UM-Dearborn Admission Requirements

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UM-Dearborn Admission Overview

UM-Dearborn admission requirements are competitive. Last year UM-Dearborn admitted 55.6% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.66 GPA (A-) and SAT 990-1255 / ACT 24-28. UM-Dearborn 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

UM-Dearborn is test-optional. You choose whether to send SAT or ACT.

Source: IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

UM-Dearborn Acceptance Rate

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Acceptance rate

55.6%

Admission Standards

Average

Applicant Competition

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Acceptance Rate

The UM-Dearborn acceptance rate is 55.6%. Last year, 7,844 of 14,105 applicants were admitted. That is the 5th lowest acceptance rate in Michigan.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into UM-Dearborn and can you get accepted?

UM-Dearborn is a competitive school to get into, turning away a substantial share of applicants. You have a good chance of acceptance if you meet last year's profile.

University of Michigan Dearborn typically attracts "A-" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.66. 14% of those admitted chose to enroll.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

UM-Dearborn GPA

GPA of enrolled freshmen

Avg. High School GPA

3.66

Typical High School Grades

A-

Average GPA (4.0 Scale) 3.66

0.0 1.0 2.0 3.0 4.0

Average GPA

Enrolled freshmen at UM-Dearborn typically have around a 3.66 GPA (A-) on a 4.0 scale. That is last year's class average, not a cutoff. Enrolled students typically have very good grades in high school. UM-Dearborn is test-optional. If you withhold SAT or ACT, GPA carries more weight.

The school ranks #10 in Michigan for highest average GPA.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.7 GPA range.

Competitiveness by GPA Ranges

Share of last year's freshmen in each GPA range, compared with the rest of the class.

High school GPA ranges for enrolled University of Michigan Dearborn freshmen
High School GPA	Freshmen Within Range	Competitiveness
4.0	18.4%	Good
3.75 to 3.99	28.7%	Avg +
3.50 to 3.74	22.3%	Avg -
3.25 to 3.49	14.7%	Reach
3.00 to 3.24	11.7%	Reach
2.50 to 2.99	4.2%	Low
2.00 to 2.49	0%	Low
1.00 to 1.99	0%	Low
less than 1.00	0%	Low

What do these figures mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2024

UM-Dearborn SAT Scores

SAT scores of enrolled freshmen

SAT Range

990-1255

Freshmen who sent SAT

57%

25th Percentile Scores

Reading 500
Math 490
Composite 990

75th Percentile Scores

Reading 625
Math 630
Composite 1255

Average SAT

Enrolled testers at UM-Dearborn typically score around a 1120 SAT (middle 50% 990–1255) out of 1600. That is last year's class, not a cutoff. The average SAT of enrolled testers is about the 63rd percentile nationally. UM-Dearborn ranks #14 in the state of Michigan for highest average SAT composite score.

SAT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 990 to 1255

800 1000 1200 1400 1600

SAT policy

UM-Dearborn 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 1120 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.

SAT ranges vs last year's enrolled testers at University of Michigan Dearborn
SAT Score (1600 scale)	Competitiveness	Admission Chances
1255+	Above 75th	>71%
1120 to 1255	Avg +	56%-71%
990 to 1120	Avg -	40%-56%
Below 990	Below mid-50	<40%

What do these figures mean?

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

UM-Dearborn ACT Scores

ACT scores among enrolled freshmen

ACT Range

24-28

Freshmen reporting ACT

25th Percentile Scores

English 23
Math 20
Composite 24

75th Percentile Scores

English 33
Math 28
Composite 28

Average ACT

Incoming testers at UM-Dearborn typically have around a 26 ACT (mid-50 24–28) on the 36 scale. That reflects last year's enrolled testers, not a cutoff. That average sits near the 82nd percentile of ACT takers nationwide. UM-Dearborn places #9 among colleges in Michigan for highest average ACT composite.

ACT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 24 to 28

1 9 18 27 36

ACT policy

You may apply to UM-Dearborn without ACT. A score you do send is still reviewed.

See colleges with similar ACT profiles in the 26.0 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.

ACT bands compared with last year's enrolled testers at University of Michigan Dearborn
ACT Score (36 scale)	Competitiveness	Admission Chances
28+	Above 75th	>71%
26 to 28	Avg +	56%-71%
24 to 26	Avg -	40%-56%
Below 24	Below mid-50	<40%

How to read these figures

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.

University of Michigan Dearborn admission statistics
	Women	Men	Total
Applied	7,013	6,915	14,105
Accepted	4,208	3,537	7,844
Acceptance Rate	60%	51%	56%
Enrolled	529	571	1,114
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield)	13%	16%	14%

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Application Requirements

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

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

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Fall 2027 Application Deadline

Applications Due

Apr 1, 2027

Days left to Apply

213

Applicants have 213 days left until the Fall 2027 term applications are due on Apr 1, 2027.

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to University of Michigan Dearborn is $0. The school is free to apply to.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Credits Accepted

High school credits accepted at University of Michigan Dearborn
Credit Type	Accepted
AP Credit	Yes
Dual Credit	Yes
Credit for Life Experiences	No

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Admission summary

UM-Dearborn is test-optional for 2024-25. Last year it admitted 55.6% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.66 GPA (about an A- average). Send SAT/ACT if you are at or above this campus mid-50 (990-1255); otherwise withhold. Mid-50 scores, where shown, are enrolled testers, not cutoffs.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025