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Unique Features of Graduate and Undergraduate Offerings

Bachelor’s Degrees

Master’s Degrees

Doctoral Degrees

Proof of English Proficiency

First-year applicants from countries or regions in which English is not the primary language of instruction are required to demonstrate English proficiency in order to be admitted to the UM-Flint.
More information can be found at First-Year International Students.

Undergraduate

Test	Score
ACT	20 (English)
Duolingo	100
ELS	Certificate of Completion (ELS Level 112)
IELTS Academic	6.0 overall band
iTep Academic	Level 3.5 or higher
MET	53
Michigan Language Center	Advanced Star 1
Pearson PTE Academic	46
SAT	SAT Reading: 480
TOEFL	61 (Internet Based) 500 (Paper Based)
TOEFL Essentials	6.5

First-Year students who have attended four years in a U.S. high school with grades of “C”/2.0 or better in all English classes; Must submit official transcripts to verify.
UM-Flint’s TOEFL institution code is 1853
All English proficiency scores can be submitted via iService except Duolingo.
Applicants who are citizens of or who completed their previous education in an English proficiency-exempt country may not be required to submit additional proof of English proficiency.

Graduate

More information can be found on the English Proficiency document.

Scores must be no more than two years old. The minimum acceptable scores are as follows:

TOEFL Internet-based test: 84 (institution code 1853)
TOEFL Essentials: overall score of 8.5
IELTS: 6.5 (Academic Writing not General Training)
Duolingo: 110
Cambridge English B2 First, C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency: 176 (scores should be from within the past five years)
Pearson PTE Academic: overall score of 56
MET: overall score of 52 (B2 level)
ECPE: Certificate of proficiency

Testimonials

Priscilla Mac-Kittah

Graduate student from Ghana

As a Graduate Student at UM-Flint, I truly appreciate the close-knit community and the personalized attention from professors who are dedicated to my success. The campus’s vibrant atmosphere and numerous extracurricular opportunities makes my time in school both enriching and enjoyable.

Amanda Binu

Undergraduate student from India

Being a part of the UM-Flint community has made it possible for me to build my portfolio through campus jobs, grow my leadership skills through the many student organizations on campus, as well as be given the opportunity to develop myself in a personal and professional capacity. The resources that the university offers to support the basic needs of students, transportation and programming needs has offered an advantage to my student life experience in the U.S.

Rifat Al Nur Ananta

Undergraduate student from Bangladesh

The university creates such a welcoming environment that it instantly felt like a second home. The Center for Global Engagement has been a cornerstone of my positive experience here. This inclusivity has made my transition smoother and my experience richer. The professors here are exceptionally supportive and accessible. They offer personalized attention and genuine guidance, which has been incredibly beneficial for my academic progress. My interactions with both faculty and fellow students have been enriching and fulfilling, contributing to a well-rounded educational experience.

Tuition and Fees

More information can be found at Tuition & Fees

* The following cost tables are estimates and are subject to change.

Undergraduate Programs

	Lower Division	Upper Division
Tuition (12 credits per semester; excludes any additional courses related fees)	$27,610	$27,970
Living Expenses	$10,831	$10,831
Health Insurance	$1,992	$1,992
Books and Supplies	$800	$800
Miscellaneous Expenses	$1,000	$1,000
Total Estimated Expenses*	$42,233	$42,593

Graduate Programs

	Upper Division
Tuition (8 credits per semester; excludes any additional course-related fees)	$19,078
Living Expenses	$10,831
Health Insurance	$1,992
Books and Supplies	$800
Miscellaneous Expenses	$1,000
Total Estimated Expenses*	$33,701

Scholarships

CIT Non-Resident Graduate Tuition Scholarship – The Non-Resident Tuition Scholarship covers up to 100% of the difference between the residential and non-residential graduate tuition rates and is renewable in subsequent terms. Students must meet GPA and other criteria listed below to be eligible for the scholarship
Global Graduate Merit Scholarship – A competitive merit-based scholarship available to international graduate students. Recipients must view themselves as cultural ambassadors.
Undergraduate First Year Merit Scholarship

Guidelines

Student should be admitted by may 1st with a minimum recalculated incoming GPA of 3.25 (4.0 scale), scholarship is renewable every semester with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 at UM-Flint.
Scholarships will be applied directly to the student’s tuition account.

Other Financial aid Opportunities

University of Michigan-Flint General Scholarships – UM-Flint is proud to offer many scholarships for students. Majority of the scholarships, students must submit an online application during the application period of Dec.1 through Feb. 15. Graduate scholarships have an extended deadline from March 1 through June 1

It is important to note that application requirements vary by scholarship, so students are encouraged to read all criteria and requirements carefully before submitting any applications.

Housing Information

More information can be found at Housing and Residential
Options available for international students, including on-campus and off-campus housing, costs, and amenities.

On-Campus Housing

Residents in our two halls, First Street and Riverfront.

A top-down view of a two-bedroom apartment. Each bedroom has a bed, desk, and storage, with a central living area featuring a dining table, chairs, a sofa, and a small kitchen.

First Street Residence Hall

First Street Residence Hall is home to all of our first-year students. Students living in First Street and first time in college must have a meal plan.

Double Suites