University of Miami

University of Miami

The University of Miami (pronounced /juːnɪˈvɜːrsɪti ɒv ˈmaɪæmi/) is a private research university in Coral Gables, Florida. The university offers a wide range of academic programs and has a strong focus on research, particularly in the fields of medicine and health sciences.

Etymology

The University of Miami is named after the city of Miami, Florida. The word "Miami" is derived from the name of a Native American tribe that lived in the area before European settlement. The word "university" comes from the Latin "universitas," meaning "a whole."

Related Terms

• Coral Gables
• Florida
• Research University
• Medicine
• Health Sciences

See Also

• List of universities in Florida
• List of research universities in the United States

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