Dates & Deadlines
Admissions Deadlines
Without question, Michigan is one of the most respected universities in the world, attracting the best and brightest students from every corner of the globe. So when it comes to your admission here, you’ll want to put yourself in the best possible position for acceptance. That includes completing and submitting your application materials as early as you can. Not only will you increase your chances of acceptance, but you’ll also position yourself for the best possible financial aid package.
Below are our application deadlines.
Fall Term Deadline - February 1*
Early Action - November 1
Winter Term Deadline - October 1
Spring Half Term Deadline - February 1*
Summer Half Term Deadline - February 1*
* Deadline for School of Music, Theatre & Dance - December 1
Financial Aid Deadlines
Financial aid is a cornerstone of your college experience no matter what form it comes in. Whether it’s scholarships, grants, or connecting students to federal aid, the University of Michigan has numerous resources and ways to help eligible students and their families.
The First Step
The Office of Financial Aid is your number one resource for finding out how to apply, what you need to do to qualify, and what types of financial aid are available. Now is the time to contact Financial Aid and set up a time to start making your financial aid plans with an advisor.
Types of Aid Available
A complete list of all federal, state, and institutional aid programs (grants, loans, scholarships, and Work-Study) available at the University of Michigan Office of Financial Aid.
Basic Steps and Deadlines
October 1: Complete the CSS/Financial Aid PROFILE as soon as possible after this date to be considered for need-based University grants and scholarships (please note that you do not have to be admitted to start working on your CSS PROFILE).
January 1: Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) as soon as possible after this date to be considered for need-based and non-need-based federal and state grants, scholarships, loans, and Work-Study (you do not have to be admitted to start working on your FAFSA).
April 30: Date by which the Office of Financial Aid must receive your need-based scholarship information—Michigan Competitive Scholarship, FAFSA, PROFILE—so you can receive a financial aid offer by May 1. Date by which all other aid program information must be received by the Office of Financial Aid—FAFSA, PROFILE.
May 1: Enrollment deposit deadline (the enrollment deposit will reserve a space for you in your class)
Need more information?
To start your financial aid process, contact:
Office of Financial Aid
2500 Student Activities Building
515 East Jefferson Street
Ann Arbor, MI 48109-1316
734-763-6600
financial.aid@umich.edu
