2020-2021 Undergraduate Bulletin > Policies and General Information > General Information > Admissions > Freshman Admission

Freshman Admission

Admission Requirements. If you are a graduate of a high school, academy, or equivalent, you may be admitted provided a prediction of success at CMU can be determined from your high school performance, SAT/ACT scores and all other facts included in the application.

When to Apply. We encourage you to file your application at the beginning of your senior year in high school. If you have completed high school, we encourage you to apply at least six months in advance of your anticipated semester or session.

How to Apply. You may obtain an application form from your high school counselor, the CMU Admissions Office, or apply online at https://apply.cmich.edu.

To apply:

• Complete the application for admission and submit the $35 application fee.
• Your official high school transcripts must be sent directly to the Admissions Office.
• Entering freshmen are required to take the SAT or ACT. Contact your high school counselor for information about the testing procedure. Send the test results to CMU.