University of Michigan (EA)
University of Michigan Early Action (EA) is non-binding — apply by November 1 and receive your decision by late December with no enrollment commitment. You remain free to apply to other schools early or Regular Decision, making EA the flexible option for students still weighing multiple choices.
Key Dates
Application Deadline
November 1, 2025
Decision Notification
December 23, 2025
Decisions released online
Restriction Rule
EA is non-binding. You may simultaneously apply to any other school under any early or regular decision plan. No restrictions apply.
Application Compatibility
What you can and cannot apply to while holding a EA application at University of Michigan (EA):
| Application Type | Allowed? |
|---|---|
| Public university Early Action | ✓ Yes |
| Private university Early Action | ✓ Yes |
| Binding Early Decision (ED) | ✓ Yes |
| International Early Action programs | ✓ Yes |
| Scholarship-required Early Action | ✓ Yes |
Allowed Exceptions
The following application types are explicitly permitted alongside your EA application:
- ✓All other early action programs
- ✓Binding Early Decision programs
- ✓Regular Decision programs
Admission Statistics
Overall Acceptance Rate
17.9%
SAT Range (Mid-50%)
1350–1530
Frequently Asked Questions
Is University of Michigan (EA)'s EA program binding?
No. University of Michigan (EA)'s EA program is non-binding. If admitted, you have until May 1st to make your final enrollment decision, giving you time to compare financial aid offers from Regular Decision schools.
Can I apply to public universities Early Action alongside EA?
Yes. University of Michigan (EA)'s EA policy allows you to submit Early Action applications to public universities. This is a common strategy to secure an early acceptance while awaiting your EA decision.
When will University of Michigan (EA) release EA decisions?
University of Michigan (EA) typically releases EA decisions around December 23, 2025. Decisions are released online through the applicant portal.
Verify your school list
Make sure your other early applications are compatible with your University of Michigan (EA) EA application.
Open the SCEA Compatibility Checker