University of Michigan, Ann Arbor GRE requirements (2026)
GRE policy varies widely by program: Rackham doctoral programs no longer include the GRE, many engineering departments have made it optional or do not consider it, and some master's programs still require it.
About University of Michigan, Ann Arbor
The University of Michigan is a major public research university founded in 1817 and based in Ann Arbor. It enrolls roughly 50,000 students across schools spanning engineering, business, medicine, law, and the liberal arts.
QS World University Ranking 2026: #45
GRE requirement by program
University of Michigan, Ann Arbor sets its GRE policy by program, so there is rarely a single university-wide answer. Below is each program we have checked, with its status, a link to the program's own admissions page, and the date we last confirmed it.
| Program | Status | Official source | Last checked |
|---|---|---|---|
Rackham Graduate School (most programs) PhD and masters | Varies by program GRE general test scores are no longer included in the admissions process for Rackham's doctoral programs, but some master's degree programs do require GRE scores, with each setting its own policy. | rackham.umich.edu | Jun 2026 |
College of Engineering (general) MS, MSE, and PhD | Varies by program The college states the GRE may be required for some master's and PhD programs, with no college-wide minimum and individual departments setting their own policies. | engin.umich.edu | Jun 2026 |
Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) PhD and masters | Not accepted The CSE department states that GRE scores are not considered in the admissions review of PhD or Master's applications. | cse.engin.umich.edu | Jun 2026 |
Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) PhD and masters | Varies by program The GRE is no longer included for the PhD program; for master's applicants it is not required for those with a US undergraduate degree but is required for applicants with a non-US undergraduate degree. | ece.engin.umich.edu | Jun 2026 |
Ross School of Business (Full-Time MBA) MBA | Optional Ross accepts the GMAT, GRE, or Executive Assessment, but in lieu of a test score qualified candidates may instead submit a Statement of Quantitative Academic Readiness. | michiganross.umich.edu | Jun 2026 |
Each status was read from the program's own admissions page (last checked 12 06 2026). Policies change between cycles; always confirm on the linked official page before you apply.
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Should you submit a GRE score?
Where University of Michigan, Ann Arbor marks a program Optional, a score comfortably above the program's admitted-student median can strengthen a borderline application, especially for funded or international applicants. Below that median, your effort is usually better spent on the required parts of the file. Where a program is Not accepted, do not send a score, it will not be reviewed.
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