University of Michigan–Dearborn Scholarships (2026–2027 Costs & Merit Aid)

University of Michigan–Dearborn Scholarships (2026–2027)

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Last Updated on June 2, 2026
What This Page Covers:
  • Tuition, housing, and average family net price
  • Automatic merit ranges and qualifier benchmarks
  • Flagship and hidden-gem awards
  • Honors and stacking strategy

📊 Admissions Snapshot

  • Acceptance Rate: ~56%
  • Middle 50% ACT: 25
  • Middle 50% SAT: 1180
  • Average GPA: 3.65

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📌 University of Michigan–Dearborn at a Glance

🏆 Full tuition available (Chancellor’s Scholarship & Detroit Promise Scholarship)
Average Net Price
$10,904/year (in-state estimate)
Average paid for residents.
Automatic Merit
$1,000–$12,500/yr
No separate application.
Scholarships Tracked
20 opportunities
5 automatic · 3 competitive · 10 hidden gem · 2 honors
Typical Qualifiers
GPA 3+; ACT TBD+ / SAT TBD+
Benchmarks for top-tier awards.
Testing Policy
Test-optional
No superscore.
Key Deadlines
Priority: Apr 1 • FAFSA: Dec 1
Full-Tuition / Full-Ride
Chancellor’s Scholarship & Detroit Promise Scholarship
Honors College
Honors Program Available
Residency & Waivers
none

UM–Dearborn is one of the clearest examples of a “brand name at a lower price.” You’re getting a University of Michigan degree path, but with a much more accessible admissions profile and a significantly lower cost—especially once automatic merit or regional discounts are factored in.

What makes it especially interesting is how many different ways the price can drop. Out-of-state students can earn solid automatic merit or qualify for the Great Lakes in-state rate, while Michigan residents may receive full tuition through the Go Blue Guarantee. For students in the 3.3–3.9 range, it often lands in that sweet spot of strong academics, recognizable name, and real affordability. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}

FAQ

Is this college test-optional? Yes — University of Michigan–Dearborn is test-optional.

What is the middle 50% ACT/SAT? ACT: 25; SAT: 1180.

Average net price? About $10,904/yearyear after aid.

Does this school use waivers/reciprocity? Yes — participates in none.


💰 Cost of Attendance at University of Michigan–Dearborn 2026-2027

📅 2026–2027 Planning Note: The costs below reflect the most recently published figures (2025–2026). Universities typically finalize the next year’s rates in the spring, and we’ll update this page once official 2026–2027 numbers are released.

Planning tip: At large public universities, tuition, fees, and housing usually increase modestly each year (often in the 2–5% range). For early budgeting, families may want to plan for roughly $1,000–$1,500 more in-state or $2,000–$3,000 more out-of-state in total direct costs once new rates are published.

Category (2026–2027) In-State Out-of-State
Tuition & Mandatory Fees (2 semesters) $16,240 $34,162
Housing & Meals (typical) $11,330 $11,330
Total (Direct Costs) $27,570 $45,492

Average Federal Net Price: $10,904 — this is what families actually paid after grants and scholarships (no loans), based on the most recent federal data. Your specific cost could be significantly lower or higher depending on your financial aid eligibility and merit scholarships. New to Net Price & SAI? Read our guide.


Michigan Aid & Guarantees:

  • Go Blue Guarantee: Covers full undergraduate tuition & mandatory fees for in-state students with family income ≤ $125,000 and assets ≤ $125,000. Students must also maintain the minimum GPA set by UM-Dearborn.
  • Michigan Achievement Scholarship: Up to $5,500/yr for eligible Michigan high school graduates with a Student Aid Index (SAI) of $30,000 or less.

Example: An in-state student with a $16,240 tuition bill could see it reduced to $0 if they qualify for Go Blue. With the Michigan Achievement Scholarship, a qualifying student could bring that bill down to about $10,700 before other aid.

Cost & Aid FAQ

Who qualifies for the Go Blue Guarantee?
Michigan residents with family income ≤ $125,000 and assets ≤ $125,000, who also meet the GPA and FAFSA requirements set by UM-Dearborn.

How much is the Michigan Achievement Scholarship worth?
Up to $5,500 per year for students attending a Michigan public university; minimum $2,500 if eligible. The exact award depends on FAFSA results and SAI.

Do I need to apply separately?
Both the Go Blue Guarantee and Michigan Achievement Scholarship are awarded automatically once you submit the FAFSA. No CSS Profile is required at UM-Dearborn. While the university encourages early filing, always confirm the most up-to-date FAFSA priority deadline on the UM-Dearborn financial aid site.

Sources:
https://umdearborn.edu/one-stop/tuition-and-fees/cost-attendance
https://umdearborn.edu/admissions-aid/paying-college
https://umdearborn.edu/go-blue-guarantee/um-dearborn-go-blue-guarantee-program-information
https://www.michigan.gov/mistudentaid/programs/michigan-achievement-scholarship
https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?171137-University-of-Michigan-Dearborn=

✅ Automatic Merit Scholarships

UM-Dearborn automatically considers every admitted first-year student for merit scholarships. Awards are based on high school GPA and are renewable if your student maintains good standing. No separate application is needed.

Automatic
Dean’s Scholarship
📅 Deadline: March 1
✓ Renews (3 GPA, 4 yrs)
$7,000–$10,000/yr
✔ Stackable
🏫 3.8+ GPA

Stacking & Combining
May be combined with state/federal aid; may not stack with some full-tuition institutional awards.

💡
Strategic Detail
Award bands vary slightly by year and funding; amounts are per academic year, split between fall and winter.
🕵
Who Actually Wins
Students with roughly 3.8–4.0 high school GPAs in a strong college-prep curriculum.
Automatic
Dearborn Scholars
📅 Deadline: March 1
✓ Renews (3 GPA, 4 yrs)
$5,000–$7,000/yr
✔ Stackable
🏫 3.6+ GPA

Stacking & Combining
Can be combined with state/federal grants and some institutional awards; subject to tuition and cost-of-attendance limits.

💡
Strategic Detail
Award is per year and renewable with GPA and credit completion requirements.
🕵
Who Actually Wins
Students with roughly 3.6–3.85 GPAs and solid college-prep coursework.
Automatic
Distinction Scholarship
📅 Deadline: March 1
✓ Renews (3 GPA, 4 yrs)
$3,000–$5,000/yr
✔ Stackable
🏫 3.3+ GPA

Stacking & Combining
Stacks with most other forms of aid up to tuition and cost-of-attendance limits.

💡
Strategic Detail
Award amounts depend on exact GPA and annual funding.
🕵
Who Actually Wins
Students with roughly 3.3–3.6 high school GPAs and a solid academic record.
Automatic
Gateway Scholarship
📅 Deadline: March 1
✓ Renews (3 GPA, 4 yrs)
$1,000–$2,500/yr
✔ Stackable
🏫 3.0+ GPA

Stacking & Combining
Can be combined with other institutional, state, and federal aid up to cost-of-attendance.

💡
Strategic Detail
Award is per year, split fall/winter; renewal requires GPA and credit completion.
🕵
Who Actually Wins
Students with roughly 3.0–3.3 GPAs entering directly from high school.
Automatic
Non-Resident Merit Award
📅 Deadline: March 1
✓ Renews (3 GPA, 4 yrs)
$7,500–$12,500/yr
✔ Stackable
🏫 3.3+ GPA

Stacking & Combining
Reduces non-resident tuition; can be combined with some additional scholarships and need-based aid up to cost-of-attendance.

💡
Strategic Detail
Award bands reflect typical ranges and may shift based on the applicant pool and available funding.
🕵
Who Actually Wins
Non-resident students with GPAs roughly 3.25+ and otherwise strong academic profiles.
* GPA/test bands are estimates based on official selectivity and prior cohort profiles. "Who Actually Wins" insights are pulled from external peer-sourced data where students and parents have reported real-world award results. Because colleges can change funding thresholds and deadlines at any time, always verify these details with the institution before finalizing your application strategy.

*Estimates based on published award bands and typical recipient profiles. Actual cutoffs may shift year to year depending on the applicant pool and available funding.

Automatic Merit FAQ

Do I need to apply for these scholarships?
No — all admitted first-year students are automatically reviewed for merit awards.

Does UM-Dearborn superscore the SAT/ACT?
UM-Dearborn does not list a superscore policy for automatic scholarships. Awards are based on GPA, and test scores are not required for admission or merit aid.

Can these awards stack with other aid?
Yes, most automatic scholarships can be combined with state or federal aid. However, if you earn a full-tuition award like the Chancellor’s Scholarship, you may not be able to stack additional tuition-based awards.

Sources:
https://umdearborn.edu/cost-aid/undergraduate-scholarships/first-year-merit-scholarships

🏆 Competitive Scholarships

Some of UM-Dearborn’s biggest awards aren’t automatic — they require an extra application, essays, or an interview. These scholarships are limited in number and highly selective, but for families they can make a big difference if your student stands out academically and personally.

Full TuitionApp Requiredpipelinehonors
Chancellor’s Scholarship
📅 Deadline: February (annual competition deadline)
✓ Renews (3 GPA, 4 yrs)
Full Tuition
tuition_and_fees
✘ Not stackable
⚠  The university's premier merit award for top-tier freshmen. Covers 100% of tuition and mandatory fees. Action Required: Requires a separate application, essay, and a leadership resume by the January 15 deadline.
🏫 3.8+ GPA

Stacking & Combining
Generally replaces other institutional tuition-based merit awards; can still combine with need-based and outside aid within COA limits.

📄
How to Apply
Complete the Chancellor’s Scholarship application, essay, and competition/interview steps by the published deadline after admission.
✎ Essays🎤 Interview🌟 Finalist Event

💡
Strategic Detail
Covers full in-state tuition and mandatory fees for up to eight semesters for students who maintain GPA and full-time enrollment.
🕵
Who Actually Wins
Most winners: Top Michigan residents with about 3.8+ GPAs, strong leadership, service, writing, and often Honors-level profiles.
Full TuitionApp Requiredgeographicneed_based
Detroit Promise Scholarship
📅 Deadline: February 1
✓ Renews (4 yrs)
Full Tuition
tuition_gap
✔ Stackable
⚠  Detroit residents who graduate from a Detroit high school and meet GPA/FAFSA rules can get a last‑dollar award that fully covers UM‑Dearborn in‑state tuition and selected fees, but not room and board.
Holistic / Status Based

Stacking & Combining
Acts as last-dollar aid, covering remaining tuition after grants and institutional scholarships.

📄
How to Apply
Register and apply through Detroit Promise; graduate from an eligible Detroit high school and meet GPA/residency and FAFSA requirements.

💡
Strategic Detail
UM-Dearborn participates as a Detroit Promise partner; specific rules are set by the Detroit Promise program.
🕵
Who Actually Wins
Most winners: Detroit high school graduates who file FAFSA early, meet GPA benchmarks (around 3.0+), and satisfy residency and program requirements.
Automatic
Michigan Achievement Scholarship
📅 Deadline: March 1
✓ Renews (5 yrs)
$5,500/yr
✔ Stackable
Holistic / Status Based

Stacking & Combining
State grant that stacks with UM-Dearborn merit and other aid up to cost-of-attendance; functions as need-based support.

💡
Strategic Detail
Administered by the State of Michigan; available for up to five years of undergraduate study at public universities.
🕵
Who Actually Wins
Most winners: Michigan high school graduates with Student Aid Index at or below $30,000 who complete FAFSA on time.
* GPA/test bands are estimates based on official selectivity and prior cohort profiles. "Who Actually Wins" insights are pulled from external peer-sourced data where students and parents have reported real-world award results. Because colleges can change funding thresholds and deadlines at any time, always verify these details with the institution before finalizing your application strategy.

*GPA ranges marked with an asterisk are estimates based on past awardees and published criteria. Actual cutoffs can shift each year depending on the applicant pool.

Competitive Scholarship FAQ

Why are these considered competitive?
They’re not guaranteed — you’ll need strong academics, essays, or to meet extra eligibility rules. Only a limited number of students are chosen each year.

Are these worth the extra effort?
Yes. Full-tuition programs like the Chancellor’s Scholarship can completely cover tuition, saving families thousands of dollars.

Can I stack these with automatic scholarships?
Some competitive awards (like the Chancellor’s) replace other merit awards. Others, like the Detroit Promise or Michigan Achievement Scholarship, act as “last dollar” aid and combine with institutional awards.

What deadlines should families watch?
Chancellor’s steps are typically due in February of senior year. Detroit Promise has a February 1 GPA/eligibility cutoff. The Michigan Achievement Scholarship follows FAFSA timelines—file as early as possible (by March 1 recommended).

Sources:
https://umdearborn.edu/cost-aid/undergraduate-scholarships/first-year-merit-scholarships
https://umdearborn.edu/cost-aid/undergraduate-scholarships/competitive-scholarships

💎 Hidden Gem Scholarships

Beyond the big automatic and competitive awards, UM-Dearborn students have access to other programs that can quietly reduce costs. These include ROTC opportunities, identity-based aid, research stipends, and study abroad funding.

App Required⚠ All Undergrad Only
Center for the Education of Women (CEW+) Scholarships
📅 Deadline: March 1
✓ Renews
$2,000–$10,000/yr
✔ Stackable
🎓 All Undergrad

Stacking & Combining
Awards can be renewed or re-awarded depending on fund and student progress; stackable with other aid.

📄
How to Apply
Apply via CEW+ scholarship application; typically includes essays about educational goals and life circumstances, especially for nontraditional or underrepresented women in STEM and other fields.
✎ Essays

💡
Strategic Detail
Part of U-M’s CEW+ network; open to Dearborn students meeting eligibility criteria.
🕵
Who Actually Wins
Returning/adult learners, women in STEM, and students with interrupted educational pathways or significant family responsibilities.
Full TuitionAutomatic⚠ All Undergrad Onlyneed_based
Go Blue Guarantee
📅 Deadline: March 1
✓ Renews
Full Tuition
tuition_and_fees
✔ Stackable
⚠  In‑state students with around $65,000 or less in family income (and low assets) plus the required GPA can attend UM‑Dearborn tuition‑free; families still pay for housing and meals.
🎓 All Undergrad

Stacking & Combining
Covers full in-state tuition and mandatory fees for eligible Michigan residents; other aid can help with housing and expenses.

💡
Strategic Detail
UM system initiative extended to UM-Dearborn; details published annually.
🕵
Who Actually Wins
In-state students with solid GPAs and family income/assets under the program’s threshold who file FAFSA on time.
Automatic
International Undergraduate Scholarship
📅 Deadline: March 1
✓ Renews (3 GPA, 4 yrs)
$12,500/yr
✔ Stackable
🏫 3.0+ GPA

Stacking & Combining
Discounts non-resident tuition for international students; can be combined with some other awards subject to cost-of-attendance.

💡
Strategic Detail
Maximum value about $50,000 over four years for students who remain eligible.
🕵
Who Actually Wins
First-year international students with strong academic records who maintain GPA and credit requirements.
App Required⚠ All Undergrad Only
U-M Martin Luther King Jr. Scholarship
📅 Deadline: March 1
Non-Renewable
Varies
✔ Stackable
🎓 All Undergrad

Stacking & Combining
Can supplement campus and external aid for students engaged in social justice work.

📄
How to Apply
Apply through University of Michigan MLK Scholarship process; document social justice, civic engagement, and academic achievement.
✎ Essays

💡
Strategic Detail
Central U-M scholarship open to Dearborn students; amount and number of awards may vary each year.
🕵
Who Actually Wins
Civically engaged students across U-M campuses who show leadership in equity and justice initiatives.
App Required⚠ All Undergrad Only
NSF STEM Scholars
📅 Deadline: May 1
✓ Renews (3 GPA)
Varies
✔ Stackable
🏫 3.0+ GPA🎓 All Undergrad

Stacking & Combining
Scholarship support varies by NSF grant and can be combined with institutional and federal aid up to cost-of-attendance.

📄
How to Apply
Submit NSF STEM Scholars application; must be calculus-ready, a declared STEM major, U.S. citizen or permanent resident, and demonstrate financial need.
✎ Essays

💡
Strategic Detail
Includes mentoring, cohort support, and sometimes paid research experiences in addition to scholarship dollars.
🕵
Who Actually Wins
First-year and transfer STEM students who are calculus-ready, show financial need, and have strong academic potential.
App Required⚠ All Undergrad Only
Study Abroad Funding
📅 Deadline: March 1 (for summer/fall), Oct 1 (for winter)
Non-Renewable
Varies
✔ Stackable
🎓 All Undergrad

Stacking & Combining
Most aid can travel with students to approved programs, reducing out-of-pocket costs; may include small UM-Dearborn study abroad scholarships.

📄
How to Apply
Work with the study abroad and financial aid offices to apply institutional, state, and federal aid toward approved programs; complete any required study abroad scholarship forms.

💡
Strategic Detail
Covers a portion of program costs; not a single named scholarship but a packaging of aid for international study.
🕵
Who Actually Wins
Students who plan early, choose approved programs, and complete required financial aid and program paperwork.
App Required⚠ All Undergrad Only
919 Scholarship Fund
📅 Deadline: March 1
✓ Renews
Varies
✔ Stackable
🎓 All Undergrad

Stacking & Combining
Need-based donor fund that can supplement merit and state/federal aid.

📄
How to Apply
Apply via UM-Dearborn campus scholarship portal; demonstrate Michigan high school graduation, leadership, community service, and financial need.
✎ Essays

💡
Strategic Detail
Specific award amounts vary with donor funding each year.
🕵
Who Actually Wins
Most winners: Service-minded Michigan graduates who can show leadership and financial need.
App Required⚠ All Undergrad Only
Thomas Safran Family Scholarship
📅 Deadline: March 1
✓ Renews
Varies
✔ Stackable
🎓 All Undergrad

Stacking & Combining
Can be awarded multiple years if criteria and funding continue.

📄
How to Apply
Apply via UM-Dearborn scholarship portal; highlight community service, leadership, and financial need.
✎ Essays

💡
Strategic Detail
Donor emphasis on community engagement and helping others.
🕵
Who Actually Wins
Service-oriented students with demonstrated financial need.
Full TuitionApp Required⚠ All Undergrad Only
Air Force ROTC (Detachment 390)
📅 Deadline: Dec 31
✓ Renews (4 yrs)
Full Tuition
tuition, stipend, books
✔ Stackable
🎓 All Undergrad

Stacking & Combining
Covers up to full tuition, plus monthly stipend and book allowance; institutional aid may be adjusted to comply with ROTC and federal limits.

📄
How to Apply
Submit AFROTC national scholarship application; meet academic, fitness, and medical standards; affiliate with Detachment 390 while enrolled at UM-Dearborn.

💡
Strategic Detail
One of the largest external funding sources for UM-Dearborn students interested in military officer careers.
🕵
Who Actually Wins
Most winners: U.S. citizens, often STEM-focused, with strong leadership and physical fitness who commit to Air Force service.
App Required⚠ All Undergrad Only
Alumni Legacy Scholarship
📅 Deadline: March 1
✓ Renews
Varies
✔ Stackable
🎓 All Undergrad

Stacking & Combining
Legacy award adds on top of standard merit and need-based aid subject to COA limits.

📄
How to Apply
Apply through UM-Dearborn scholarship portal; verify family connection to a UM-Dearborn alum and provide academic information.

💡
Strategic Detail
Supports multi-generational UM-Dearborn families; exact award amounts and criteria may vary by year.
🕵
Who Actually Wins
Most winners: Children and other relatives of UM-Dearborn alumni with solid academic performance.
Full TuitionApp Required⚠ All Undergrad Only
Army ROTC
📅 Deadline: Feb 4
✓ Renews (4 yrs)
Full Tuition
tuition, stipend, books
✔ Stackable
🎓 All Undergrad

Stacking & Combining
Pays full tuition and fees plus stipend and book allowance; institutional scholarships may be reduced so awards do not exceed tuition/COA.

📄
How to Apply
Apply through the national Army ROTC scholarship portal; upon selection, enroll in the U-M/UM-Dearborn Army ROTC battalion and meet academic, fitness, and service obligations.

💡
Strategic Detail
Uses U-M’s Army ROTC program; strong leadership and service commitment expected.
🕵
Who Actually Wins
Students interested in Army officer careers who meet academic and physical standards and complete ROTC requirements.
App Required⚠ All Undergrad Only
Blenda J. Wilson Endowed Incentive Scholarship
📅 Deadline: March 1
✓ Renews
Varies
✔ Stackable
🎓 All Undergrad

Stacking & Combining
Donor-funded support that can be renewed contingent on funding, GPA, and continued engagement.

📄
How to Apply
Apply through UM-Dearborn scholarship portal; must be a Detroit high school graduate with demonstrated financial need, leadership, and service.
✎ Essays

💡
Strategic Detail
Often highlighted for Detroit-based students; pairs well with Detroit Promise in some packages.
🕵
Who Actually Wins
Most winners: Detroit graduates who show community service and leadership along with financial need.
* GPA/test bands are estimates based on official selectivity and prior cohort profiles. "Who Actually Wins" insights are pulled from external peer-sourced data where students and parents have reported real-world award results. Because colleges can change funding thresholds and deadlines at any time, always verify these details with the institution before finalizing your application strategy.

Hidden Gem FAQ

Are ROTC scholarships full rides?
Yes, they can cover full tuition plus provide stipends and book allowances. In return, students commit to service after graduation.

Can study abroad be affordable?
Yes. You can apply your federal and institutional aid to approved programs, and UM-Dearborn offers extra scholarships to offset costs.

Who should look at NSF STEM Scholars?
Strong STEM students with financial need who are calculus-ready and want mentoring and research opportunities.

Can international students get aid?
Yes. UM-Dearborn’s International Undergraduate Scholarship offers up to $12,500 per year automatically to eligible students.

Sources:
https://umdearborn.edu/cost-aid/undergraduate-scholarships

🎖️ Honors College

If your student thrives in small, discussion-based classes and wants extra challenge without extra time, UM-Dearborn’s Honors Program is a great fit. It’s an invite-to-apply experience for high-achieving first-years, with a supportive cohort and courses that count toward degree requirements—so families don’t pay for “extras” that delay graduation.

How admission works: Eligible admits (typically ≥3.5 HS GPA) are invited to apply. Notifications often go out in January, required steps are due in late February, and decisions/confirmations follow in spring. Continuing eligibility in Honors requires maintaining good academic standing (UM-Dearborn lists a minimum 3.2 UM GPA for Honors standing).

What a Typical UM-Dearborn Honors Student Looks Like
  • GPA: 3.7–4.0 in rigorous college-prep courses*
  • Rigor: AP/IB/dual-enrollment or top-tier senior schedule
  • Leadership & Service: consistent roles in school, community, or work
  • Fit: enjoys small seminars, discussion, and faculty engagement

*Honors eligibility begins around ≥3.5 HS GPA; the range above reflects common admits and is an estimate.

Honors Perks That Matter
  • Small seminars (≈25 students) with close faculty interaction
  • Counts toward degree: Honors courses fulfill general-education (Dearborn Discovery Core) requirements
  • No extra fees for being in Honors
  • Advising & community: a supportive cohort and structured guidance

Honors-Linked Scholarships

App Required⚠ All Undergrad Only
Charles M. Krafchak Scholarship
📅 Deadline: March 1
✓ Renews (3.2 GPA)
Varies
✔ Stackable
🏫 3.2+ GPA🎓 All Undergrad

Stacking & Combining
Can be awarded in addition to Chancellor’s-ineligible merit and other donor funds, subject to COA.

📄
How to Apply
Submit separate application via UM-Dearborn scholarship portal; Honors students in any class year may apply.
✎ Essays

💡
Strategic Detail
Prioritized for Honors students; award size and number of recipients vary annually.
🕵
Who Actually Wins
Honors students with strong applications, academic performance, and potential.
App Required⚠ All Undergrad Only
John J. Brownfain Scholarship
📅 Deadline: March 1
✓ Renews (3.2 GPA)
Varies
✔ Stackable
🏫 3.2+ GPA🎓 All Undergrad

Stacking & Combining
Can supplement automatic merit and other donor awards up to cost-of-attendance.

📄
How to Apply
Apply through the UM-Dearborn scholarship portal; Honors students (any class year) submit required application materials by March 1.
✎ Essays

💡
Strategic Detail
Award amount varies by funding; selection prioritizes Honors participants.
🕵
Who Actually Wins
Honors students with strong academics and involvement who complete the portal application.
* GPA/test bands are estimates based on official selectivity and prior cohort profiles. "Who Actually Wins" insights are pulled from external peer-sourced data where students and parents have reported real-world award results. Because colleges can change funding thresholds and deadlines at any time, always verify these details with the institution before finalizing your application strategy.

*GPA ranges are estimates based on recent profiles and campus data; selection varies year by year.

Honors FAQ

Is admission automatic if I meet the GPA?
No. Qualified students are invited to apply; selection is holistic and space-limited.

Does Honors add time or extra credits?
No. Honors seminars meet degree requirements, helping students graduate in four years.

When should we act?
Watch for the January invitation, complete all steps by late Feb, confirm acceptance in spring.

Are there extra dollars for Honors?
Yes — top applicants compete for the Chancellor’s Scholarship; others have access to named awards in the portal that typically require a separate application.

Sources:
https://umdearborn.edu/honors
https://umdearborn.edu/cost-aid/undergraduate-scholarships

⭐ College Specialty

If your student is considering UM-Dearborn, you’ll hear a lot about how it’s rooted in Metro Detroit’s industries and community connections. This is a campus that pairs strong professional programs with small-class support — especially in engineering, business, and applied sciences. Families looking for career-ready pathways in Michigan often find UM-Dearborn to be a practical and respected choice.

Standout Program:

Automotive & Mobility Engineering — UM-Dearborn is nationally recognized for its automotive and mobility systems programs, benefiting from its location in the heart of the auto industry. Students tap into internships and careers with Ford, GM, Stellantis, and the growing EV/AV sector.

  • College of Business (AACSB-accredited) — Consistently ranked among the Top 3 undergraduate business programs in Michigan and Top 100 nationally (Poets&Quants, 2025).
  • Online & Professional IT Programs — U.S. News (2025) ranked UM-Dearborn’s online IT graduate programs #41 nationally and #2 among Michigan public universities.
  • STEM Pathways — Strong pipelines in computer science, mechanical engineering, and electrical engineering, with ties to regional employers.
  • Regional Public Recognition — Repeatedly named a Top Public Regional University in the Midwest by U.S. News (2024–25 editions).

📌 Final Thoughts

For families weighing UM-Dearborn, the picture is clear: this campus pairs affordable tuition with meaningful scholarships and strong professional pathways. From automatic GPA-based aid to competitive awards and hidden gems like the Go Blue Guarantee or Detroit Promise, there are many ways to make college more affordable. Add in the Honors Program and standout majors like automotive engineering or business, and UM-Dearborn becomes a practical, career-focused choice in the heart of Michigan’s economy.

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UM-Dearborn is test-optional and considers GPA, leadership, and service for scholarships.” } }, { “@type”: “Question”, “name”: “What is the middle 50% ACT/SAT?”, “acceptedAnswer”: { “@type”: “Answer”, “text”: “For students who submitted scores, the middle 50% ACT range is 21–28 and the middle 50% SAT range is 1050–1310.” } }, { “@type”: “Question”, “name”: “What’s the average net price?”, “acceptedAnswer”: { “@type”: “Answer”, “text”: “The average net price is about $10,904 per year after aid.” } }, { “@type”: “Question”, “name”: “Does this school use reciprocity or out-of-state waivers?”, “acceptedAnswer”: { “@type”: “Answer”, “text”: “Yes. The Great Lakes Scholarship lets eligible students from Illinois, Indiana, Minnesota, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Wisconsin, and Ontario pay the in-state tuition rate.” } }, { “@type”: “Question”, “name”: “Who qualifies for the Go Blue Guarantee?”, “acceptedAnswer”: { “@type”: “Answer”, “text”: “Michigan residents with family income of $125,000 or less and assets of $125,000 or less, who also meet the GPA and FAFSA requirements set by UM-Dearborn.” } }, { “@type”: “Question”, “name”: “How much is the Michigan Achievement Scholarship worth?”, “acceptedAnswer”: { “@type”: “Answer”, “text”: “It is worth up to $5,500 per year for students attending a Michigan public university, with a minimum of $2,500 if eligible. The exact award depends on FAFSA results and Student Aid Index.” } }, { “@type”: “Question”, “name”: “Do I need to apply separately for the Go Blue Guarantee or Michigan Achievement Scholarship?”, “acceptedAnswer”: { “@type”: “Answer”, “text”: “Both are awarded automatically once you submit the FAFSA. No CSS Profile is required at UM-Dearborn.” } }, { “@type”: “Question”, “name”: “Do I need to apply for the automatic merit scholarships?”, “acceptedAnswer”: { “@type”: “Answer”, “text”: “No. All admitted first-year students are automatically reviewed for merit awards.” } }, { “@type”: “Question”, “name”: “Can automatic scholarships stack with other aid?”, “acceptedAnswer”: { “@type”: “Answer”, “text”: “Yes, most automatic scholarships can be combined with state or federal aid. A full-tuition award such as the Chancellor’s Scholarship may limit stacking with additional tuition-based awards.” } }, { “@type”: “Question”, “name”: “Why are the competitive scholarships considered competitive?”, “acceptedAnswer”: { “@type”: “Answer”, “text”: “They are not guaranteed and usually require strong academics, essays, or extra eligibility steps. Only a limited number of students are chosen each year.” } }, { “@type”: “Question”, “name”: “Are ROTC scholarships full rides?”, “acceptedAnswer”: { “@type”: “Answer”, “text”: “They can cover full tuition and may also include stipends and book allowances, but students commit to service after graduation.” } }, { “@type”: “Question”, “name”: “Is Honors admission automatic if a student meets the GPA?”, “acceptedAnswer”: { “@type”: “Answer”, “text”: “No. Qualified students are invited to apply, and selection is holistic and space-limited.” } }, { “@type”: “Question”, “name”: “Does Honors add time or extra credits?”, “acceptedAnswer”: { “@type”: “Answer”, “text”: “No. Honors seminars meet degree requirements, which helps students stay on track to graduate in four years.” } } ] } ] }
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