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Public UniversityEst. 1817STEM OPT Eligible

Study in University of Michigan

Ann Arbor, MI

18%
Acceptance Rate
15%
Intl Students
89%
OPT Job Rate
Last verified: March 2026 - cross-referenced with official university and USCIS sources. Visa rules change - always confirm with your DSO.

Overview for International Students

University of Michigan is one of the most academically comprehensive public universities in the world, combining top-ranked engineering, business, law, and medical programs. Ross School of Business and the College of Engineering are both consistently in the top 10 nationally.

  • Ross School of Business: top-10 ranked undergraduate and MBA programs
  • College of Engineering ranked consistently in the top 10
  • STEM OPT eligible across engineering, CS, and science programs
  • Ann Arbor: consistently ranked one of the best college towns in the US
  • Strong alumni network in automotive, finance, consulting, and tech
  • University-wide research funding in the top 5 among all US universities

Who Thrives at Michigan?

Michigan has what most big public schools don't: genuine academic ambition combined with the resource base of a top-10 university. The Ross MBA is a feeder to Wall Street and consulting. The College of Engineering is a serious research institution. Ann Arbor is small enough to feel like a college town but close enough to Detroit's resurgent automotive and tech scene to matter for industry careers. International students describe the campus as exceptionally welcoming - the sheer size means there is a community for everyone. For international students who want broad academic depth across multiple schools (business + engineering, or law + policy), Michigan is unusually well-configured.

Rankings

#23
QS World
#21
US News
#8 (Ross)
US News Business

Admissions Requirements

Acceptance Rate18%
Total Enrollment47,907
TOEFL Minimum84 (iBT)
IELTS Minimum6.5

Application Deadlines

Early ActionNovember 1
Regular DecisionFebruary 1

Popular Majors for International Students

BusinessComputer ScienceEngineeringEconomicsPsychology

Scholarships for International Students

University Honors Scholarships
$5,000–$40,000/year
Ross School Graduate Fellowships
Varies by program
Note: Scholarship availability and amounts change annually. Always verify directly with the university financial aid office before applying.

Jobs & OPT for International Students

STEM OPT Eligible
Yes - 3 years total
OPT Employment Rate
89% within 6 months

Top Employers Who Hire from Michigan

FordGMAmazonGoogleMcKinseyGoldman SachsApple

Cost Summary (Annual)

Tuition & Fees$53,232
Est. Living Costs$16,000
Total Est. Cost$69,232

Estimates for 2025–26 academic year. Actual costs vary. Check university website for current figures.

International Student Profile

Total Enrollment47,907
Intl Students7,200
Intl Student %15%

International Student Office

DSO Contact:
issadvising@umich.edu
Official Intl Office

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