Sophia AlexanderUniversity Overview
Founded in 1817, the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor is the oldest university in the state. Known for its strong research focus, it’s often called a “Public Ivy.” The Ann Arbor campus offers over 260 undergraduate degrees, and students apply directly to one of the 14 schools or colleges—each with its own admission requirements based on the chosen major. UM Ann Arbor also supports an Undergraduate Research Opportunity Program and features numerous galleries, museums, and libraries, including Gallerydaas, the Museum of Art, the Detroit Observatory, the Museum of Dentistry, and a Planetarium.
Admissions
Key Admissions Stats
- Institution Type: Public, Not-for-Profit, Coed
- Need Aware: May consider financial need in admissions
- Level of Institution: 4-year
- Campus Setting: Small city
- Acceptance Rate: 18%
Admissions Requirements
- SAT: Not required
- ACT: Not required
- Transcript: Required
Important Deadlines
| Application Type | Application Deadline | Reply Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Early Action | November 1 | — |
| Fall Regular Decision | February 1 | May 1 |
Admitted Student Stats
- In-State Students: 51%
- Out-of-State Students: 40%
- International Students: 24%
- Submitting ACT: 54%
- Submitting SAT: 46%
- Average ACT Composite: 34
- Average SAT Composite: 1448
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Academics
Key Academic Stats
- Highest Degree Offered: Doctorate
- Total Students: 51,225
- Undergraduates: 32,695
- Academic Calendar: Trimester
Classroom Sizes
- 2-19 Students: 55%
- 20-39 Students: 22%
- 40-99 Students: 15%
- 100+ Students: 7%
Graduation Rates
- 4-Year Graduation Rate: 81% (National: 28%)
- 6-Year Graduation Rate: 93% (National: 52%)
- Student-Faculty Ratio: 12:1 (National: 21:1)
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Tuition, Cost & Aid
Key Financial Stats
- Average Net Price: $17,832
- In-State Tuition: $18,309
- Out-of-State Tuition: $60,107
- Room & Board: $13,856
- Books & Supplies: $1,126
Aid & Grants
- Need Met: 92%
- Students Receiving Gift Aid: 18%
- Average Aid Per Year: $15,121
- Average Federal Grant: $3,677
- Average Institutional Grant: $17,186
Student Loans
- Students Borrowing Loans: 25%
- Average Loan Amount Per Year: $8,470
- Average Debt at Graduation: $15,750
- Median Monthly Loan Payment: $167
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Campus Life
Key Campus Stats
- Student Gender:
- Male: 48% (National: 44%)
- Female: 52% (National: 56%)
- Student Organizations: 1,500+
- Campus Setting: Small city
- LGBTQIA Resources: Yes
- On-Campus Women’s Center: Yes
Housing
- Undergrads Living On Campus: 31%
- Freshmen Required to Live On Campus: No
Athletics
- Team Name: Wolverines
- School Colors: Maize & Blue
- Athletic Association: NCAA
- Conference: Big Ten
Campus Safety
- 24/7 Security Patrol: Yes
- Emergency Phones: Yes
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After Graduation
Post-Grad Stats
- Top 5 Cities for Alumni:
- Detroit
- New York
- Chicago
- San Francisco
- Washington, D.C.
- Average Salary (6 Years After Graduation): $79,000
