University of Michigan-Ann Arbor

University of Michigan-Ann Arbor (UM or U of M) is a public institution in Ann Arbor, Michigan. The university was originally in Detroit, where it was founded in 1817 as University of Michigania. In 1837, the university was moved to Ann Arbor on a 40-acre site that is now referred to as Central Campus. The university now owns over 584 major academic and research buildings. The university also partners with businesses and research institutions throughout the state, including partnerships with hospitals. The University of Michigan is the oldest university in Michigan and is widely-regarded as one of the top research universities in the nation.

The University of Michigan School of Nursing offers six CCNE-accredited nursing programs. The undergrad programs include traditional BSN and accelerated BSN programs. The graduate programs include MSN, DNP, PhD, and BSN to PhD programs. While the University of Michigan is a large university, the nursing programs offer small class sizes. Clinical experience is mostly offered through the Clinical Learning Center – a state-of-the-art simulation lab with high-fidelity mannequins. The school also provide clinical placement, allowing students to work with experienced nursing and medical professionals at local healthcare facilities. The MSN programs include eight different specialty tracks, including specializations in acute, primary, or family care.

Updated on: 07 Nov, 2025

Program Length & Format

16 months
Four full-time semesters
Admission cohort begins once annually in the Fall semester
Eight core courses include an in-person clinical component at regional hospitals or healthcare facilities
Four core courses include coursework in the School of Nursing Center for Simulation and Clinical Innovation

Admission Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution or approval of the undergraduate nursing admissions committee
Minimum combined GPA of 2.50 in non-science prerequisite courses
Minimum combined GPA of 2.75 in science prerequisite courses
Minimum grade of C (2.0) in each prerequisite course
Completion of at least four prerequisite courses, including one biology course and one additional science course, prior to application

Prerequisites

Science courses: BIO 135, BIO 167, BIO 168, NSC 207, NSC 233
Option for a higher-level chemistry lecture and lab (excluding CHM 135)
BIO 135, BIO 167, BIO 168, NSC 207 and NSC 233 must be completed no more than 10 years prior to application; if NSC 207 is within 10 years, the 10-year limit for BIO 167 and BIO 168 is waived
Pre-nursing curriculum total requirement: 39 credits; minimum grade C (2.0) required in each course
Student Success in Nursing (1 credit) recommended prior to admission (not required)

Deadlines

Admission occurs once per year for the Fall semester
Applications reviewed on a rolling basis; applications received by posted priority deadlines receive first consideration
Priority application deadlines and exact dates posted on the School of Nursing website

Application

Submit a complete application and official college transcripts
On-campus writing sample required as part of the application
Interview required as part of the application process
Applicants not admitted who wish to be considered in the next pool must submit an updated application

Selection Process

Applications meeting posted priority deadlines given first consideration
Admission contingent on successful completion of all prerequisite courses; admission may be rescinded if prerequisites are not completed

Clinical & Simulation Lab

Clinical placements assigned by the program director in consultation with course faculty
Clinical shifts and clinical locations subject to change based on faculty and agency availability
Simulation activities conducted in the School of Nursing Center for Simulation and Clinical Innovation
Agency-specific requirements for clinical placement may include valid driver’s license, car insurance, fingerprinting, and other site prerequisites
Space for clinical courses and placements is subject to availability and program progression rules

International Students

International bachelor’s degree transcripts must be evaluated by WES (World Education Services) or ECE (Education Credential Evaluators) and indicate a regionally accredited equivalent degree
English proficiency options and minimum scores:
- TOEFL iBT: minimum total score 80 and minimum 20 in each subtopic
- TOEFL Essentials: minimum overall band score 9 and minimum 8 in each subtopic (MyBest scores not accepted)
- IELTS: minimum overall score 6.5 and minimum 6.5 in each subtopic
- MELAB: minimum overall score 80
- ECPE: Certificate of Proficiency

Contacts

School of Nursing physical address: 303 E. Kearsley Street, Flint, MI 48502
Direct inquiries to the designated undergraduate nursing academic advisor (contact details and application instructions available on the School of Nursing website)
Undergraduate Nursing Student Handbook and application deadlines available on the School of Nursing website

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Accreditations

Nursing Programs Accreditations

Nurse Midwifery (MIDWF) - Basic certificate and graduate nurse-midwifery education programs for registered nurses Accredited by Accreditation Commission for Midwifery Education