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Your chances of getting into University of Michigan

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted 

17.7%
Admission Difficulty for University of Michigan
Measure Difficulty
Admission Standards Exceptional 
Applicant Competition Very High 

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at Michigan is 17.7%.  Its admission rate is the lowest in Michigan and the 65th lowest the nation.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into Michigan and can you get accepted?

Michigan is a very highly competitive school to get into. You have a low chance of acceptance even if you meet the admission criteria. It's important that you meet their GPA requirements to get through the first round of consideration. Last year, only 14,914 out of the 84,289 who applied were admitted.

University of Michigan typically accepts and attracts "A-" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.88. 47% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into Michigan?

18% are accepted, can you get in? Use the admission calculator to see if you have the grades and test scores needed to get in. See your admission chances based on your extracurriculars, intended major, background, and more.

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Admission Requirements in Brief

To have the best chance of getting into to University of Michigan you should:

  • Have a high school GPA of 3.88 or better
  • Earn A- grades in high school
  • Score 1440 on the SAT
  • Score 32 on the ACT

Michigan GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 

3.88

Typical High School Grades 

A-

What GPA do you need to get into University of Michigan?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into Michigan are to have around a 3.88 high school GPA. You are required to have exceptionally good grades and you should be graduating near the top of your class.

Meeting these GPA requirements alone is not enough for you to gain admission as Michigan is a very selective school.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at Michigan is 3.88 on the 4.0 scale. 33% of students who get in have perfect 4.0 GPA's in high school. To achieve the average GPA for admission, you need to earn A- letter grades and regularly score around 90-92 percent on tests and assignments in high school.  The school ranks #2 in Michigan for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since Michigan is a test optional college, extra focus will be placed on your GPA when the school considers your application. As a result, it is very important that you meet the GPA requirements.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.9 GPA range.

Competitiveness by GPA Ranges

The table below outlines the number of admitted freshmen by GPA range as well as how competitive your GPA will be as compared with other applicants.

High School GPA's for admitted University of Michigan students
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness 
4.0 33.4% Good
3.75 to 3.99 54.6% Avg -
3.50 to 3.74 10.0% Reach
3.25 to 3.49 1.1% Reach
3.00 to 3.24 0.5% Reach
2.50 to 2.99 0.2% Reach
2.00 to 2.49 0% Reach
1.00 to 1.99 0% Reach
less than 1.00 0% Reach

 What do these chances mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

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Michigan SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to University of Michigan. If you optionally submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. 54% of students submitted SAT scores and 24% submitted ACT scores for admission for the most recent academic year..

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 

1350-1530

Applicants Submitting SAT 

54%
SAT Scores for University of Michigan
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 670
Math 25th Percentile 680
Composite 25th Percentile 1350
SAT Scores for University of Michigan
SAT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 750
Math 75th Percentile 780
Composite 75th Percentile 1530
Average SAT Score 1440

SAT Scores you need to get in

What are the SAT requirements for you to be admitted to University of Michigan?

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at Michigan is 1440 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 1350-1530. Students who get into University of Michigan score in the top 8 percent of all SAT test takers..  Michigan ranks #2 in the state of Michigan and #67 in the nation for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1440 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. Michigan regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 1350 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 1350, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 1260, but scores this low are outside the normal range.

Score Submission Requirements

University of Michigan is a test optional school meaning do not have to submit SAT scores with your application. The position on SAT scores from the college is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

View other colleges which accept students in the 1440 SAT score range.

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score

The table below outlines your predicted admission chances based on SAT score alone. If you are an average applicant with a score of 1440, you have around a 18% chance of being admitted. A 1530 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 29% chance of getting in.

University of Michigan admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
1530 and Above Good >29%
1440 to 1530 Avg + 18%-29%
1350 to 1440 Avg - 10%-18%
1260 to 1350 Reach 6%-10%
Less than 1260 Low <6%
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Michigan ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 

31-34 

Applicants Submitting ACT 

24%
ACT Scores for University of Michigan
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 33
Math 25th Percentile 29
Composite 25th Percentile 31
ACT Scores for University of Michigan
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 35
Math 75th Percentile 35
Composite 75th Percentile 34
Average ACT Score 32

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for students to get into Michigan?

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to Michigan is 32, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 31 and 34.  The school ranks #2 in Michigan and #70 in the U.S. for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 32. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 31 and score in the score in the top 5 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 30.

24 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to University of Michigan.

Score Submission Requirements

You do not have to to submit ACT scores with your application as University of Michigan is test optional. The policy from the school on ACT scores is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

Find other colleges with similar ACT score requirements

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

Here are your predicted chances of getting into Michigan for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 32 score has around 18% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 34% with a 34 ACT score.

University of Michigan admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
34 and Above Good >34%
32 to 34 Avg + 18%-34%
31 to 32 Avg - 13%-18%
30 to 31 Reach 9%-13%
Less than 30 Low <9%
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Applying

Admission Statistics

Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed the the table below.

University of Michigan admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 42,004 42,285 84,289
Accepted 8,480 6,434 14,914
Acceptance Rate 20% 15% 18%
Enrolled 3,981 3,069 7,050
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 47% 48% 47%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Fall 2025 Application Deadline

Applications Due

Feb 1, 2025

Days left to Apply

38

Applicants have 38 days left until the Fall 2025 term applications are due on Feb 1, 2025.

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to University of Michigan is $75.

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to University of Michigan and what student information is used for admission decisions?

University of Michigan Application Requirements
Test Scores Not required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High School GPA Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
High School Class Rank Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Completion of College Preparatory Program Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Recommendations Required to be considered for admission
Demonstration of Competencies Not considered for admission, even if submitted

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at University of Michigan
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences No

Admission Requirements Summary

Because Michigan is very highly competitive, you have a low likelihood of acceptance. It is important that you earn at least a 3.88 GPA to have a good shot at getting in. Additionally, you need to score a 1440 on the SAT and optimally 1530 to place yourself in a strong position. For ACT scores, you need a 32 to have a competitive chance of getting in.

Other Colleges to Apply To 

Students applying to University of Michigan often consider these colleges

Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=170976 IPEDS survey data for University of Michigan.

Last updated February 24, 2024