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University of Michigan

Ann Arbor·university
Popular with NepalisScholarship available

#23

QS Rank

23%

Acceptance rate

$50,000

Tuition/yr

71,618

Enrollment

About University of Michigan

The University of Michigan is a top-tier public research institution consistently ranked among the best universities globally. Located in Ann Arbor, Michigan hosts excellent engineering, business (Ross School of Business), and medical programs. The university emphasizes research excellence with world-class faculty and state-of-the-art facilities. Michigan's strong alumni network, vibrant campus culture, and extensive internship opportunities make it a prime choice for students aiming for careers in tech, finance, healthcare, and engineering. International students benefit from comprehensive support services and a diverse student body.

World University Rankings

QS World University Rankings (2026)#23
Times Higher Education (THE) (2025)#25
ARWU / Shanghai Rankings (2024)#20
US News Best Global Universities (2025)#23

Campus & Location

Province

MI

Campus setting

Suburban

Cost of living: Housing: USD 1,000–1,700/mo | Food: USD 380–600/mo | University city; moderate cost with access to Michigan automotive and tech employers.

Optional Practical Training (OPT)

All graduates from CRICOS-registered programs qualify for 12-month Optional Practical Training (OPT). STEM-designated programs (CS, Engineering, Data Science, Mathematics, Sciences) qualify for a 24-month STEM OPT extension — 36 months total of US work authorisation.

Programs(3)

Master of Applied Data Science

School of Information

Data Science & Analytics
Master's~$36k/yr2 yrIELTS 7+GPA 3+fallPGWP

Ross MBA

Ross School of Business

Business & Management
MBA~$67k/yr2 yrIELTS 7+fall

Master of Science — Computer Science & Engineering

College of Engineering

Computer Science & IT
Master's~$26k/yr2 yrIELTS 6.5+GPA 3.3+fallPGWP

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Admission requirements — Nepali equivalents

A rough translation of the published minimums for Nepali applicants:

GPA 3.060%+ in NEB +2, B+ average in Cambridge A-levels, or Second Division in a TU bachelor's degree.
GPA 3.370%+ in NEB +2 or First Division in a TU bachelor's degree.
GPA 3.675%+ in NEB +2 or First Division with Distinction in a TU bachelor's degree.
IELTS 6.5The most common graduate minimum — achievable with 2–3 months of focused preparation. IELTS 7.0+ needed for the most competitive programs.

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Data last verified: 2026-04-29 · Source: https://umich.edu. Information may change — verify with University of Michigan’s official website before applying.