Miami International University of Art & Design is a private, for-profit institution. It specializes in creative arts and design education, offering programs in fields like fashion, graphic design, and media arts.
Founded in 1965, the university operates under the umbrella of the Art Institutes system. Unlike public universities, which receive government funding, private institutions like this rely on tuition and private sources. Accreditation is provided by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC), ensuring academic standards are met.
