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<p>It sounds like the Umich GPA is the most important factor in deciding admission.... is this correct? then prob followed by sat/ act scores right?</p>

<p>so how much weight do the put on E.C's... Recs.... Essays????</p>

<p>thnks</p>

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<p>I'd say that for Ross pre-admit applicants, essays and ECs are very important. To all other applicants, I'd say ECs and essays are of secondary important. </p>

<p>And although GPA and curriculum (class seclection and difficulty) are the most important criteria, SAT/ACT scores aren't far behind. You cannot have a 4.0 having taken a bunch of easy classes and get a 23/1100 on the ACT/SAT and expect to get in. Not going to happen.</p>

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<p>Ok... thanks Alexandre</p>

<p>I was thinkn bout that because the difference between a regular class and a AP class at my high school is huge...... lik HUGE......so im glad they will take that into consideration</p>

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<p>Admission requirements:</p>

<pre><code>* Essay(s) required
* SAT Reasoning or ACT with writing Required
* SAT Subject Tests Required for Some
</code></pre>

<p>Very important admission factors:</p>

<pre><code>* Rigor of secondary school record
</code></pre>

<p>Important admission factors:</p>

<pre><code>* Character/Personal Qualities
* Application Essay
* Racial/Ethnic Status
* Recommendations
* Standardized Test Scores
* State Residency
* Talent/Ability
</code></pre>

<p>Considered:</p>

<pre><code>* Alumni Relation
* Class Rank
* Extracurricular Activities
* Geographical Residence
* Volunteer Work
* Work Experience
* Level of Applicant's Interest
</code></pre>

<p>Source: <a href="http://apps.collegeboard.com/search/CollegeDetail.jsp?collegeId=1195&profileId=1%5B/url%5D"&gt;http://apps.collegeboard.com/search/CollegeDetail.jsp?collegeId=1195&profileId=1&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p>

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<ul>
<li>Level of Applicant's Interest --- how do they determine that---

<ul>
<li>SAT Subject Tests Required for Some --- which ones---</li>
</ul></li>
</ul>

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<p>None for LSA. Level of interest can be measured by the applicant visiting, going to local info sessions, joining the mailing list, etc.</p>

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<p>SAT IIs are only required for homeschooled people and that sort of thing.</p>

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<p>Level of interest can also be determined by time of application. Interested applicants know that their chances are optimal early in the process and generally apply well before November. Finally, I think the tone of one's essays and application neatness also show the level if interest one has for the institution.</p>

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<p>hmmm good point alexandre.....</p>

<p>The more I learn bout Michigan the more I like...... i think the harders part will be adapting to the weather.....</p>

<p>I live in a city where the average temp is about 93 degrees
and ure lucky to see the 50s in the winter.... and even the 60s is rarity</p>

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<p>Let me tell you, Arizona is nippy compared to the place I grew up (the UAE) and I managed just fine at Michigan. The cold is overstated. It really isn't that bad once you get the requisite items of clothing (something warm to cover the head and ears, a good down coat and thick, waterproof boots.</p>

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<p>hey........ lets not call Arizona nippy.... lol..... all i want is to be able to wear my new michigan sweatshirt during the winter..... is that to much to ask?</p>