Percentile rankings vs 1,600+ peer institutions. Higher is better.
Career OutcomesAzimuth ranks University of Michigan-Flint #285 for overall value on Azimuth's composite among nonprofit four-year institutions. University of Michigan-Flint sits in the 75.3 percentile for earnings beyond expectations among nonprofit four-year institutions, reflecting graduates who earn about $4,765 more than similar students at comparable institutions. Azimuth ranks University of Michigan-Flint #439 for mobility among nonprofit four-year institutions. --- University of Michigan-Flint's composite ranking reflects a consistent pattern of graduates outperforming earnings expectations relative to similar students at comparable institutions, with health-focused programs driving much of that advantage. The mobility ranking reinforces the picture — University of Michigan-Flint converts broad access into durable economic progress for a student population that includes a substantial share of Pell-eligible undergraduates.
Azimuth ranks University of Michigan-Flint #285 for overall value on Azimuth's composite among nonprofit four-year institutions — in the 80.7 percentile for overall value on Azimuth's composite among nonprofit four-year institutions. A public university in Flint, MI, University of Michigan-Flint enrolls roughly 4,411 undergraduates. Retention stands at 77.8% and the six-year graduation rate is 40.3%, reflecting a student body that largely completes what it starts. The composite is anchored by what University of Michigan-Flint delivers for its graduates. Graduates earn median 4-year earnings of $65,600, placing University of Michigan-Flint in the 70.2 percentile for median earnings four years after enrollment among nonprofit four-year institutions. Graduates earn about $4,765 more than similar students at comparable institutions, placing University of Michigan-Flint in the 75.3 percentile for earnings beyond expectations among nonprofit four-year institutions. The dominant program concentration in Health shapes this outcome — health-oriented graduates enter fields with consistent regional demand and relatively predictable earnings trajectories. Azimuth ranks University of Michigan-Flint #546 for return on investment among nonprofit four-year institutions — in the 63.2 percentile for return on investment among nonprofit four-year institutions. Access and affordability shape the rest of the composite picture. University of Michigan-Flint draws a substantial share of Pell-eligible students — 38.6% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants and 36.8% are first-generation college students — reflecting the university's role as a broad-access institution serving Flint and the surrounding region. The institution sits in the 74.6 percentile for access and the 88.6 percentile for affordability among nonprofit four-year institutions, with mobility outcomes in the 70.3 percentile. For families weighing long-run financial outcomes against upfront cost, University of Michigan-Flint offers a regionally grounded path with earnings performance that compares favorably against comparable institutions.
University of Michigan-Flint prices its degrees accessibly across the income spectrum. Low-income families pay approximately $1,517 per year in net price, middle-income families see annual costs around $3,752, and higher-income families pay approximately $12,333. Azimuth ranks University of Michigan-Flint #164 for post-graduation affordability among nonprofit four-year institutions. Net prices by income band are medians within those bands; individual aid packages vary, so some families in each group pay more and some less than the figures shown. Need-based aid plays a central role in how University of Michigan-Flint serves its student body. As a public university in Dallas with a strong Pell-eligible enrollment base, the institution draws on federal, state, and institutional aid programs to reduce the gap between sticker price and what families actually pay. The net price illusion is real here — published costs overstate what most students pay, particularly those from lower- and middle-income households. Families should apply for aid early and compare net price offers rather than relying on the cost of attendance figure alone. Median federal student loan debt at graduation is $25,000, and families using Parent PLUS borrow a median of $12,953; private or institutional loans may add further borrowing that falls outside these federal-only figures — see the Parent PLUS risk framework for how household context shapes PLUS decisions. For a graduate at the institution's median four-year earnings of $65,600, median federal debt of $25,000 projects to a monthly payment of about $282 under standard ten-year repayment. For personalized projections across earnings scenarios — including Parent PLUS planning — use Azimuth's Financial GPS tool.
University of North Texas at Dallas is a strong fit for students in the Dallas–Fort Worth area who want an accessible, affordable public university experience grounded in applied and interdisciplinary fields — particularly those from low-income or first-generation backgrounds who need a realistic, financially sound path to a four-year degree. Graduates earn median 4-year earnings of $65,600, placing University of Michigan-Flint in the 70.2 percentile for median earnings four years after enrollment among nonprofit four-year institutions, and graduates earn about $4,765 more than similar students at comparable institutions, placing the university in the 75.3 percentile for earnings beyond expectations among nonprofit four-year institutions. With 38.6% of undergraduates receiving Pell Grants and 36.8% identifying as first-generation college students, University of Michigan-Flint is built for students who are navigating higher education without a family roadmap — and the institution's broad access model is reflected in its admission rate and net price structure, which keeps costs within reach for families across income levels. Fit depends on two realistic filters: the program portfolio centers on Health and applied professional fields, so students whose goals align with those areas will find the strongest outcomes, while those seeking a research-intensive or highly specialized curriculum may find a better match elsewhere.
This school profile was generated using Azimuth's proprietary ROI framework, developed by founder Daniel Rogers. Our methodology transforms federal education data into actionable insights for families.
College Azimuth is a private research initiative and is not affiliated with the U.S. Department of Education or Federal Student Aid. Data sourced from College Scorecard.
This content is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be construed as financial, investment, or professional advice. Consult a qualified advisor before making any financial decisions.
Comprehensive Analysis
Detailed metrics, charts, and full data breakdown
Financial GPS Tool
Personalized cost and earnings calculator
This is the University Of Michigan-Flint hub overview page. Related admissions, cost, outcomes, majors, and similar-school pages provide the detailed school data.
Based on federal data for students receiving aid. Actual costs may vary.
University of Michigan-Flint prices its degrees accessibly across the income spectrum. Low-income families pay approximately $1,517 per year in net price, middle-income families see annual costs around $3,752, and higher-income families pay approximately $12,333.
Azimuth ranks University of Michigan-Flint #164 for post-graduation affordability among nonprofit four-year institutions. Net prices by income band are medians within those bands; individual aid packages vary, so some families in each group pay more and some less than the figures shown.
Need-based aid plays a central role in how University of Michigan-Flint serves its student body. As a public university in Dallas with a strong Pell-eligible enrollment base, the institution draws on federal, state, and institutional aid programs to reduce the gap between sticker price and what families actually pay.
The [net price illusion](/analysis/is-college-worth-it-part-1-the-net-price-illusion/) is real here — published costs overstate what most students pay, particularly those from lower- and middle-income households. Families should apply for aid early and compare net price offers rather than relying on the cost of attendance figure alone.
Median federal student loan debt at graduation is $25,000, and families using Parent PLUS borrow a median of $12,953; private or institutional loans may add further borrowing that falls outside these federal-only figures — see the [Parent PLUS risk framework](/analysis/ou-what-happens-when-parents-borrow-too/) for how household context shapes PLUS decisions. For a graduate at the institution's median four-year earnings of $65,600, median federal debt of $25,000 projects to a monthly payment of about $282 under standard ten-year repayment.
For personalized projections across earnings scenarios — including Parent PLUS planning — use [Azimuth's Financial GPS tool](/analysis/financial-gps-framework/).
Graduates earn median 4-year earnings of $65,600, placing University of Michigan-Flint in the 70.2 percentile for median earnings four years after enrollment among nonprofit four-year institutions. Graduates earn about $4,765 more than similar students at comparable institutions, placing University of Michigan-Flint in the 75.3 percentile for [earnings beyond expectations](/analysis/a-value-added-approach-to-college-outcomes/) among nonprofit four-year institutions.
Azimuth ranks University of Michigan-Flint #546 for return on investment among nonprofit four-year institutions — in the 63.2 percentile for return on investment among nonprofit four-year institutions. Those figures represent meaningful returns relative to MI's no-degree-equivalent earnings baseline of $30,928, the state median earnings of working adults age 25–34 with only a high school credential.
The earnings pattern at University of Michigan-Flint is anchored in Health, which drives much of the institution's graduate outcomes. Nursing stands out as the program combining the broadest graduate cohort with strong four-year pay: Nursing graduates 258 students with median earnings of $86,401 four years after enrollment, and Azimuth ranks the program #97 for median earnings four years after enrollment among nonprofit four-year institutions [per the program-ranking methodology](/analysis/college-program-rankings-how-to-actually-evaluate-programs/).
Psychology, General and Biology, General are also among the larger programs, with graduates earning $42,255 and $47,839 respectively four years after enrollment. On the higher end of the earnings spectrum, Business Administration and Mechanical Engineering deliver some of the strongest early-career pay at the institution, with Azimuth ranking Business Administration #246 and Mechanical Engineering #209 for median earnings four years after enrollment among nonprofit four-year institutions.
The concentration in Business (roughly 18% of graduates) and Social Sciences (roughly 5%) helps explain both the institution's earnings profile and its position relative to peer institutions.
Peer institutions with comparable quality and outcomes:
| School | State | Accept Rate | Median Earnings | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
University Of West Georgia Similar quality tier (#10747 ranked) | GA | 52% | $49,587 | #10747 | Compare |
Tarleton State University Similar quality tier (#10750 ranked) | TX | 90% | $53,040 | #10750 | Compare |
William Paterson University Of New Jersey Similar quality tier (#10755 ranked) | NJ | 90% | $57,780 | #10755 | Compare |
Tennessee Technological University Similar quality tier (#10757 ranked) | TN | 76% | $48,501 | #10757 | Compare |
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Abington Similar quality tier (#10758 ranked) | PA | 97% | $63,435 | #10758 | Compare |
Computer Science
31 graduates
Mechanical Engineering
40 graduates
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
258 graduates
Information Science/Studies
24 graduates
Finance and Financial Management Services
34 graduates
University of Michigan-Flint's program mix is anchored in health fields — the Health family represents 18% of degree output, with Social Sciences (5%) and Engineering (4%) rounding out the core. This concentration reflects the university's positioning as a regional public institution in Flint, MI, where health, education, and applied professional programs align closely with local workforce demand.
The highest aggregate-return program is Nursing, which combines meaningful cohort scale with strong four-year earnings — making it a central driver of the institution's overall financial outcomes. The largest programs by graduate volume are Nursing (258 graduates, median earnings $86,401 four years after enrollment), Psychology, General (110 graduates, $42,255), and Biology, General (58 graduates, $47,839).
Azimuth ranks Nursing #97 for median earnings four years after enrollment among nonprofit four-year institutions, and Psychology, General #292 for median earnings four years after enrollment among nonprofit four-year institutions. Together, these programs enroll the largest share of students and set the baseline for institution-wide earnings outcomes.
The highest-earning programs at University of Michigan-Flint are Computer Science (31 graduates, $95,183) and Mechanical Engineering (40 graduates, $89,554), both high-mobility direct-to-workforce pathways where graduates enter stable, in-demand roles shortly after graduation. Azimuth ranks Computer Science #134 for median earnings four years after enrollment among nonprofit four-year institutions, per [how Azimuth evaluates programs](/analysis/college-program-rankings-how-to-actually-evaluate-programs/).
Programs such as Nursing and Finance represent fields where a share of graduates continue to graduate or professional study, meaning four-year earnings reflect only a portion of the long-run trajectory. Across 37 programs serving roughly 1,079 students annually, the institution's strength is concentrated in health and applied professional fields with direct regional labor-market alignment; the [supply and demand for college graduates](/analysis/supply-demand-map-college-degrees/) provides broader context for how these program families track national wage trends.
