About UM
University of Michigan (UM) — public non-profit university. It is located in Ann Arbor, United States. As a part of American Association of State Colleges and Universities (AASCU), Association of American Universities (AAU), Committee on Institutional Cooperation (CIC), Association of Universities for Research in Astronomy (AURA), Midwest Universities Consortium for In, UM is actively building the academic environment in United States.
QS International University Ranking placed the university in 25 position. In the USA, UM is considered one of the most prestigious higher education institutions. Times Higher Education World University Ranking (THE) places the university in 24 position in the rating.
At UM, you can get a bachelor and master degree in different fields of study.
- Location
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Ann Arbor, United States
- Establishment year
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1817
- Students
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47,767
- International students
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7,592
- Female students
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50%
- Acceptance rate
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26%
Place in ratings
- Rating QS
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2023#25
- Rating in the USA
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2021#18
- Rating THE
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2022#24
UM tuition fees
The academic calendar at UM is divided into trimesters, however, tuition fees are calculated per year. Tuition fees at UM are different for locals and foreigners. United States citizens pay 16,174 USD per year, while international students pay a minimum of 50,632 USD. The university has several financial aid programs that help students cover part of the cost of education. Check the university website for up-to-date information on prices and available scholarships.
- Academic calendar
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Trimesters
- Scholarships
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No
- Financial Aidallowances and other types of social assistance
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Yes
- Bachelor
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Local16,174 USD/year
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Foreign53,218 USD/year
- Master
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Local25,223 USD/year
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Foreign50,632 USD/year
Additional costs
When choosing an educational institution, it is important to be aware of additional costs: accommodation, transportation, study materials, meals and personal expenses.
- Room and board
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on campus12,034 USD/year
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off campus12,034 USD/year
- Other expensestransport, personal expenses, university fees
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on campus2,454 USD/year
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off campus2,454 USD/year
Bachelor degree at UM
Enrollment for undergraduate studies is based on the results of entrance exams, but GPA also plays an important role. Before applying to the university, you need to pass an exam for knowledge of the English language. The university accepts the results of IELTS, PTE or TOEFL. The minimum TOEFL score is 100. The IELTS score is not lower than 7. A subject exam is required. The university relies on the SAT results. UM also provides online undergraduate programs.
- IELTS
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7
- TOEFL iBT
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100
- TOEFL PBT
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600
Master's degree at UM
The admission committee of the university takes into account the previous academic performance of the student. In order to enroll at UM for a master's program, you will have to confirm knowledge of the English language. You can do this by passing the exam — IELTS or TOEFL. The minimum IELTS score for admission is 6.5. TOEFL — 84 or higher. There is an opportunity for admission to online master's programs at UM.
- IELTS
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6.5
- TOEFL iBT
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84
UM campus
The campus of the educational institution is located in Ann Arbor. This opens up all the delights of life in a big city for students: a rich infrastructure, a large selection of entertainment, convenient transport, as well as more opportunities for internships or part-time jobs. However, for some students, such an abundance of opportunities can be distracting. During the period of study, students can use the university library, where they can do homework and write scientific papers. Foreigners who come to UM through exchange programs study and live with local students. Thus, the university promotes intercultural exchange and the establishment of interethnic relations.
- Campus Type
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Urban
- Library
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Yes
What to do after graduation
After graduation, you can stay in United States for another year. You can do this by extending your student visa or applying for a job search visa. Graduates of UM find jobs without difficulty. One of the reasons is the good reputation of the university among employers, according to the results of the QS ranking. Look for more immigration options in our article.
