University of Michigan–Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor, MI · Public · suburban · semester calendar
Common Data Set 2025-2026[1] · Fall 2025 cycle: EA closed 11/1 (notification by 1/31), RD 2/1, no ED — ED was added for 2026-27. Portfolio required for Art, Architecture and Ross; some Music/Theatre/Dance and Engineering applicants may be interviewed.
Test scores (enrolled first-years)
CDS C8A (Fall 2027): SAT or ACT recommended; scores due by 2/1.
| Test | 25th | 50th | 75th |
|---|---|---|---|
| SAT total | 1370 | 1470 | 1530 |
| SAT reading & writing | 690 | 730 | 750 |
| SAT math | 680 | 740 | 780 |
| ACT composite | 32 | 33 | 34 |
| ACT math | 30 | 33 | 35 |
| ACT English | 33 | 35 | 35 |
Submitted SAT: 55% · Submitted ACT: 18% of enrolled first-years
High-school GPA
*The CDS does not publish GPA percentiles; estimated from the C11 band distribution. 98% of enrolled students reported a GPA.
Deadlines (2026-27 cycle)
- Decision: Dec 24, 2026New binding plan. Commitment Jan 6. CSS Profile + FAFSA by Nov 15.
- Decision: Jan 29, 2027Decision by Jan 29.
English proficiency (international applicants)
Required for non-native speakers[3]
Exempt with SAT ERW ≥650 or ACT Reading & English ≥27 plus four recent years of study in listed English-speaking countries.
| Test | Minimum | Recommended | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| TOEFL iBT[3] | — | 100 | Subscores: reading 23+, writing 21+, speaking 21+, listening 23+ Published as a general score range, not a hard minimum |
| TOEFL iBT (1–6 scale, from Jan 2026)[3] | — | 5 | Subscores: each section 5+ 5–6 range (CEFR C1) |
| IELTS Academic[3] | — | 7 | Subscores: each band 6.5+ |
| PTE Academic[3] | — | 68 | |
| Cambridge C1/C2 (scale)[3] | — | 185 | C1 Advanced / C2 Proficiency |
Cost & aid (2026-2027)
- Tuition (in-state)
- $18,402
- Tuition (out-of-state)
- $66,602
- Required fees
- $494
- International fee
- $1,000
- Housing & food
- $17,220
CDS G1 lower-division column (upper-division: $19,588 in-state / $68,953 out-of-state). H6: institutional scholarship/grant aid NOT available to nonresidents.
Source[1]
Subject tiers & how majors are admitted
What the admissions office weighs (CDS C7, 2025-2026)
- Rigor of HS record
- Academic GPA
- Test scores
- Essay
- Recommendations
- Character
- First generation
- Extracurriculars
- Talent / ability
- Geography
- State residency
- Volunteer work
- Work experience
- Demonstrated interest
- Class rank
- Interview
- Alumni relation
- Religious affiliation
Tip Demonstrated interest counts here — visit, attend info sessions, and open their emails.
Sources
- [1]University of Michigan Common Data Set 2025-26accessed Oct 20, 2026
- [2]U-M — First-year Application Plansaccessed Oct 20, 2026
- [3]U-M — Exams & Visasaccessed Oct 20, 2026
- [4]Score-reporting codes (admissions.umich.edu)accessed Oct 20, 2026
- [5]Score-reporting codes (teamdynamix.umich.edu)accessed Oct 20, 2026