Michigan Admission Requirements
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Michigan Admission Overview
Michigan admission requirements are very highly competitive, with one of the lowest admission rates in Michigan. Last year Michigan admitted 15.6% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.88 GPA (A) and SAT 1360-1530 / ACT 31-34. Michigan is test-optional, so you choose whether to send SAT or ACT. Those figures describe last year's class, not a score you must hit.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Michigan is test-optional for 2026-27. You choose whether to send SAT or ACT.
Michigan Acceptance Rate
Admission Rate & Difficulty
Acceptance rate Share of applicants offered admission last year.
Admission Standards Measure of enrolled testers' SAT/ACT scores vs. other colleges.
Applicant Competition Measure of this school's acceptance rate vs. other colleges. A low acceptance rate indicates high competition.
Very High
Admission difficulty for University of Michigan Ann Arbor
Acceptance Rate
The Michigan acceptance rate is 15.6%. Last year, only 15,373 of 98,310 applicants were admitted. That is the lowest acceptance rate in Michigan and the 61st lowest in 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, admitting fewer than one in four applicants. You have a low chance of acceptance even if you meet last year's profile.
University of Michigan Ann Arbor typically attracts "A" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.88. 47% of those admitted chose to enroll.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Michigan GPA
GPA of enrolled freshmen
Avg. High School GPA The average high school GPA for incoming freshmen on a 4.0 scale.
3.88Typical High School Grades Letter grade on a 4.0 scale for last year's average, not a cutoff.
AAverage GPA (4.0 Scale) 3.88
Average GPA
Enrolled freshmen at Michigan typically have around a 3.88 GPA (A) on a 4.0 scale. That is last year's class average, not a cutoff. Enrolled students typically have exceptionally good grades. Matching last year's 3.88 average does not by itself determine admission. Michigan is test-optional. If you withhold SAT or ACT, GPA carries more weight.
33% of enrolled freshmen had a 4.0. The school ranks #2 in Michigan for highest average GPA.
See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.9 GPA range.
Competitiveness by GPA Ranges
Share of last year's freshmen in each GPA range, compared with the rest of the class.
GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2024
Michigan Test Policy
Test Submission Requirements
The University of Michigan is test-optional for the 2027 application cycle. First-year applicants choose on the application whether SAT or ACT scores will be considered. Students who opt out are not required to send SAT or ACT scores and are not disadvantaged. Self-reported scores are accepted; official scores are required only if you enroll after submitting scores. AP, IB, and other international credentials may still be shared.
Cycle: 2026-27. Source: https://admissions.umich.edu/apply/first-year-applicants/requirements-deadlines/application-changes
Michigan SAT Scores
SAT scores of enrolled freshmen
SAT Range The middle 50% of enrolled testers who sent SAT. The maximum score is 1600.
1360-1530Freshmen who sent SAT Share of enrolled freshmen who submitted SAT scores. This is enrolled testers, not all applicants.
51%25th Percentile Scores
- Reading 680
- Math 680
- Composite 1360
75th Percentile Scores
- Reading 750
- Math 780
- Composite 1530
Average SAT
Enrolled testers at Michigan typically score around a 1450 SAT (middle 50% 1360–1530) out of 1600. That is last year's class, not a cutoff. The average SAT of enrolled testers is about the 98th percentile nationally. Michigan ranks #1 in the state of Michigan and #73 in the nation for highest average SAT composite score.
SAT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 1360 to 1530
Matching last year's 1360–1530 range does not by itself determine admission.
SAT policy
Michigan is test-optional. You choose whether to send SAT. If you send a score, it is considered.
View other colleges which accept students in the 1450 SAT score range.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
How SAT scores compare with last year's enrolled testers
This table compares SAT ranges with last year's enrolled testers and the school's acceptance rate. It is not a personal chance of admission. If you withhold SAT, skip this table.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Michigan ACT Scores
ACT scores among enrolled freshmen
ACT Range Mid-50 ACT composite among enrolled testers who sent ACT. The scale tops out at 36.
31-34Freshmen reporting ACT Percent of enrolled freshmen who reported ACT. Counts enrolled testers, not the full applicant pool.
18%25th Percentile Scores
- English 33
- Math 30
- Composite 31
75th Percentile Scores
- English 35
- Math 35
- Composite 34
Average ACT
Incoming testers at Michigan typically have around a 32 ACT (mid-50 31–34) on the 36 scale. That reflects last year's enrolled testers, not a cutoff. That average sits near the 97th percentile of ACT takers nationwide. Michigan places #1 among colleges in Michigan and #73 nationwide for highest average ACT composite.
ACT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 31 to 34
Landing in last year's 31–34 band does not, on its own, decide admission.
ACT policy
You may apply to Michigan without ACT. A score you do send is still reviewed.
See colleges with similar ACT profiles in the 32.0 ACT score range.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
How ACT scores compare with last year's enrolled testers
This table compares ACT ranges with last year's enrolled testers and the school's acceptance rate. They are not your individual odds. If you leave ACT off your application, you can skip this table.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Estimate How You Compare
See how your GPA and scores compare with last year's enrolled testers. You can mark that you will withhold scores.
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Admission Statistics
Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed in the table below.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Application Requirements
What are the requirements for admission to University of Michigan Ann Arbor and what student information is used for admission decisions?
Test scores: school admissions site, 2026-27. Other fields: IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Fall 2027 Application Deadline
Applications Due
Feb 1, 2027Days left to Apply
154Applicants have 154 days left until the Fall 2027 term applications are due on Feb 1, 2027.
Application Fee
The cost for prospective students to apply to University of Michigan Ann Arbor is $75.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Credits Accepted
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Admission summary
Michigan is test-optional for 2026-27. Last year it admitted 15.6% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.88 GPA (about an A average). Send SAT/ACT if you are at or above this campus mid-50 (1360-1530); otherwise withhold. Mid-50 scores, where shown, are enrolled testers, not cutoffs.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
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Data source: NCES / IPEDS https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=170976.
GPA calculator: University of Michigan Ann Arbor GPA calculator.
Last updated: August 2026