University of Michigan

University of Michigan requires at least 120 credits to graduate with a bachelor's degree.

Students can choose the accelarated degree program if they would like to finish all the credits for graduation in less time than normal. University of Michigan accepts transfer credits. The school accepts and IB credits. Additionally, University of Michigan has a summer session, so students can earn credits during the summer.

NOTE: Around 93% of students who start college at University of Michigan finish the requirements for graduation within six years.

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Academic Options	Yes	No	Note
Accelerated Degree Program	√	–	–
Transfer Credits Accepted	√	–	–
AP Credit Accepted	–	–	–
IB Credits Accepted	√	–	–
Summer Classes Available	√	–	–
New Student Orientation	√	–	–

Reminder: University of Michigan may have additional academic options available for new and transfering students. Make sure to check with the universty directly for any additional information.

What Classes Do I Have To Take At University of Michigan?

University of Michigan does not have a core curriculum. Since there are no specific-classes required in order to graduate, students have a lot of flexibiity about what classes they choose to take.

Students are required to fulfill a language requirement as well as a math and science requirement.

Students are not required to take a computer class to graduate.

Course	Required?
2nd Language	Yes
Math	Yes
Science	Yes
Computer	No

Reminder: Check with University of Michigan directly for more information on requirements. Individual departments or majors may have additional required courses.

Majors at University of Michigan

When choosing a major, University of Michigan students have several choices to make. Scroll down to the bottom of this page to see a full list of majors offered at University of Michigan.University of Michigan allows students to design their own major, if desired. If students would like to study something that is not offered as an official major, designing their own major is a great alternative. University of Michigan false.University of Michigan offers students the option to double major, if they would like. Student struggling to choose just one area of study may consider a double major.

NOTE: Double majoring may mean taking more courses, but it can provide an interesting mix of experience that helps students stand out when job searching or applying to a graduate program.

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Frequently Asked Questions About University of Michigan

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Does University of Michigan Offer Learning Disability Services?

🟨 Check with University of Michigan directly for information on any possible available services for students with disabilities.

Does University of Michigan Have An Online Program?

✅ University of Michigan true for students who are interested in taking classes online.

Does University of Michigan Offer Credit for AP Classes?

🟨 University of Michigan may offer credit for Advanced Placement (AP) classes taken in high school. Check with the school directly for any information on AP transfer credit.

Does University of Michigan Have An Honors Program?

✅ University of Michigan true for highly-qualified applicants. Students must complete a senior project if they are in the Honors Program at University of Michigan.

Does University of Michigan Require Internships?

❌ Students at University of Michigan are not required to complete an internship as a graduation requirement.

Students can still look for internships during the summer, or gain work experience with a part-time job. While University of Michigan does not require internships for students of any major, internships can help students gain hands-on work experience for their resume, and explore career paths that interest them without committing to one path.

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Additional Information About University of Michigan

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University of Michigan Library

The main library on campus is the Shapiro Undergraduate Library and there are 10 other libraries on campus.

Dual Degree Programs at University of Michigan

A dual degree program allows a student to study and earn two degrees at the same time.

For more information on possible dual degree options at UMich Ann Arbor, contact the university directly.

ROTC

What is ROTC?

The Reserve Officers' Training Corps, which is also commonly known as ROTC, is a leadership program that prepares students to serve in the U.S. Armed Forces after graduation. College level ROTC programs prepare students to become officers in the military through physical, academic, and leadership training. ROTC programs are part of the college curriculum and usually cover the cost of tuition.

Does University of Michigan have any ROTC programs?

Each branch of the miltary has its own ROTC program, but not every program is available at every school. Possible programs include Army ROTC, Air Force ROTC, and Navy ROTC.

University of Michigan has an Army ROTC program, an Air Force ROTC program and a Navy ROTC program.

Some ROTC programs are provided directly on campus and others are hosted at a cooperating instiution off campus. The ROTC program locations at University of Michigan include:

•an ARMY ROTC branch unit on campus

•a Navy ROTC branch unit on campus

•an Air Force branch unit on campus

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