UM-Dearborn Non-Resident & International Merit Scholarships 2026 | Up to $50,000 Undergraduate Funding in the USA 

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Summary 

The University of Michigan-Dearborn offers merit-based scholarships for non-resident and international undergraduate students, including first-year and transfer applicants. Awards are mainly GPA-based and can reach $12,500 per year (up to $50,000 total). Some Great Lakes region students may qualify for reduced in-state tuition rates, while others can access differential scholarships to lower tuition costs. Scholarships are automatically assessed during admission and are renewable if GPA and credit requirements are maintained. Applicants must first apply for undergraduate admission and submit academic transcripts.

Scholarship Name

UM-Dearborn Non-Resident (First-Year, Transfer & International) Merit Scholarships

Host / University / Organization

University of Michigan-Dearborn, USA

Level of Study

Undergraduate (Bachelor’s)

Value / Benefits

• GPA 4.00+: $12,500/year (up to $50,000)

• GPA 3.50–3.99: $10,000/year (up to $40,000)

• GPA 3.25–3.49: $7,500/year (up to $30,000)

• GPA 3.00–3.24: $5,000/year (up to $20,000)

• Great Lakes Scholarship: In-state tuition (~$18,000/year value)

• Differential Scholarship: Tuition reduction for eligible students

Eligibility Criteria

• Open to non-resident and international undergraduate students

• Scholarships based on GPA at admission

• Must apply for admission and submit required documents

• Maintain required GPA and credit hours for renewal

Application Deadline

Not separately required — automatic consideration during admission

How to Apply

1. Apply for undergraduate admission

2. Submit transcripts and required materials

3. Scholarship eligibility reviewed automatically upon admission

Additional Notes / Requirements

• Renewable for up to 8 semesters (freshmen) or 6 semesters (transfer)

• Renewal requires:

  • Maintain required GPA (usually 3.0)

  • Complete 24 credits per academic year

• Awards subject to annual tuition adjustments

For more information and application: 

Visit the official website of the UM-Dearborn Non-Resident (First-Year, Transfer & International) Merit Scholarships

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