Estimating Costs

Cost of attendance is based on estimated student budgets that assume full-time attendance for two semesters, fall and winter. This includes:
Tuition and fees are based on full-time enrollment, defined as 12-18 credit hours per term for undergraduate students. Those electing fewer than 12 credit hours are charged on a per-credit-hour basis. Those electing more than 18 hours must pay for additional credits. For financial aid eligibility, full-time for graduate students is defined as 8 credit hours per term (however, for tuition rate purposes, full-time for graduate students is defined as 9 credit hours per term). The undergraduate and graduate rates for the College of Literature, Science, and the Arts are shown below on this page; tuition and fees may be higher or lower, depending on a student's program of study. Current full- and part-time tuition and fees for all U-M Schools and Colleges are available from the Office of the Registrar.
For residency questions, contact the Office of the Registrar. Visit Student Financial Services for information about your U-M account, eBill, installment payment plans, and payment dates. Students with chronic health issues that require hospitalization may consider the university's tuition insurance plan. Visit the Tuition Refund Plan page at the U-M Health Service website.
Costs vary by program, course load, and selected classes. Costs for students in the School of Art and Design, Architecture and Urban Planning, Dental Hygiene, and Business Administration are typically higher than estimates listed on this page. Contact our office for exact figures.
Reduce your costs by comparing prices, buying used books, renting books, or using the university's library and reserve book system.
This category includes other student expenses such as transportation, meals not covered under the standard meal contract, cell phone bills, clothes, personal hygiene, student insurance, and entertainment. This is the most variable part of a student's budget. The financial aid budget allows about $80 per week. Set an allowance, track expenses, and stick to your budget.
Tuition and fees are based on full-time enrollment, defined as 12-18 credit hours per term for undergraduate students. Those electing fewer than 12 credit hours are charged on a per-credit-hour basis. Those electing more than 18 hours must pay for additional credits. For financial aid eligibility, full-time for graduate students is defined as 8 credit hours per term (however, for tuition rate purposes, full-time for graduate students is defined as 9 credit hours per term). The undergraduate and graduate rates for the College of Literature, Science, and the Arts are shown below on this page; tuition and fees may be higher or lower, depending on a student's program of study. Current full- and part-time tuition and fees for all U-M Schools and Colleges are available from the Office of the Registrar.
For residency questions, contact the Office of the Registrar. Visit Student Financial Services for information about your U-M account, eBill, installment payment plans, and payment dates. Students with chronic health issues that require hospitalization may consider the university's tuition insurance plan. Visit the Tuition Refund Plan page at the U-M Health Service website.
Costs vary by program, course load, and selected classes. Costs for students in the School of Art and Design, Architecture and Urban Planning, Dental Hygiene, and Business Administration are typically higher than estimates listed on this page. Contact our office for exact figures.
Reduce your costs by comparing prices, buying used books, renting books, or using the university's library and reserve book system.
This category includes other student expenses such as transportation, meals not covered under the standard meal contract, cell phone bills, clothes, personal hygiene, student insurance, and entertainment. This is the most variable part of a student's budget. The financial aid budget allows about $80 per week. Set an allowance, track expenses, and stick to your budget.
The above estimate assumes full-time attendance for two semesters, fall and winter.
U-M also offers a Net Price Calculator to help estimate costs. You may also visit our Family Profiles page, which offers examples of financial aid packages in several situations.
Estimated budgets reflect Office of Financial Aid research. Enrollment level, number of completed credits, major field of study, and housing options all determine individual costs. Estimated costs should help you plan your own college budget. Actual expenses will depend upon lifestyle and enrollment level.
Michigan Resident (In-State) |
Lower Division (First-Year/Sophomore) |
Upper Division (Junior/Senior) |
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Tuition & Fees*: | $16,736 | $18,836 |
Housing & Meals‡: | $13,170 | $13,170 |
Books & Supplies: | $1,092 | $1,092 |
Personal & Misc: | $2,557 | $2,557 |
Total: | $33,555 | $35,655 |
Nonresidents (Out-of-State) |
Lower Division (First-Year/Sophomore) |
Upper Division (Junior/Senior) |
---|---|---|
Tuition & Fees*: | $55,334 | $59,212 |
Housing & Meals‡: | $13,170 | $13,170 |
Books & Supplies: | $1,092 | $1,092 |
Personal & Misc: | $2,557 | $2,557 |
Total: | $72,153 | $76,031 |
* Tuition and fees listed are based on approved rates for the 2022-2023 academic year. Rates are approved each June by the U-M Board of Regents and estimated budgets are updated at that time. Tuition and fees may be higher or lower depending on a student's program of study; these estimated budgets use information from the College of Literature, Science and the Arts. Current tuition information is available through the Office of the Registrar.
‡ Based on the Standard Meal Plan.
Michigan Resident (In-State) | |
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Tuition & Fees*: | $26,226 |
Housing & Meals‡: | $17,780 |
Books & Supplies: | $1,242 |
Personal & Misc: | $6,850 |
Total: | $52,098 |
Nonresidents (Out-of-State) | |
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Tuition & Fees*: | $52,456 |
Housing & Meals‡: | $17,780 |
Books & Supplies: | $1,242 |
Personal & Misc: | $6,850 |
Total: | $78,328 |
* Tuition and fees listed are based on approved rates for the 2022-2023 academic year. Rates are approved each June by the U-M Board of Regents and estimated budgets are updated at that time. Tuition and fees may be higher or lower depending on a student's program of study; these estimated budgets use information from the College of Literature, Science, and the Arts. Current tuition information is available through the Office of the Registrar.
‡ Based on the Standard Meal Plan.
(May – August)
Michigan Resident (In-State) |
Lower Division (First-Year/Sophomore) |
Upper Division (Junior/Senior) |
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Tuition & Fees*: | $8,368 | $9,418 |
Housing & Meals‡: | $6,585 | $6,585 |
Books & Supplies: | $546 | $546 |
Personal & Misc: | $1,278 | $1,278 |
Total: | $16,777 | $17,827 |
Nonresidents (Out-of-State) |
Lower Division (First-Year/Sophomore) |
Upper Division (Junior/Senior) |
---|---|---|
Tuition & Fees*: | $27,657 | $29,606 |
Housing & Meals‡: | $6,585 | $6,585 |
Books & Supplies: | $546 | $546 |
Personal & Misc: | $1,278 | $1,278 |
Total: | $36,063 | $38,015 |
* Tuition and fees listed are based on approved rates for the 2022-2023 academic year. Rates are approved each June by the U-M Board of Regents and estimated budgets are updated at that time. Tuition and fees may be higher or lower depending on a student's program of study; these estimated budgets use information from the College of Literature, Science, and the Arts. Current tuition information is available through the Office of the Registrar.
‡ Based on the Standard Meal Plan.
Michigan Resident (In-State) | |
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Tuition & Fees*: | $13,113 |
Housing & Meals‡: | $8,890 |
Books & Supplies: | $621 |
Personal & Misc: | $3,452 |
Total: | $26,049 |
Nonresidents (Out-of-State) | |
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Tuition & Fees*: | $26,228 |
Housing & Meals‡: | $8,890 |
Books & Supplies: | $621 |
Personal & Misc: | $3,452 |
Total: | $39,164 |
* Tuition and fees listed are based on approved rates for the 2022-2023 academic year. Rates are approved each June by the U-M Board of Regents and estimated budgets are updated at that time. Tuition and fees may be higher or lower depending on a student's program of study; these estimated budgets use information from the College of Literature, Science and the Arts. Current tuition information is available through the Office of the Registrar.
‡ Based on the Standard Meal Plan.