Graduate Admissions

Transform Your Future with a UM Graduate Degree

Pursue greatness at the University of Michigan-Flint. As a top-ranked public university, UM-Flint cultivates an innovative graduate education that challenges you, spurring intellectual curiosity, robust skill acquisition, and professional growth. 

Start your application today to learn from our renowned faculty, receive personalized mentorship, and earn a valuable UM degree! 

Learn about the essential graduate admissions information you need to become a student at UM-Flint, including admission requirements, events, important dates and deadlines, and much more.

Discover Graduate Programs at UM-Flint

Explore UM-Flint’s vast offerings of master’s degrees, doctoral programs, and graduate certificates to find a degree that suits your interests and learn more about program-specific admissions requirements.

Graduate Admission Deadlines

We recommend confirming admission deadlines with your selected graduate program to ensure you submit all application materials on time. 

Review UM-Flint’s academic calendar.

General Admission

Whether you are pursuing a graduate education to advance your career or imagine a new future for yourself, UM-Flint’s graduate programs help make your dreams a reality. 

Each graduate degree program has its own admissions policies and procedures and required application materials. Before applying, review the admission requirements for your chosen program and follow the application process accordingly. 

Please note: Since UM-Flint’s graduate programs all have unique admissions requirements, policies, and procedures, we may require additional application materials. Be sure to review your program’s admission requirements.

International Students

At UM-Flint, we pride ourselves on building a student body that fosters diversity, collaboration, and the exchange of ideas, and our international students are an essential part of that mission. Become a part of a community that supports your personal and professional growth. 

Learn more about admission requirements for international students.

Guest Students

UM-Flint welcomes guest students from other Michigan colleges and universities to experience a UM education and enroll in graduate courses that easily transfer back to their home institution.

Find out more about becoming a guest student at UM-Flint.

Readmission Students

Everyone’s journey to earning their graduate degree is one-of-a-kind. No matter what the reason for stepping away may be, we’re here to help students get back on track and complete their graduate education.

Review our readmissions process and requirements.

Undergraduates Taking Graduate Courses

Select undergraduate students may seek approval to enroll in graduate courses to challenge themselves and fulfill undergraduate degree requirements. 

Learn more about who qualifies for advanced courses and how to secure approval.

Lifelong Learning Students

Learning does not end with the completion of a degree. UM-Flint’s Lifelong Learning status gives individuals who do not wish to pursue formal education the opportunity to continue their personal development and discovery.

Discover how to become a Graduate Lifelong Learning student.

Financing Your Graduate Education

Don’t let finances keep you from pursuing your degree. The University of Michigan-Flint works hard to provide competitive tuition rates, generous financial aid offerings, and valuable resources to make your graduate education affordable.

The Office of Financial Aid staff is committed to your success and ready to connect you with scholarship opportunities and available fellowships and research assistantships and to answer any questions you have along the way.

Join Us for Online or In-Person Admissions Events

UM-Flint regularly hosts webinars, information sessions, open houses, and various other virtual and in-person events to connect prospective students with faculty members, staff, and future classmates. Learn about graduate student experiences, program specifics, research opportunities, admissions processes, and more!

Explore upcoming graduate events at UM-Flint.

Connect with UM-Flint’s Graduate Admissions Advisor  

Have questions about applying to UM-Flint’s graduate school? The Office of Graduate Programs has a team of staff advisors eager to support you throughout your application process. 

For more information, reach out to the Office of Graduate Programs.