Stories from students at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor
Location & Campus
Gender Distribution
Fall 2023 undergraduate% of International Students
2024-25 undergraduateUniversity of Michigan-Ann Arbor is located in Midsize City of Ann Arbor, MI, US🇺🇸
Admissions
Deadlines
- Regular DecisionWinter 2025
- Early ActionFall 2025
- Regular DecisionFall 2025
- Regular DecisionSummer 2025
Acceptance Rate
Fall 2024 undergraduateInternational
Overall
Test Scores SAT/ACT
Test Policy for Fall-term: SAT/ACT Optional
SAT
Evidence-Based Reading and Writing
Math
ACT
Composite
Relative Importance of Factors in Admission Decisions
Academic Factors
Factor | Very Important | Important | Considered | Not Considered |
---|---|---|---|---|
Rigor of secondary school record | ✓ | |||
Class rank | ✓ | |||
Academic GPA | ✓ | |||
Standardized test scores | ✓ | |||
Application essay | ✓ | |||
Recommendation(s) | ✓ |
Non-Academic Factors
Factor | Very Important | Important | Considered | Not Considered |
---|---|---|---|---|
Interview | ✓ | |||
Extracurricular activities | ✓ | |||
Talent/ability | ✓ | |||
Character/personal qualities | ✓ | |||
First generation | ✓ | |||
Alumni/ae relation | ✓ | |||
Geographical residence | ✓ | |||
State residency | ✓ | |||
Religious affiliation/commitment | ✓ | |||
Volunteer work | ✓ | |||
Work experience | ✓ | |||
Level of applicant’s interest | ✓ |
Supplemental Essays
Essay #2 (Required for all applicants.)
Describe the unique qualities that attract you to the specific undergraduate College or School (including preferred admission and dual degree programs) to which you are applying at the University of Michigan. How would that curriculum support your interests?
Essay #1 (Required for all applicants.)
Everyone belongs to many different communities and/or groups defined by (among other things) shared geography, religion, ethnicity, income, cuisine, interest, race, ideology, or intellectual heritage. Choose one of the communities to which you belong, and describe that community and your place within it.
Costs & Aid
Estimated expenses | Academic year 2023-24 |
---|---|
Undergraduate tuition and fees | $60 107 |
Books and supplies | $1 126 |
On-campus housing | $13 856 |
On-campus other expenses | $2 572 |
Total | $77 661 |