UM-Dearborn Academic Snapshot
Admission Selectiveness:
- Admission Rate: 55.61%. Moderately selective, indicating a less competitive admission process.
- SAT Average: 1110. Average SAT scores, indicating a moderately competitive applicant pool.
Tuition Overview:
- In-State Tuition: $15,640
- Out-of-State Tuition: $32,896
- Tuition rates are on the higher end, which may reflect the institution's resources or prestige.
Student Population at UM-Dearborn:
- Total Enrollment: 8,104, including 1,314 online students
- 6,187 Undergraduate, 1,917 Graduate
- Gender Distribution: 54.2% men, 45.8% women.
- This is a medium-sized institution, offering diverse programs and student activities.
Graduation & Retention Rate
- Graduation Rate: 58%. Moderate graduation rate, typical for many institutions.
- Transfer-Out Rate: 25%. Some students transfer out, which is common in higher education.
- First-Year Retention Rate: 82%. Good retention, typical for many institutions.
Programs & Degrees Offered
- Programs Offered: 186 academic programs available.
- Online Programs: 38 programs available fully online.
- Graduate Programs: 53 graduate-level programs offered.
- Special Programs: Health Professions.
- Degrees Awarded: Certificate, Bachelor's, Master's, Doctor's.
UM-Dearborn Overview
University of Michigan-Dearborn (UM-Dearborn) is a four-year, public school located in Dearborn, MI. University of Michigan-Dearborn was newly upgraded to an R2 University from a Master's College and University (larger programs)
in 2025 due to changes in its research activities and doctoral program offerings.
The UM-Dearborn's tuition & fees is $15,640 for Michigan residents and $32,896 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2024-2025. 80% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $10,226.
The school has a total enrollment of 8,104 and the students to faculty ratio is 16 to 1 (6.25%).
UM-Dearborn's acceptance rate is 55.61% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 14.20%. The median SAT score is 1110 and the ACT score is 26.
UM-Dearborn ranked 26th in Michigan Colleges rankings. University of Michigan-Dearborn is accredited by Higher Learning Commission.
2025 Tuition & Fees and 2026 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of University of Michigan-Dearborn is $15,640 for in-state students and $32,896 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2025 tuition & fees is $17,126 for in-state students and $30,350 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $16,368 for Michigan residents and $34,507 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2026 graduate school tuition & fees is $18,382 for Michigan residents and $32,252 for out-of-state students.
| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $15,640 | $32,896 |
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| Graduate | $17,126 | $30,350 |
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| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $16,368 | $34,507 |
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| Graduate | $18,382 | $32,252 |
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The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Learning Opportunities and Campus Services
University of Michigan-Dearborn offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers.
Special Learning Opportunities at UM-Dearborn
| Learning Opportunities |
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| ROTC | Army, Air Force |
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| Weekend/Evening College | Yes |
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| Teacher Certification | Yes |
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| Study Abroad | Yes |
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| On-Campus Services |
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| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
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| Employment services for students | Yes |
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| Placement services for completers | Yes |
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| On-campus day care for students' children | Yes |
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