Next Steps: Accept your offer and explore your first year

So, you've hit 'submit' on your UM application or you've already received an offer of admission - congratulations! If you're wondering what happens next, we have you covered.

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Congratulations! You've applied to UM!

Step 1: Accept your offer

You will be notified by email when the University has made an official admission decision about your application.

If you have received an admission offer, your letter of offer will be available in your online application portal. Follow the steps in that letter to accept your offer.
Be sure to accept your offer by the deadline provided.
Claim your UMnetID two (2) days after you accept your offer. Then, you can prepare for course registration.

Log into your application portal to check your application status and accept or decline your offer.

Claim an entrance scholarship

Scholarship offers will be emailed to eligible students after an admission decision is made.

Follow the steps in that email to claim your scholarship.

Review criteria for our general entrance scholarships

Request transfer credits for AP or IB results

Your AP (Advanced Placement) and IB (International Baccalaureate) coursework may be eligible for university transfer credit.

Students are encouraged to submit their request as early as possible to facilitate the transfer credit process and registration of university classes.

Access the Request for University Credit form

Step 2: Plan your first year courses

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First year planning

Explore your course options and learn more about course registration.

Step 3: Explore first year resources

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Prepare for university

Discover the resources available to you and prepare for success in your first year.

Step 4: Attend UM Orientation

UM Commons

To help you get ready, thrive, and excel. From the time you join UM until Welcome Day, we will help you prepare for the academic journey ahead. Learn about the campus community, build your skills, meet other students, and develop strategies for success.

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Explore our campus

Starting university is an exciting time! You can participate in a number of orientation activities to give yourself a good overview of campus life. Check out as many as you can to help you succeed in your first year.