University of Michigan
University of Michigan-Ann Arbor · Ann Arbor, Michigan · Public
University of Michigan admitted 16% of 109,112 applicants (Common Data Set 2025-2026). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 1370–1530 in the middle half. Test scores are optional. 93% of students graduate within six years.
Your chances at University of Michigan
Enter a score to see whether University of Michigan is a reach, target or likely school for you.
Based on the admit rate (16%) alone. Add a score for a sharper read.
A rough read from the admit rate and test scores only. Grades, courses, essays and activities matter as much or more.
Early decision and early action
University of Michigan offers early action but didn’t report its early admit rate.
24,447 students were offered a spot on the waitlist, 18,435 took it, and 1,663 were admitted from it.
What admissions weighs
How University of Michigan rates each part of an application, from its Common Data Set.
Very important
- Course rigor
- GPA
Important
- Test scores
- Essay
- Recommendations
- Character
- First generation
Considered
- Activities
- Talent or ability
- Where you live
- State residency
- Volunteering
- Work experience
- Showing interest
Not considered
- Class rank
- Interview
- Legacy
- Religion
High school GPA
First-year students averaged a 3.90 GPA.
Some colleges report weighted GPAs, so compare loosely.
What it costs
Full price with housing is $34,782 in-state and $75,626 out-of-state a year. After grants, students paid $19,005 on average (in-state).
Average price after grants, by family income, for in-state students:
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