University of Michigan

It is very difficult to get into University of Michigan. Around 18% of applicants get into University of Michigan each year. Last year, 84,289 students applied to University of Michigan and 14,914 were admitted.

If you want to apply to University of Michigan, the deadline for Fall 2024 admissions is 2/1 and the fee for the application costs $75.

University of Michigan Admissions Stats at a Glance

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

University of Michigan 2023	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.9
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	54%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	24%
Waitlist	Yes

University of Michigan Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for University of Michigan.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	–	–
Early Decision II	–	–	–
Early Action	Yes	November 1	January 31
Regular Decision	Yes	2 1	–

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Want to Apply Early to University of Michigan?

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University of Michigan does not offer early decision but does offer early action.

🗓️ The Early Action deadline is November 1. University of Michigan will release EA admissions decisions no later than January 31.

Some students apply early to college to increase their chances of getting in. When you apply early, your application is considered before all the regular decision applicants apply. Applying early may increase the chance of being admitted, since it is a way to show your interest in a school.

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

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More on University of Michigan Admissions

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Is University of Michigan Hard To Get Into?

UMich Ann Arbor is a very difficult school to get into. UMich Ann Arbor evaluates applicants carefully based on multiple criteria to decide who to admit, and who to deny or waitlist.

In 2022, UMich Ann Arbor accepted 18% of all applicants, approximately 14,914 from 84,289 applicants.

Schools that are very difficult to get into, like UMich Ann Arbor, accept fewer than 60% of all applicants. At least 50% of all admitted students have GPAs in the top 10% of their high school class and scored over 1230 on the SAT and over 26 on the ACT.

Transferring to University of Michigan

Transfer student admissions is very difficult.

For Students Waitlisted to University of Michigan

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

What Does University of Michigan Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when deciding who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college has a different way of determining which factors are given the most weight when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. 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 put the most emphasis on the areas where you're strong.

Admissions Factors at University of Michigan

Wondering what factors are considered by University of Michigan 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
Academic GPA	Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Character/Personal Qualities	Important
Application Essay	Important
Recommendation(s)	Important
Standardized Test Scores	Important
First Generation	Important
Extracurricular Activities	Considered
Geographical Residence	Considered
State Residency	Considered
Talent/Ability	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered
Work Experience	Considered
Level of Applicant's Interest	Considered

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

University of Michigan 2022-2023 Application Requirements

To apply to University of Michigan, all applicants must submit the following items. Double check with University of Michigan'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	–	–	–	–
Statement of Good Standing From Prior Institution(S)	–	–	–	–
Letter(s) of Recommendation	1	–	–	–
Written Essay or Personal Statement	√	–	–	–
Other Requirements	√	–	–	audition for Music, portfolio for Art
Transcript of High School Record	√	–	–	–

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GPA and Testing

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

Students admitted to University of Michigan have an average unweighted GPA of 3.9.

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 is a test optional school. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2021, 54% of University of Michigan's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 24% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for University of Michigan?

To be competitive with other University of Michigan applicants, you should aim to score between 1350 and 1530 (or higher!) on the SAT. At University of Michigan 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1530 and 25% of scored lower than 1350, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of University of Michigan students scored 780 or higher and 75% of students scored 670 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of University of Michigan students scored 750 or higher, and 75% scored a 670 or higher.

To be most competitive at University of Michigan, you should strive to earn between 31 and 34 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 34 means you fall in the 75th percentile for University of Michigan's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 34, and three out of four students scored lower than 34 on the ACT.

A 31 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for University of Michigan students. Only one out of every four students scored below 31.

More Information on Transferring to University of Michigan

For transfer students, it is very difficult to get admitted to University of Michigan.

For transfer students wishing to start in the fall, the deadline to apply is February 1.

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

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term

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University of Michigan Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to University of Michigan?

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

Does University of Michigan accept transfer credits?

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

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

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

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

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

❌ No, University of Michigan is test optional, so it's up to you if you want to submit test scores or not. If you have higher than average scores, you probably want to include them. If your scores are average or below average, you it might make sense to leave them out of your application.

What is University of Michigan's acceptance rate?

✅ The acceptance rate for University of Michigan is 18%.

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

❌ University of Michigan does not offer early decision.

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