University of Michigan Acceptance Rate: Latest Figures and What They Mean for Indian Students
University of Michigan Acceptance Rate for Indian Applicants
The University of Michigan (Ann Arbor) admitted about 16.4% of first-year applicants for fall 2025, according to figures from its Common Data Set: 17,915 admitted from 109,112 applications. The rate was 15.6% for fall 2024 and about 17.9% for fall 2023. Michigan does not publish a separate admit rate for international or Indian applicants, so treat the overall figure as a guide, not a prediction for your own application.
Checked against University of Michigan pages in November 2026. Michigan has said it is modifying parts of its admissions process, so confirm requirements on its official site.
First-year admit rate over three years
| Entry term | Applications | Admitted | Admit rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fall 2023 | 87,632 | 15,722 | about 17.9% |
| Fall 2024 | 98,310 | 15,373 | about 15.6% |
| Fall 2025 | 109,112 | 17,915 | about 16.4% |
Applications have risen sharply while the number of places has stayed broadly similar, so the process remains highly selective. Michigan reported about 8,178 first-year students enrolling in fall 2025, of whom roughly 4,284 were Michigan residents and 3,894 came from outside the state. Michigan also reported around 780 new international undergraduates for that term. International applicants therefore compete for a small share of seats.
What the number does not tell you
- It varies by school and major. Engineering and Computer Science are among the most competitive options, and you apply to a specific school or college within the university.
- It blends in-state and out-of-state applicants. Michigan residents make up roughly half of each class.
- It is not your odds. A strong profile still faces uncertainty at any selective university, so apply to a balanced list.
- This page covers Ann Arbor. The University of Michigan’s Dearborn and Flint campuses run separate admissions.
What Michigan asks from first-year applicants
- The Common Application (or Coalition application), plus an application fee of $75.
- Your school transcripts and a school report. Indian applicants should include Class 9 to 12 marks as the school specifies.
- One teacher evaluation and the essays required by the application.
- SAT or ACT scores are optional. Michigan considers them if you choose to submit them. Among enrolled students who submitted the SAT, the middle 50% ranged from about 1370 to 1530.
- Proof of English proficiency if English is not your first language. Check the English requirement and accepted tests on Michigan’s website.
- Applicants interested in Computer Science must select that major on the Common App, and some programmes ask for extra information.
Deadlines for fall 2027 entry
| Plan | Deadline | Decision |
|---|---|---|
| Early Action | 1 November 2026 (passed) | By 30 January 2027 |
| Early Decision (binding) | 1 November 2026 (passed) | By 24 December 2026 |
| Regular Decision | 1 February 2027 | By 3 April 2027 |
The reply date for admitted students is 1 May. If you are applying for fall 2027 and missed the early deadlines, Regular Decision on 1 February 2027 is your route. Students planning for fall 2028 should note the November early deadlines now.
Cost
Michigan’s Common Data Set lists tuition for a first-year out-of-state student at about $66,600 for 2026–27, before housing, food, books, insurance and travel. Use Michigan’s official cost estimate and financial aid pages to plan, and do not assume need-based aid is open to international applicants without checking the current rules. Most Indian families fund a US degree through savings, scholarships from the university or external sources, and education loans, so plan the full four-year cost before applying.
How to strengthen your application
- Keep strong marks in rigorous subjects, particularly those linked to your intended major.
- Show depth in a few activities, with real responsibility and outcomes, rather than a long list.
- Write essays that are specific to you and to Michigan’s programmes.
- Submit strong SAT or ACT scores if you have them, since the policy is test-optional rather than test-blind.
- Build a list that includes safer options alongside Michigan, such as other US universities with higher acceptance rates (see our guide to colleges with higher acceptance rates).
Frequently asked questions
What is the University of Michigan acceptance rate for international students?
Michigan does not publish a separate international or India-specific rate. The overall first-year rate was about 16.4% for fall 2025.
Does Michigan require SAT or ACT scores?
Scores are optional for first-year applicants, and Michigan considers them if you submit them. Confirm the current policy before applying.
Is Early Action better than Regular Decision?
Early Action gives you an earlier answer (by 30 January) but is non-binding. Apply early if your application is ready, and use Regular Decision if you need more time to strengthen it. Check Michigan’s admissions pages for how each plan is reviewed.
Can I apply after the 1 February deadline?
Michigan sets the deadlines for each term. Check its official page, and do not count on late consideration.
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Sources
- University of Michigan Office of Undergraduate Admissions, requirements and deadlines: admissions.umich.edu
- University of Michigan Office of Budget and Planning, student statistics: obp.umich.edu
- University of Michigan Common Data Set (applications, admits, tuition and test score ranges)
