What Documents to Submit Through the Online Application
What Documents to Submit Electronically Through the Online Application
Submit the online application early. Preferably 2-3 weeks before the graduate program’s deadline date. Early submission may help you avoid unnecessary delays.
Transcripts
Acceptable transcript/academic records:
- A Bachelor’s, Master’s, Professional, and Doctorate degree
- A University of Michigan transcript
- Provide the following only if requested by the graduate program: community or junior college, non-degree, or study abroad transcript.
Do not scan or upload into the online application:
- Academic records printed from your schools website
- An evaluation provided by a credential service, for example, Educational Credentials Evaluators (ECE) or World Education Services (WES)
For additional information regarding transcripts read our article on Transcript Requirements.
Academic Statement of Purpose
The Statement of Purpose should be a concise, well-written statement about your academic and research background, your career goals, and how Michigan’s graduate program will help you meet your career and educational objectives.
Note
Some graduate program’s have Statements of Purpose that should be submitted in place of this one. Please consult with the graduate program for specific details.
Personal Statement (500 word limit)
How have your background and life experiences, including cultural, geographical, financial, educational or other opportunities or challenges, motivated your decision to pursue a graduate degree at the University of Michigan?
For example, if you grew up in a community where educational, cultural, or other opportunities were either especially plentiful or especially lacking, you might discuss the impact this had on your development and interests. This should be a discussion of the journey that has led to your decision to seek a graduate degree.
Please do not repeat your Academic Statement of Purpose.
Who Will Read the Academic Statement or Purpose and Personal Statements?
All the parts of your application, including this statement, will be read by members of the Admissions Committee in the graduate program. The Admissions Committee always includes program faculty, but some committees also include program staff and advanced graduate students.
Curriculum Vitae/Resume (4 page limit)
Please upload your curriculum vitae or resume that describes your education, work experience, research and teaching experience, professional affiliations, volunteer activity and community engagement, honors and awards.
Admissions Conduct Code
The Admissions Conduct Code is part of the online application process. You will be prompted to provide the necessary information and your response will be submitted electronically. There is no need to follow-up with paper copies.
Letters of Recommendation
Recommendations can be submitted online, by mail or, for U-M students/U-M Alumni through the U-M Reference Letter Service (RLS).
- For online and mail instructions click here.
- For U-M Reference Letter Service (RLS) instructions click here.
Note
All credentials submitted for admission consideration become the property of the University of Michigan and will not be returned in original or copy form.
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