Incoming First-Year Student
Maize and Blue through and through.
By applying to the University of Michigan-Dearborn, you are making a commitment to work hard and care deeply about yourself, your future and your community.
You’re taking the first step toward becoming a Difference Maker and a leader in metro Detroit and beyond. The skills you learn here—through intensive coursework, campus involvement and hands-on experiences tackling real issues and helping people across the world—will help you develop as a person, a professional and a socially responsible citizen.
Learn about UM-Dearborn, the application process, how to pay for college, and steps to take as an admitted student. The rest of your life starts now. Apply today.
Planning for College
Discover why UM-Dearborn is right for you. Explore our campus and programs, learn about our extraordinary community and plan your visit to experience the Dearborn Difference firsthand.
Admitted Students
Congratulations on becoming a Wolverine! Explore the links and resources below to navigate your next steps.
UM-Dearborn Difference Maker
Our students are improving the lives of others and making an impact in the community. Meet more Difference Makers.
I was already goal-driven and ambitious, but the skills I have acquired through the military enhanced my patience and made me be more thorough in tasks that I complete. It’s even taught me a lot about diversity and inclusion.