Non-Degree, Returning & Other

Looking to take a course at UM-Dearborn but not necessarily ready to apply as a freshman or transfer student? Explore these opportunities for high school students, alumni, and other guest students.

Completed non-degree applications will be accepted until midnight the day prior to the start of classes each semester. Dual Enrollment deadlines may be sooner, check specific information below.

• High School Dual Enrollment
  Programs for current high school students to take courses while still in high school.

• Alumni Enrichment
  An opportunity for UM-Dearborn alumni to take courses at a discounted tuition rate on a pass/fail basis in fields unrelated to their major or minor.
• Certificates (Undergraduate)
  For students interested in completing a post-baccalaureate undergraduate certificate.  
• Guest
  An opportunity for a student who attends another college/university to take undergraduate courses at UM-Dearborn and transfer the credit back to their home school.
• Personal Enrichment
  A program for students who have already earned a bachelor's degree and would like to take undergraduate courses for their own interest or as pre-requisites for a graduate program.
• Prospective Degree
  A program for students who have been out of school for a few years and don't meet the requirements for admission as a degree-seeking student.
• Retired Person Studies Program
  A program for retired Michigan residents (age 60 or older).
• Returning Students 
  Information for students who have previously attended UM-Dearborn as a degree-seeking student but did not complete their degree.
• Second Bachelor's Degree
  Information for students who already hold a bachelor's degree and wish to pursue a second.
• Shifting Gears
  Auto Workers from the Metro Detroit area have the opportunity to return or begin a university experience.  UM-Dearborn has developed this web resource to assist in making important decisions about obtaining a degree.
• TAA (Trade Adjustment Assistance)
  • TAA is a federal program that assists U.S. workers who have lost their jobs as a result of foreign trade. The TAA program seeks to provide these trade-affected workers with opportunities to obtain the skills, resources, and support they need to become reemployed.  
  • After being admitted to the University, TAA students need to provide a plan of study after meeting with an academic advisor. Plans of study are submitted along with paperwork from a Michigan Works!  Agency to Enrollment Services/Records & Registration to obtain a cost breakdown of courses.​​
  • State of Michigan TAA Fact Sheet
• Veterans
  For veterans and military members seeking to pursue their education.

Need to make a change to your application?

Once you have submitted your application, should you need to make a change (ex: desired major), please email us at [email protected] rather than submitting a new application.

Want to Check Your Application Status?

Once you have received your admission decision, you can find information on your next steps.

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