University of Michigan
The University of Michigan is one of the great public research universities of the U.S., located in vibrant Ann Arbor. Since 1817, U-M has been a global model of a diverse, comprehensive academic institution -- one of the top 25 universities in the world. Nineteen schools and colleges offer 280+ undergraduate degree programs, and graduate and professional education. Students study the liberal arts and the sciences in a spirited, cross-disciplinary environment that encourages inquiry in the classroom and in undergraduate research, with a 15:1 student/faculty ratio. More than 695,000 living alumni infuse the U-M ethos and traditions around the globe.
Accepts first-year applicationsMidwestPublicUrbanLarge (15,000+)Co-Ed
Academic programs
- Design
- Engineering
- Research
- Science
- Technology
- Liberal Arts
- Business
- Education
- Nursing
- Communication
- Music
- Art & Design
- Economics
- Finance/Accounting
- Government/Political Science
- Health Science
- Performing Arts
- Social Science
- Visual Arts
- Computer Science
- Pharmacy
- Architecture
Student experience
- Athletics
- Co-op/Internship Opportunities
- Disability Services
- Greek Life
- Intramural/Club Sports
- LGBTQIA Services
- Military/Veteran Services
- On-Campus Housing
- ROTC Program
- Study Abroad
- Undergraduate Research
Application information
First-year
First-year students enter college after earning their high school diploma but before enrolling in any college study after graduation. They may have earned college credit while dual-enrolled in high school and a college or university. Students submit a high school transcript, a school report, one teacher evaluation (academic teacher), an SAT or ACT score (if desired), and official college transcripts for high school students dual-enrolled in a college or university. All materials must be received by the application deadline. Some U-M schools and colleges have additional application requirements.
Transfer
A successful transfer student is currently in good academic and social standing, and has a distinguished record of college work, earning a cumulative GPA of at least a B (3.0 on a 4.0 scale) or better. They have earned sophomore (30+ credits) or junior (55-60 credits) standing with transferable credit earned at a community college or another two-or four-year college or university.
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Visit us
The best way to find out if U-M is your ultimate destination is to do your research then visit campus in person with your family. We offer several visit options to answer your questions. Prospective freshmen and families can attend an information session and central campus walking tour, offered several times a week. Our tours and information sessions include options for both prospective first-year and transfer applicants. Presentations are 45-minutes long and the walking tour is 90 minutes. Register for sessions before you make travel arrangements. If you can't make the trip to Ann Arbor, virtual resources and info sessions are available as well.