Frequently asked questions and procedural instructions for newly admitted students to assist them with the next steps in the admission process.
You should have received an email with instruction on how to create your UM uniqname. This uniqname will become your University’s email address. All official correspondences from us will be sent to your University’s email address. Make sure to check it throughout the summer.
If you haven’t received an email to set-up your uniqname, go to http://www.itcs.umich.edu/accounts/uniqname-processes/
Check out your incoming class Facebook page to talk with other incoming students about housing, potential roommates, courses, etc.
Click this link to request to join.
Follow the department on our social media channels:
We recommend that you secure housing prior to arriving on campus. A good starting place is:
University housing
Off Campus housing
International Center Housing Guide
North Campus Housing List (Maintained by the College of Engineering)
Click here for information regarding necessary health and immunizations record requirements.
This is required for Domestic students only. Complete the Free Application for Federal Financial Aid (FAFSA) in order to qualify for your fellowship if you have not done so already.
Here is the link to the FAFSA: http://www.fafsa.ed.gov/. The University of Michigan’s Federal School Code 00232.
International students are not required to complete the FAFSA.
New student course registration begins June 3.
These pages contain information on degree requirements and how academic advising works in our department, as well as course selection recommendations.
New student course registration begins June 1.
Make sure to read your emails from the International Center. They provide a lot of information to assist new students with the transition to the University.
Here’s their Pre-Arrival Guide.
Learn the Bus system. It will make getting aroudn campus a lot easier. Click here for more information.
Obtain an MCard
This is your official University of Michigan identification card. Bring a photo ID to verify who you are.
Go to:
- On North Campus, Pierpont Commons, Room B430
- On Central Campus, Student Activities Building (SAB), room 100
Update Wolverine Access with your current personal information (address, phone number) and update it as it changes.
Meet with your Academic Advisor to complete your Plan of Study. You will receive your academic advisor at the ECE Program Information Session.
Make final course selection before the first day of class. Check your course information on Wolverine Access. Be sure the courses showing on your class list on Wolverine Access are the classes you are attending.
This is a time for you to learn about the program, degree requirements, course selection, academic advisors as well as complete necessary paperwork.
Thursday, August 29th, 2019
Further information to be emailed in July!
Show your excitement for Michigan throughout August and at Orientation by sharing photos with #ECEVictors2019.
This is an event for you to learn more about the College of Engineering and what resources it offers on North Campus as well as meet other graduate students.
Wednesday, August 28th, 2019
Mandatory for all students on a F-1 or J-1 visa status. Failure to attend can result in immigration issues.
This is an information session to review your obligations and responsibilities as an international student as well as provide the University with all necessary documents.
Currently, we are working to have check-in on North Campus. Check back periodically for updates.
Check-In Information - Includes session dates and times, what to bring with you, and contact information.
New International Student Workhops - The International Center plans various workshops to assist international students as they adjust to American culture. Workshops include banking, getting a driver’s license, and health insurance. We encourage you to attend all the ones that interest you.
We are a big university. Here is various information to help you navigate the University of Michigan and Ann Arbor.
Campus Information Center - University and Campus Life information including maps, transportation info, campus events, etc.
Info You Need to Know - Your guide to navigating the College of Engineering and its resources.
New Graduate Students - Information provided by the Rackham Graduate School