MLS A to Z at the U

A to Z at the U for Fall 2025 Incoming MLS Students

IMPORTANT TOPICS LISTED IN ALPHABETICAL ORDER

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  • ACADEMIC CALENDAR AND FIRST DAY OF CLASSES

    Review the law school academic calendar posted here. MLS courses will begin on Monday, August 18, 2025.

  • ACCESSIBILITY AND ACADEMIC ACCOMMODATIONS

    Academic accommodations are a fundamental component of academic success, ensuring that every student has equal access to learning opportunities. At Miami Law, we are dedicated to providing a supportive academic environment. Students who require academic accommodations are strongly encouraged to contact Accessibility Services to initiate the interactive process. This collaborative approach allows Accessibility Services and students to work together to identify appropriate accommodations tailored to each student’s specific needs, ensuring optimal support throughout the legal education journey. 

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  • BLACKBOARD

    Online graduate program courses will be available through the Blackboard learning platform. Once your registration is complete and the course page is active, you will be able to access your course, including the syllabus, required textbooks and materials, course modules, and the ability to upload completed assessments.

  • BOOK LIST AND FIRST CLASS ASSIGNMENTS 

    The book list is compiled by the Law Registrar’s Office and submitted to the University of Miami Campus Bookstore (1306 Stanford Drive, Coral Gables, FL 33146, 305-284-4101) and Book Horizons (1110 South Dixie Highway, Coral Gables, FL 33146, 305-665-6161) before each semester. 

    In some instances, it is possible that the UM Bookstore and/or Book Horizons are selling a different edition of a book than the one your professor requires for class. Students are responsible for ensuring they purchase the correct title and edition of each book. We recommend that students not rely solely upon ISBNs when purchasing books. 

    Students may view the book list and the first class assignments on CourseLink for all courses taught at Miami Law. For more information, please click here and select "Course Catalog Listing."

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  • ’CANE CARD 

    The ’Cane Card is the University of Miami ID card used for access to everything on campus. All individuals who are on campus are required to carry their ‘Cane Cards with them for identification purposes. While students enrolled in online degree programs are not normally issued a ’Cane Card as their programs are completed remotely, you may request a ’Cane Card by following the steps outlined here.

  • CANELINK

    Law students view their academic records on CaneLink. Among other things, students use CaneLink to order official transcripts, view financial aid, pay tuition bills, and edit personal contact information. Please ensure your contact information and emergency contact information on CaneLink are up to date.

    Important: You may be prompted to review the University’s Financial Responsibility Statement (FRS) in CaneLink. If the FRS message pops up when you log in to CaneLink, please read the statement and click I Agree. Otherwise, the current hold on your account will prevent course registration. Click here for more information.

  • ‘CANES CENTRAL

    'Canes Central is a one-stop shop for assistance pertaining to financial aid, 'Cane Cards, and billing. Learn about the five ways to connect by visiting the 'Canes Central website.

  • COST OF ATTENDANCE FORM

    The Grad/Law Cost of Attendance (COA) Review Form allows students who intend to borrow federal loans to request a COA increase (and typically additional Grad PLUS Loans) for extenuating circumstances. The circumstances are detailed on the form as follows: emergency health-related living expenses, dependent care expenses (daycare/after-school care), computer repair or replacement, additional educational expenses such as additional required books and supplies that exceed the current allotment, computer software required for degree conferment, instruments required for a degree program, required travel for educational purposes (i.e., required for degree conferment), and private health insurance.

    The form is available here.

    Contact Anne Cruz-Alvarez in the Office of Admissions if you have any questions.

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  • DIRECT DEPOSIT 

    Students have the option to sign up for direct deposit to receive their student refunds into an authorized savings/checking account of their choice. This is the fastest and most secure method to receive student refunds. Students who have not signed up for direct deposit will have their refund checks mailed to their current address listed in CaneLink. To enroll, visit the "Financials" menu in CaneLink, then select the "Direct Deposit/Bank Account" option. Click here for more information. 

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  • EMAIL ACCOUNT 

    After matriculation in mid-July, you will receive an email from the University of Miami Information Technology (UMIT) department with the subject line "Action Required: Log in to Your University of Miami Email." This message will include the instructions for accessing your UM email account. If you would like to update your email alias to an easy-to-remember email address (such as your name) or if you were previously affiliated with UM and want to add law.miami.edu to your email address, please submit a request through UMIT's Service Portal.

    Contact UMIT at 305-284-6565 if you need further assistance.

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  • FINANCIAL AID 

    Any student who is a US citizen or an eligible non-citizen may apply for federal financial aid by submitting the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The code for the University of Miami School of Law is E00532. If you intend to seek federal financial aid, you should submit your FAFSA to Miami Law as soon as possible, if you have not already done so. More information about the financial aid process at Miami Law is available on our website and in this webinar

    Please be advised that Student Accounts will start processing refunds during the first two weeks of classes. This means you will need to plan to pay for your setup expenses (books, rent/security deposit, etc.) out of pocket. Please budget accordingly.

    Contact Anne Cruz-Alvarez in the Office of Admissions if you have any questions. 

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  • LAPTOP CONFIGURATION 

    The Student Technology Help Desk team will host virtual IT set-up sessions to help you get connected to our CaneNetWireless network, install print drivers, set up your UM email on your phone, and provide other similar services. They can also help you download a free Microsoft Office software suite to your laptop. They will hold office hours around Orientation to help you get set up. You may also refer to these IT instructional videos at your convenience.

    Contact the Student Technology Help Desk at 305-284-2597 or 305-284-8887 if you have any questions about setting up your laptop. They are located in Room C118 on the ground floor of the Law Library.

  • LAPTOP REQUIREMENTS 

    Click here if you are planning to purchase a new laptop and want to know if it will meet our minimum requirements or if you want to see if your current laptop meets our minimum requirements.

  • LOAN REVISION FORM 

    If you plan on borrowing federal loans to help finance your legal education but do not need the full amount offered, you can complete the Grad/Law Loan Revision Request Form to reduce the amount of either or both of the offered loans. The 2025-2026 form is available here. After filling out this form, the revised loan amount will be posted on CaneLink, and you can accept the new loan amount. Do not use the Loan Revision Form to decrease the amount of a loan to $0. In that case, simply click "decline" on CaneLink next to the loan you do not wish to borrow. The Federal Loan Revision Calculator can be used to assist you with this process.

    Contact Anne Cruz-Alvarez in the Office of Admissions if you have any questions. 

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  • TITLE IV AUTHORIZATION/PERMISSION

    Title IV federal funding is another term for federal financial aid. Upon disbursement, Title IV federal loan funds will be applied to tuition and mandatory student fees. After these charges have been paid, there may be an excess of federal loan funds. These excess funds may be used to pay other pending University charges (e.g., University student health insurance fees, parking fees, library fines, etc.), but students must first authorize the University to do so by submitting a Title IV authorization or permission. If you wish to provide Title IV authorization, please follow the instructions outlined here.

    Contact Anne Cruz-Alvarez in the Office of Admissions if you have any questions. 

  • TRANSCRIPTS 

    Incoming students must arrange for official transcripts and diplomas for all academic work completed to be sent by the institution or through a secure site formally linked to the sending institution, such as eTranscript California, Parchment Exchange, eSCRIP-SAFE, and National Student Clearinghouse to the University of Miami School of Law (MLSadmissions@law.miami.edu). Official hard copy transcripts can also be mailed by the institution directly to the University of Miami School of Law, Office of Admissions, P.O. Box 248087, Coral Gables, FL 33124-8087, USA. This includes academic work at the undergraduate, graduate, or professional level completed in the United States or abroad. All documents not in English must be translated into English by an approved translation service of the American Translators Association, or the English translation must be certified as complete and accurate by the issuing institution.

    All offers of admission are conditional upon receipt of the applicant’s official transcript and diploma prior to matriculation conferring a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution or equivalent from an accrediting institution outside of the United States with equivalent standing.

    Contact MLSadmissions@law.miami.edu if you need further assistance.

  • TUITION AND FEES 

    The law school tuition rates and mandatory/optional fees will be posted here

    Contact Anne Cruz-Alvarez in the Office of Admissions if you have any questions. 

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  • VETERANS

    The Veterans Services certifying officials are located in the Office of the University Registrar to assist veterans and dependents of veterans who are entitled to VA educational benefits. Review the Veterans Resource Guide to learn about the services that are available.

    The Veterans Resource Center provides support and guidance to student veterans for the successful transition from military service to campus life. They also connect veterans and military-affiliated students to academic and other University resources through collaborative programs and engagement activities with campus partners and alumni.

    Contact the Veterans Resource Center at 305-284-8727 if you have any questions or Jack Townsend who serves as the law school's liaison.

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