Paying for College
Value of a University of Michigan-Dearborn Degree
UM-Dearborn is a place for success, and we work hard to make our education accessible and affordable. College is an investment in your future, and we recognize the importance of choosing a university that offers you a return on that investment. UM-Dearborn is committed to providing you access to a top-quality education at a great value that will offer you a career path full of opportunities. We are proud that our graduates are not only meeting their career goals, but doing so with lower debt, putting them in a better position upon graduation!
Tuition and Fee Estimates
Resident Cost Breakdown
| Tuition & Fees*: | $14,320 |
|---|---|
| Books & Supplies: | $1,300 |
| Total Undergraduate Cost: | $15,620 |
* Based on 2022-2023 actual lower division undergraduate actual costs, full time enrollment (15 credit hours, two semesters). Fees include required tuition and registration fees. The tuition and registration fee is subject to change by the University of Michigan Board of Regents and will vary with each student.
Non-Michigan Resident Cost Breakdown
| Tuition & Fees*: | $29,584 |
|---|---|
| Books & Supplies: | $1,300 |
| Total Undergraduate Cost: | $30,884 |
* Based on 2022-2023 actual lower division undergraduate actual costs, full time enrollment (15 credit hours, two semesters). Fees include required tuition and registration fees. The tuition and registration fee is subject to change by the University of Michigan Board of Regents and will vary with each student.
Financial Aid
88% of incoming students receive some form of financial aid to help them enroll in and graduate from college.
Financial Aid is any source of funds available to help you pay for college. Whether you’re an incoming or a current student, the Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships is here to help you discover ways to pay for college through federal, state, university, and private sources. OFAS maintains multiple financial aid resources that are used to help pay for tuition, books, and other cost of living expenses.
File the FAFSA and Get Help Paying for School
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is your key to need-based financial aid like scholarships, grants, work-study, and loans. It's money from the government and University of Michigan-Dearborn to help you pay for college.
Below provides a timeline.
Complete the Net Price Calculator to get an early estimate.
- Explore here to review our tuition free Go Blue Guarantee program and typical tuition support offered to all Michigan families beyond the Go Blue Guarantee.
- Explore how financial aid works and options to pay for college.
*This timeline is reflective of an undergraduate starting in the Fall semester.
Determine what financial assistance you qualify for.
- File the FAFSA (as early as October 1 of your senior year)
- Use School Code: 002326 to send the FAFSA to UM-Dearborn
- Priority filing by December 1st, but estimates will be provided through June 1. Financial aid is awarded on a first-come, first-served basis. Everyone is encouraged to file the FAFSA since most Wolverines receive at least one type of need-based financial aid after filing their FAFSA.
We encourage all students and families to file the FAFSA as our commitment to making our education affordable ensures funding is based on a families ability to pay.
Admitted students with a FAFSA on file will receive an email to view their personalized digital cost and aid summary, starting in mid-December, with rolling offers weekly through June. This digital offer is designed to assist you in comparing costs, as we know the financial commitment you make is a critical part of any college decision.
Compare Offers: Families are encouraged to figure out their Net Price (or net cost) as they weigh their college options.
Summer: Official Costs and Aid Packages
University of Michigan-Dearborn official rates are announced by early July. All deposited and enrolling students will receive their bill and official aid package. At this time and provided guidance on next steps to officially receive financial aid and/or sign up for our installment plan in support of meeting your educational costs to attend University of Michigan-Dearborn!
Types of Financial Aid
Scholarships
Grants
Loans
Additional Types of Financial Aid
Return on Your Investment at UM-Dearborn
The earning power of a University of Michigan degree is continuously proven true by our esteemed alumni. When comparing faculty, quality of education, programs, student life, scholarships, and financial aid, the MICHIGAN degree offers a significant return on investment.
Median 10-year earnings, among 15 Michigan public universities
According to the Georgetown University Analysis
Average annual costs among 15 public Michigan universities
According to the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard
Amount of student loan debt after graduation among 15 Michigan public universities.
Source: Project on Student Debt, an initiative of the Institute for College Access
See How We Compare
Learn about the advantages of earning a Michigan degree at UM-Dearborn!
With our metropolitan connections, we are a great destination for developing the knowledge, skills, and experience necessary for a bright future. See how we compare among the other 14 public Michigan Universities below.
| University | GPA Average | In-State Tuition* |
|---|---|---|
| UM-Ann Arbor | 3.9 | $16,404 |
| Michigan Tech | 3.8 | $17,296 |
| Michigan State | 3.7 | $15,436 |
| UM-Dearborn | 3.7 | $14,320 |
| Central Michigan | 3.5 | $13,200 |
| Western Michigan | 3.5 | $13,850 |
| Grand Valley State | 3.6 | $13,952 |
| Oakland | 3.5 | $14,476 |
| Wayne State | 3.4 | $14,464 |
| UM-Flint | 3.5 | $13,008 |
| Saginaw Valley State | 3.5 | $10,800 |
| Northern Michigan | 3.3 | $12,648 |
| Eastern Michigan | 3.4 | $14,555 |
| Lake Superior State | 3.2 | $13,440 |
| Ferris State | 3.3 | $13,076 |
*In-State Tuition based on 2022-2023 Guide To Admissions: Michigan's Public Universities, Promoting the Publics (promotingthepublics.com).