University of Michigan

If you are thinking about applying to UMich Ann Arbor, the deadline for Fall 2023 admissions is February 1 and the application fee costs $75.

Students who submit their applications to UMich Ann Arbor for fall should receive an admissions decision no later than April 15.

UMich Ann Arbor Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here's an overiew of some of UMich Ann Arbor's admissions stats.

UMich Ann Arbor 2022	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.9
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	54%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	32%
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	December 24
Regular Decision	Yes	February 1	April 15

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Want to Apply Early to UMich Ann Arbor?

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UMich Ann Arbor does not offer early decision but does offer early action.

🗓️ The Early Action deadline is November 1. UMich Ann Arbor will release EA admissions decisions no later than December 24.

➡️ 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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Transferring to University of Michigan

It is very difficult to be admitted as a transfer student.

For Students Waitlisted to UMich Ann Arbor

UMich Ann Arbor has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What Does UMich Ann Arbor Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when choosing who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college decides which factors are are most important 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 apply to colleges that put the most emphasis on the areas where you stand out.

Admissions Factors at UMich Ann Arbor

Curious about the factors that are considered by UMich Ann Arbor 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
First Generation	Important
Recommendation(s)	Important
Standardized Test Scores	Important
Alumni/ae Relations	Considered
Geographical Residence	Considered
Work Experience	Considered
Extracurricular Activities	Considered
Level of Applicant's Interest	Considered
State Residency	Considered
Talent/Ability	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered

Make sure to check with UMich Ann Arbor for more information on admission factors.

UMich Ann Arbor Application Requirements

To apply to UMich Ann Arbor, all applicants must submit the following items. Double check with UMich Ann Arbor'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 UMich Ann Arbor?

Students admitted to UMich Ann Arbor have an average unweighted GPA of 3.9.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that reflects 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

UMich Ann Arbor looks at standardized tests scores during the admissions process.

UMich Ann Arbor 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 2022, 54% of UMich Ann Arbor's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 32% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for UMich Ann Arbor?

To be competitive with other UMich Ann Arbor applicants, you should strive to earn between 1360 and 1530 (or higher!) on the SAT. At UMich Ann Arbor 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1530 and 25% of scored lower than 1360, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of UMich Ann Arbor 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 UMich Ann Arbor students scored 750 or higher, and 75% scored a 670 or higher.

What is a Good ACT Score for UMich Ann Arbor?

To be most competitive at UMich Ann Arbor, you should strive to earn between 31 and 35 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 35 means you fall in the 75th percentile for UMich Ann Arbor's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 35, and three out of four students scored lower than 35 on the ACT.

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

Want To Bring Up Your ACT Score? Access ACT practice tests and study tips and see upcoming ACT test dates.

More Information on Transferring to University of Michigan

For transfer students, it is very difficult to get admitted to UMich Ann Arbor.

For transfer students wishing to start in the fall, the deadline to apply is February 1. Applicants should hear back by April 15.

Transfer students can enroll in UMich Ann Arbor during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term

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UMich Ann Arbor Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to UMich Ann Arbor?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to UMich Ann Arbor.

Does UMich Ann Arbor accept transfer credits?

✅ UMich Ann Arbor accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. UMich Ann Arbor accepts:

• CLEP subject tests

Does UMich Ann Arbor accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ UMich Ann Arbor accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits and Advanced Placement (AP) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to UMich Ann Arbor?

❌ No, UMich Ann Arbor is test optional, so it's up to you if you want to submit test scores or not. If your scores are higher than the school's average, you may want to send them. If you scored lower than a school's average, you it might make sense to leave them out of your application.

What is UMich Ann Arbor's acceptance rate?

✅ UMich Ann Arbor has an acceptance rate of 20%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at UMich Ann Arbor?

❌ UMich Ann Arbor does not offer early decision.

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