GPA for University of Michigan admissions?

Hi guys! I'm really interested in the University of Michigan and I wanted to know what GPA they typically look for during admissions. Any tips or insights would be super helpful! Thank you!

Hi there! The University of Michigan is a competitive school, and it's great that you're interested in applying! The average high school GPA of admitted students is usually around 3.9 on an unweighted 4.0 scale. However, there is a range of GPAs for accepted students, so don't assume that you must have a 3.9 to get in.

It's essential to consider that admissions at UM are holistic, so your GPA is just one factor among many that the admissions committee will weigh, including your SAT or ACT scores (if submitted), extracurricular activities, essays, and recommendations. If your GPA is slightly lower than the average but you have an impressive set of extracurriculars, strong essays, and great test scores, you could still have a good shot at getting in.

It's also worth noting that UM values rigorous coursework. A slightly lower GPA earned while taking numerous AP, IB, or Honors courses can sometimes impress more than a perfect 4.0 earned in only standard-level classes.

If you're looking for tips on how to strengthen your overall application to UM, check out this blog post from CollegeVine, which breaks down how to tackle their school-specific supplemental essays: https://blog.collegevine.com/how-to-write-the-university-of-michigan-essays/. Within a competitive applicant pool like UM's, many students have strong academic credentials, and the essays can be a great opportunity to showcase what else you have to offer their campus community.

Best of luck in the admissions process!