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Colleges / University of Michigan-Flint

University of Michigan-Flint

Flint, MI 4-Year Public
Acceptance Rate66%

UMich Flint Admissions

University of Michigan-Flint is moderately difficult to get into. The university admitted 66% of all applicants in 2022. Last year, 6,140 students applied to University of Michigan-Flint and 4,074 were admitted.

If you are planning on applying to University of Michigan-Flint, the regular decision application deadline is August 22 and the fee for the application costs $30.

University of Michigan-Flint Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here's an overiew of some of University of Michigan-Flint's admissions stats.

University of Michigan-Flint 2023 Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA 3.5
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class 40%
Mean SAT Score 1076
Admissions Test Policy Not optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs 62%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs 6%
Waitlist No

University of Michigan-Flint Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for University of Michigan-Flint.

Application Type Offered Application Deadline Notification Deadline
Early Decision I No
Early Decision II
Early Action No
Regular Decision Yes 8 22

Applying Early to University of Michigan-Flint?


University of Michigan-Flint does not offer early decision or early action.

➡️ Explore a list of some selective colleges that accept significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.


More on University of Michigan-Flint Admissions


How To Get Into University of Michigan-Flint

UMich Flint is a moderately difficult school to get into. UMich Flint evaluates applicants carefully based on multiple criteria to decide who to admit, and who to deny.

In 2022, UMich Flint accepted 66% of students, about 4,074 from the 6,140 applicants.

Schools that are moderately difficult to get into, like UMich Flint, accept fewer than 85% of all applicants. At least 75% of all admitted students have GPAs in the top 50% of their high school class and scored over 1010 on the SAT or over 18 on the ACT.

Transferring to University of Michigan-Flint

Transfer student admissions is moderately difficult.

For Students Waitlisted to University of Michigan-Flint

University of Michigan-Flint has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What Does University of Michigan-Flint Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when choosing who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college determines which factors are they consider most important in the admissions process. When creating your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and choose schools that prioritize the areas where you're strong.

Admissions Factors at University of Michigan-Flint

Curious about the factors that are considered by University of Michigan-Flint during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor Level
Standardized Test Scores Very Important
Academic GPA Very Important
Extracurricular Activities Important
Class Rank Considered
Application Essay Considered
Interview Considered
Recommendation(s) Considered
Talent/Ability Considered
First Generation Considered

Make sure to check with University of Michigan-Flint for more information on admission factors.

University of Michigan-Flint Application Requirements

To apply to University of Michigan-Flint, all applicants must submit the following items. Check with University of Michigan-Flint's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area Required Recommended Required for Some Details (If Any)
Interview
Transcript(S) of College Record
Standardized Test Scores
Transcript of High School Record
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale) 2.7

GPA and Testing


What GPA Do I Need To Get Into University of Michigan-Flint?

Students admitted to University of Michigan-Flint have an average unweighted GPA of 3.5.

Out of all students that were admitted, 2% submitted a class rank. At University of Michigan-Flint 40% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 60% were in the top 25% and 70% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At University of Michigan-Flint, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA Percent of Students
4.0 GPA 16%
3.75 and 3.99 22%
3.50 and 3.74 17%
3.25 and 3.49 14%
3.00 and 3.24 12%
2.50 and 2.9 17%
2.00 and 2.49 2%

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to University of Michigan-Flint directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that highlights your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

University of Michigan-Flint does not have a test optional admissions policy. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 62% of University of Michigan-Flint's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 6% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for University of Michigan-Flint?

To be competitive with other University of Michigan-Flint applicants, you should strive to score between 948 and 1200 (or higher!) on the SAT. At University of Michigan-Flint 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1200 and 25% of scored lower than 948, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.The mean composite SAT score for a University of Michigan-Flint student is 1076.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of University of Michigan-Flint students scored 600 or higher and 75% of students scored 480 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of University of Michigan-Flint students scored 620 or higher, and 75% scored a 480 or higher.

To be most competitive at University of Michigan-Flint, you should strive to earn between 20.5 and 28 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 28 means you fall in the 75th percentile for University of Michigan-Flint's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 28, and three out of four students scored lower than 28 on the ACT.

A 20.5 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for University of Michigan-Flint students. Only one out of every four students scored below 20.5.

More Information on Transferring to University of Michigan-Flint

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to University of Michigan-Flint.

For transfer students wishing to start in the fall, the deadline to apply is August 20. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.

Transfer students can enroll in University of Michigan-Flint during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term


University of Michigan-Flint Admissions FAQs


Can I defer my acceptance to University of Michigan-Flint?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to University of Michigan-Flint.

Does University of Michigan-Flint accept transfer credits?

✅ University of Michigan-Flint accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. University of Michigan-Flint accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

Does University of Michigan-Flint accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ University of Michigan-Flint accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to University of Michigan-Flint?

✅ University of Michigan-Flint is not test optional.

What is University of Michigan-Flint's acceptance rate?

✅ University of Michigan-Flint has an acceptance rate of 66%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at University of Michigan-Flint?

❌ University of Michigan-Flint does not offer early decision.

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UMich Flint Admissions Requirements

Admission Difficulty

Somewhat Selective

66%

How hard is it to get into UMich Flint? UMich Flint is a somewhat selective institution. The UMich Flint acceptance rate is 66%. This means that the institution accepts 66 out of every 100 applicants.

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UMich Flint Application Deadline

First-Year Applications are Due

Aug 22

Transfer Applications are Due

Aug 20

The deadline for Fall first-year applications to UMich Flint is Aug 22.

The deadline for Fall transfer applications to UMich Flint is Aug 20.

Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs

UMich Flint SAT Scores

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Composite SAT Range

948 - 1200

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Math SAT Range

450 - 600

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Reading SAT Range

480 - 620

Estimated Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score

SAT Score

Estimated Chance

1200 and Above

Good

948 to 1200

Avg

948 and Less

Low

SAT Scores Needed to Get Accepted

The median SAT score for UMich Flint students is 1076. Applicants with SAT scores of 1200 and above have a good chance of being admitted to UMich Flint, while applicants with SAT scores between 948 to 1200 have an average chance of admittance, and prospective students with an SAT score below 948 have a low chance of being offered a spot at UMich Flint.

UMich Flint GPA

Avg. High School GPA (non-weighted)

3.5

GPA Needed to Get Accepted

At UMich Flint, the average unweighted high-school GPA for admitted students is 3.5. This is the average, which means that some applicants submit GPAs lower than this and some applicants submit GPAs above this level. If your GPA falls below the average, strong test scores or other qualifications may help you make you a more competitive applicant.

Data Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved

Quick Facts

Total Enrollment

5,985

Campus Setting

Urban

Acceptance Rate

66%

Tuition and Fees

In State

$13,524

Out-of-State

$25,830

Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline

Aug 22
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