Howdy! I'm from Michigan and it'd be really convenient to stay in-state for my college education. I'm looking into UMICH right now. Does anyone know if there is a difference in acceptance rates for in-state students versus out-of-state?
Hello! Yes, there is typically a difference in acceptance rates for in-state and out-of-state students at public universities like University of Michigan. Public universities often reserve a certain percentage of spots for in-state students which can result in higher acceptance rates for those students. However, it's important to remember that acceptance rates can depend on the pool of applicants each year and might fluctuate slightly.
For UMICH specifically, they have traditionally accepted more students from in-state than out-of-state. In recent data, approximately 39% of in-state applicants were accepted compared to about 18% for out-of-state applicants.
While being from Michigan may give you a slight advantage in admission to UMICH, it's also essential to make your application as competitive as possible. This involves maintaining strong grades, participating in meaningful extracurricular activities, and crafting compelling essays. Good luck with your application!
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