Scholarships
University of Michigan
Ann Arbor, MI
- Public
- Founded 1817
- 14.0% international
Scholarship and financial aid options for international students at University of Michigan — covering institutional grants, merit awards, and external funding sources. Specific dollar amounts are published directly on University of Michigan's admissions site.
Institutional aid at University of Michigan
We do not yet have published international-specific scholarship amounts for University of Michigan in our dataset. Scholarship eligibility and award sizes change year to year — visit University of Michigan's official financial aid page for the most accurate, up-to-date figures.
Need-blind vs. need-aware admissions
A small number of highly selective U.S. universities practice need-blind admissions for international applicants — meaning financial need plays no role in whether you are admitted. The majority are need-aware: financial need may be considered, and the institution's own aid budget constrains how many full-need international students it can support in a given year.
External scholarship options
Government-sponsored and foundation scholarships provide funding independent of what University of Michigan offers directly. Common programs include:
- Fulbright Program — U.S. government-funded exchange for graduate study
- Chevening Scholarships — UK government awards for future leaders
- DAAD — German academic exchange scholarships for all nationalities
- MEXT — Japanese government scholarships for study abroad
- Home-country government scholarships — many countries fund study at foreign universities
Frequently asked
- Does University of Michigan offer need-blind admissions to international students?
- Most U.S. universities practice need-aware admissions for international applicants, meaning financial need may factor into the admission decision. A small number of elite schools are need-blind for all applicants. Check University of Michigan's admissions page for its current policy.
- What types of scholarships does University of Michigan offer to non-US citizens?
- International students may be eligible for merit-based scholarships, departmental fellowships, or university-wide awards. Need-based institutional aid varies widely — some schools meet 100% of demonstrated need for international admits, others offer none. Contact University of Michigan's financial aid office for specific programs.
- Can international students at University of Michigan apply for external scholarships?
- Yes. Many government-sponsored scholarships (e.g., Fulbright, Chevening, DAAD, MEXT) are available to international students at U.S. universities regardless of the university's own aid policies. These are typically applied for before or alongside your university application.
- How do I apply for financial aid at University of Michigan as an international student?
- Most universities require a separate financial aid application (often the CSS Profile or an institutional form) submitted alongside your admission application. Deadlines are strict — check University of Michigan's financial aid calendar early.