The College of Literature, Science, and the Arts and several professional schools and colleges of the University of Michigan have developed a program for a limited number of highly qualified entering first-year students that guarantees admission to specific professional programs.
http://www.admissions.umich.edu/prospective/prospectivefreshmen/choosing.html
Preferred Admission Program Admission to one of five U-M professional (third-year) or graduate schools or colleges is guaranteed to a limited number of highly-qualified freshman students who maintain a specified level of academic achievement during their undergraduate years. The purpose is to encourage greater freedom and diversity of course selection, and to prevent students from feeling pressured to take a narrowly structured pre-professional undergraduate program. Achievement expectations during the pre-professional years are explained in the invitation to the program. Selections are made in early April.
Presently, the participating professional schools and colleges include the College of Architecture and Urban Planning, School of Dentistry, School of Information, College of Pharmacy, and the School of Social Work.
First-year applicants to the College of Literature, Science, and the Arts must indicate their interest in preferred admissions on the Application Form obtained from the Office of Undergraduate Admissions. A letter stating your reasons for desiring admission to the program must accompany the application. Transfer students to the University are not eligible for preferred admissions.
Admission to the Program
Once admitted to the College of Literature, Science, and the Arts, students will be considered for a specific preferred admissions program in Architecture, Dentistry, Information, Pharmacy, and Social Work on the basis of (1) academic qualifications, and (2) preferred admissions option as indicated on the application for admission. The professional school will send qualified students information regarding the program and any additional requirements.
Consideration for a preferred admissions program will not affect the admissions decision, either positively or negatively, to the College of Literature, Science, and the Arts or regular admission to the professional program at a later date.
The preferred admissions programs currently in effect are described below:
Architecture
Program
A. Alfred Taubman College of Architecture and Urban Planning
The University of Michigan
2000 Bonisteel Boulevard
Ann Arbor, MI 48109-2069
Phone: 734.764.1649
Fax: 734.763.2322
E-mail: arch.admissions@umich.edu
Web: http://www.tcaup.umich.edu/admissions/
The College of Literature, Science and the Arts and Taubman College of Architecture and Urban Planning have developed a program directed toward a limited number of highly-qualified entering freshmen who are interested in transferring to the Architecture Program during their junior year to obtain the Bachelor of Science degree. Candidates for preferred admission must have (1) a high school GPA of at least 3.5 (University of Michigan calculated) and (2) a total SAT I of 1300 or ACT composite of 29.
The architecture program is a six-year program: two years pre-professional; two years undergraduate architecture, leading to a non-professional B.S. degree; and two years graduate architecture, leading to the professional Master of Architecture degree.
Students accepted for the preferred admissions program are guaranteed admission to Year 3 of the Architecture Program, provided they maintain an overall GPA of 3.0 during their freshman and sophomore years and complete the program requirements specified for Years 1 and 2 (a minimum of 60 credit hours), including studio art, English, mathematics and physics.
During the sophomore year students must submit a cross-campus application, goals statement, and all required credentials for admission to the architecture program in the fall term of the junior year. Students are strongly advised to include a portfolio of their graphic work.
Participation in the preferred admissions program does not guarantee acceptance to Year 5.
Freshman applicants to the College of Literature, Science and the Arts should indicate their interest in preferred admission on the application form obtained from the Office of Undergraduate Admissions. Transfer students to the University are not eligible for preferred admissions.
ARCHITECTURE PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS: YEARS 1 AND 2
A student must complete a minimum of 60 credit hours in Year 1 and 2 including the following courses.
PRE-ARCHITECTURE/ART
Two studio courses (6 credit hours) in basic drawing and design. Students without technical drawing experience should elect one course that includes orthographic, axonometric and perspective drawing. Appropriate architecture courses include ARCH 201, ARCH 202, ARCH 218, as well as ARTDES 115 and ARTDES 116 within the School of Art & Design.
ENGLISH
One course (4 credit hours) in English composition. ENGLISH 124 or 125.
MATHEMATICS
One course (4 credit hours) in analytic geometry and calculus t functions and graphs, limits, derivatives, differentiation of algebraic and trigonometric functions, integration and the definite integral. MATH 115.
PHYSICS
Two terms of physics, lecture plus lab, (8 credit hours minimum) t laws of motion, force, energy and power, gas laws, heat, wave motion, sound, electricity and magnetism, light and optics. PHYSICS 125/127 and 126/128, or PHYSICS 140/141 and 240/241.
In addition to the courses required for admission to Year 3, a student must complete the following liberal arts distribution requirements in order to receive the B.S. degree. Each student is strongly encouraged to complete as much of this work as possible in Years 1 and 2. Classification of a course as Humanities, Natural Science or Social Science is consistent with LS&A policy, except that foreign language courses are considered as humanities and mathematics courses are considered as natural science.
COMPUTER SCIENCE
One course (3 credit hours) in computer programming, or computer-aided design or drafting. UM computer courses include ARCH 411, ARCH 431, EECS 181, EECS 183,and ENGIN 101.
HUMANITIES
Two courses (6 credit hours) selected from archaeology, English, foreign language, history of art, linguistics, musicology, philosophy, religion or speech.
NATURAL SCIENCES
One course (3 credit hours) selected from anthropology, astronomy, biology, chemistry, ecology, geography, geology, mathematics (beyond MATH 115), or physiology. Students who have not taken a chemistry course in high school must elect chemistry.
SOCIAL SCIENCES
Two courses (6 credit hours) selected from anthropology, communication, economics, geography, history, linguistics, political science, psychology or sociology.
Courses taken to satisfy junior year admissions and Bachelor of Science degree requirements may not be taken pass/fail.
Beyond the course and distribution requirements specified above, a student may take other courses as open electives to earn a total of at least 60 credit hours. Since the emphasis in Years 1 and 2 is on liberal arts, not more than 7 credits in non-academic or technical areas can be applied toward the 60 credit hour requirement.
UNDERGRADUATE PRE-ARCHITECTURE COURSES
A series of courses is offered at the undergraduate level at the University of Michigan designed specifically for students considering entering the Architecture Program their junior year. ARCH 212 provides a general view and understanding of the profession and discipline of architecture. This course examines visual, cultural, historical and philosophical aspects of the man-made environment. Studio courses ARCH 201, ARCH 202 and ARCH 218 provide students with drawing and visual design skills primarily used in architecture and related fields. These three courses can also be taken to complete the Pre-Architecture/Art requirement for Year 3 admission.
http://www.tcaup.umich.edu/acadpgm/arch/archbsci_yr12.html#fpa
Preferred Admissions in Dentistry admits a limited number of students each year. Students with a 3.4 high school GPA and a minimum total SAT score of 1100 or ACT composite score of 27 are strongly considered. Minority students are encouraged to apply for the program. A letter stating reasons for desiring admission to the program should accompany the application.
During the first three years of undergraduate study admitted students will take prerequisite courses (two each) in English, biology, general chemistry, organic chemistry, and physics. Other than the required courses stated above, students will be encouraged to exercise freedom and diversity in course selection and choice of major area of study. A "B" average overall in the undergraduate courses should be maintained.
At the end of the third year, students will formally apply for the D.D.S. program and submit scores of the Dental Admission Test. Although the Dental Admission Test is required, it will not determine admission.
The dental school will provide advising services throughout the undergraduate program. In addition, experiences will be arranged to acquaint students with dental practice, the development of psychomotor skills, and the ethical and social responsibilities of the dental profession.
The School of Information (SI) admits a limited number of students each year to the preferred admissions program leading to admission to its graduate program. SI offers a Master of Science in Information (MSI) with specialization options in Archives and Records Management; Human-Computer Interaction; Information Economics, Management and Policy and Library and Information Services. SI also offers a "self-tailored" MSI degree without a particular specialization. See the SI Web site at http://www.si.umich.edu for more information on degree specializations. Students with a high school GPA of 3.5 and minimum total SAT of 1200 or ACT composite of 29 may be considered.
Undergraduates should embark upon a diversified curriculum giving background in the humanities, social sciences, and the natural sciences. While there are no required courses for admission to the School at this time, course work in mathematics, computers, economics, and statistics is very helpful. As with any student, a "B" average in both the major field of study and in other undergraduate work must be maintained. During the senior year the Graduate Record Exam (GRE) should be taken and a formal application to the School made.
The College of Pharmacy cooperates with the College of Literature, Science, and the Arts (LS&A) in a program to guarantee admission to the Pharm.D. program to a limited number of highly qualified entering freshmen. Since many students feel compelled to take a narrowly structured pre-pharmacy program to enhance their qualifications for the Pharm.D. program, the preferred admission program gives already qualified students the freedom to choose more diverse courses during their pre-pharmacy study.
Students admitted to the College of LS&A will be considered for the preferred admission program in pharmacy based on their academic qualifications and their desire, expressed on their application to the College of LS&A, to enter the field of pharmacy. The College of Pharmacy Admissions Committee will select students for the program in mid-March and notify them by April 1.
Students must submit their regular University admission application by the deadline specified by the Admissions Office to be considered for this program (contact the Admissions Office directly for the date). Failure to be selected for the preferred admission program does not jeopardize a student's admission to the College of LS&A or the opportunity to apply for regular admission to the Pharm.D. program later.
The College of Pharmacy admits up to 15 students each year to the preferred admission Pharm.D. program. Students are considered competitive for the program if they score 29 or better on the ACT or 1280 or better on the SAT and maintain a 3.5 grade point average as calculated by The University of Michigan. They also must have completed at least three years of laboratory science (biology, chemistry, and physics) and four years of college preparatory mathematics, all with grades of B or better.
Once admitted to the preferred admission program, students must complete all prerequisite courses and maintain a B average in all pre-pharmacy course work. They must confirm their intention to enter the Pharm.D. program by submitting a cross-campus application and required credentials by the equal consideration deadline (February 1) for the fall term when they wish to transfer to the College of Pharmacy.
While enrolled in the College of LS&A, students in the preferred admission program must use the counseling and academic advising services of the College of Pharmacy.
http://www.umich.edu/~pharmacy/prospective/admissions/preferredadmin.html
The University of Michigan (UM) has long been noted for the excellence of its professional schools, including the School of Social Work. The standing of the School was reaffirmed in a survey conducted by U.S. News & World Report magazine, which ranked our program first in the nation.
Acknowledged excellence in our field dates back to 1921, when concerned leaders in Detroit asked the University's regents to prepare students to respond to the social welfare concerns of the era. Since that time the program has grown dramatically, developing a fully accredited master's degree, dual master's degrees, specialist certificates, and an interdisciplinary doctoral degree. Post-doctoral training, continuing education, and social research programs are just a few of the other innovations introduced over the years. These innovations have drawn thousands of students to Ann Arbor; our alumni – now totaling 11,000 – are respected in the field and ready to help you succeed, too.
The School of Social Work will admit a limited number of students each year to the Preferred Admissions Program leading to a Master of Social Work (MSW). Applicants with at least a 3.5 high school grade point average and a minimum SAT of 1200 or ACT composite of 29 may be considered for admission to the program.
Preferred Admission Program students must maintain a "B" average in undergraduate course work and elect a minimum of 20 credits in social science courses (anthropology, economics, history, political science, psychology, sociology) as well as course content dealing with the biological determinants of behavior. Such course content may be covered in psychology, biology, human sexuality, human development and/or anthropology courses.
In the senior year students may elect graduate (500 level) courses in the School of Social Work. If these courses are used for the undergraduate degree and a "B" is obtained these courses may be used as exemptions for the required courses toward the Master of Social Work degree (this does not reduce the 60 credit hour degree requirement). If these courses are not applied toward an undergraduate degree, they may be transferred to the School of Social Work. Students enrolled in the Preferred Admission Program are encouraged to complete the following undergraduate courses: Intergroup Dialogues (PSYCH 122/SOC 122), Project Outreach (PSYCH 211), Peer Advising Practicum in Psychology (PSYCH 308), Practicum in Sociology (SOC 389) Training in Processes of Intergroup Dialogues (PSYCH 310/ SOC 320), Practicum in Facilitating Intergroup Dialogues (PSYCH 311/ SOC 321), and Discourse and Society (ENGLISH 310). Students are also encouraged to volunteer for local human service programs such as Habitat for Humanity, Ozone House and SOS Community Crisis Center.
A formal MSW program application with all required supporting documents must be submitted by the specified priority deadline (March 1) for the fall term of proposed transfer to the MSW Program as evidence that the criteria agreed upon have been met. During the period of enrollment in LS&A, Social Work advisors will be available to meet with Preferred Admission Program participants. Please call (734) 764-3309 to schedule an appointment.
The development of the School's education and research programs is guided by a team of administrators and faculty members who are noted experts. Among the educators to join our staff in recent years are women and men who have extensively researched environmental risk factors, the mental health of children, multiculturalism, and community empowerment.
Many of the most influential social work textbooks over the past 50 years have been written by faculty at our School, and their curricular innovations have impacted social work education both nationally and internationally. As a student in the School of Social Work, you'll be able to interact directly with these educators, drawing inspiration and insight from their experience.
The University of Michigan prides itself on its commitment to diversity, and the School of Social Work is no exception. But it's not enough to ensure a diverse student body. We believe that diversity should be coupled with an equal opportunity to succeed in every facet of the program. We also value equality of opportunity in our communities. We encourage you to do all you can – while you're a student at Michigan and, later, in your career – to reach out and raise the hopes of the disadvantaged in our society, supporting social and economic justice for all.
A hallmark of our master's degree program is its flexibility. You'll have five curriculum schedules from which to choose. The Advanced Standing Program – available to qualified B.S.W. graduates – enables you to complete your course work in less than a year (three semesters). The 16-Month Schedule can be completed in four consecutive semesters: Fall, Winter, Spring/Summer, and Fall. The 20-Month Schedule, another four semester option, allows for a Spring/Summer break with program completion at the end of the following Winter semester. If you'd like to move at a slightly slower pace, a Fifth Term Option is available. For students who need to transition gradually from employment into academia, we offer an Extended Degree Program. This allows you to earn one-half of your total credit hours on a part-time basis, before you commit to full-time enrollment.
We offer a dual-concentration curriculum that gives you a choice of nine different concentrations. "Dual" means that you'll pick a concentration in both a practice method and a practice area. Practice methods include: Interpersonal Practice, Community Organization, Management of Human Services, and Social Policy and Evaluation. Practice areas include: Health, Mental Health, Children and Youth in Families in Society, Adults and Elderly in Families in Society, and Community and Social Systems.
In all, the School will offer more than 60 different courses during the time you are enrolled here. With 20 possible combinations of study, you're bound to find the one that prepares you for the social work career you desire – clinical therapist, program developer, policy analyst, employee assistance counselor, and dozens more.
Reaching out. Raising hope. For more information on how the University of Michigan School of Social Work can prepare you to meet this challenge, simply fill out and mail or fax the attached reply card. Visit our Web site at www.ssw.umich.edu. Or call the School of Social Work's Office of Student Services at 734-764-3309.
To help you apply your classroom knowledge to the real world, the School of Social Work will work with you to find a suitable practicum assignment. Field placements are available in a variety of settings such as child and family service agencies, hospitals, public schools, community mental health centers, community organizations, or governmental offices in rural, urban, and suburban areas. Or you may choose to do your field work at the University, working in a counseling office or on a research project.
To ensure both depth and breadth, most students complete their practicum requirements at one placement site over the course of three or four terms. Students following the 20-Month Schedule may take advantage of a two-placement option. Field work placements are determined primarily by your dual-concentration choices and educational goals.
The School of Social Work moved into a new, state-of-the-art facility in 1998. In addition to classrooms and faculty offices, the 122,000-square-foot building contains space for research projects, a distance learning facility, a clinical research laboratory, and the largest social work library in the world.
The University's Office of Financial Aid provides financial assistance to qualified applicants in the form of work study awards and federal loans. The School of Social Work resources include scholarship funds, merit awards, and a limited number of agency-paid practicum assignments.
In Ann Arbor, where 40 per cent of the population has four or more years of college and 24,000 people are employees of the University, education is a valued and important part of life. Founded in 1817, the University of Michigan offers a wealth of resources to its students. It has 12 undergraduate schools and colleges offering over 211 areas of study and 169 graduate programs. Twenty-four libraries hold 7-million volumes, 5.6 million titles on microfilm, and 69,165 periodical subscriptions.
Approximately 35,000 students come to Ann Arbor and the University of Michigan for a variety of reasons, including the opportunity to get an excellent education, and after enjoying a taste of life at a university that the Rand Guide has rated as the best campus cultural environment in the United States, many decide to become permanent residents after graduation. That's because Ann Arbor, with a population of more than 110,000, offers the friendliness, character, and security of a small town along with the sophistication and excitement of a cosmopolitan center.
Anyone who has ever watched a Big 10 football game in Michigan Stadium on a sunny October afternoon with approximately 107,000 other screaming UM fans, or thrilled to the sight of the UM hockey team racing up and down the ice and throwing checks in the newly-renovated Yost Arena, knows how exciting sporting events at the University of Michigan can be. Anyone who has ever sat in Hill Auditorium listening to the pure, sweet sounds of opera, or rocked to the beat of a band in Crisler Arena, knows how varied and wide-ranging are the entertainment offerings. Anyone who has shopped for fresh tomatoes at the Farmer's Market in the morning, and then scouted out some finds in the rare and used book stores in the afternoon before heading off to a Middle Eastern, Asian, or European restaurant (including an Irish pub) for a great dinner, knows how diverse are the shopping and restaurant scenes in Ann Arbor.