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University of Michigan Women's Dance

University of Michigan (Michigan) · Ann Arbor, Michigan · Public university

Acceptance rate16%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate93%finish within six years
Undergraduates52,855Large (>10,000)
Student-to-faculty11 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

University of Michigan Women's Dance coaches

Coaches at University of Michigan who recruit Women's Dance, head coach first.

Athletics

The program

Where University of Michigan competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division I
Conference
Big Ten Conference
Program level
Elite Program
Athletics site
mgoblue.com
Academics

How you compare

The middle 50% of admitted students score inside the blue band. Test policy: Considered but not Required.

SATMiddle 50%: 1360–1530
ACTMiddle 50%: 31–34

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Popular majors

Aerospace, Aeronautical, and Astronautical/Space Engineering, GeneralAfrican-American/Black StudiesAmerican/United States Studies/CivilizationAncient Studies/CivilizationAnthropology, GeneralAnthropology, OtherArchitecture
Test policy
Considered but not Required
Student-to-faculty
11 : 1
Graduation rate
93% in six years
Costs

What it costs

Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.

In-state tuitionFor Michigan residents$18,516
Out-of-state tuition$62,749
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$17,574
Campus

Where it is

University of Michigan in Ann Arbor.

Location
Ann Arbor, Michigan
Type
Public
Religious affiliation
Not Religiously Affiliated
Time zone
Eastern
Website
umich.edu
Overview

About University of Michigan Women's Dance

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Karen Heimke, the Head Coach, leads the University of Michigan Women's Dance staff of 3 coaches, verified September 2026. University of Michigan (Michigan) competes in NCAA Division I Women's Dance as a member of the Big Ten Conference. University of Michigan is a large public school in Ann Arbor, Michigan with 52,855 undergraduates, a 16% acceptance rate and an average net price of $17,574 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by University of Michigan Women's Dance

What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.

  1. Find the right coachEmail Karen Heimke, the Head Coach and Joan Noble-Pruett, the Assistant Dance Coach. University of Michigan has 3 coaches for Women's Dance, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
  2. Lead with your numbersPut your styles, years of training and competition placements in the subject line and first sentences. Division I coaches recruit early and compare you against national results, so verified numbers matter.
  3. Send your videoInclude a solo performance and a technique reel, with the link near the top so Karen can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitAdmitted students at University of Michigan typically score 1360–1530 on the SAT and 31–34 on the ACT, and testing is considered but not required. Mention your GPA and intended major.
  5. Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the University of Michigan staff after a week, and again after your next competition with updated results.
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Questions

University of Michigan Women's Dance FAQ

Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.

Is University of Michigan D1?

Yes. University of Michigan competes in NCAA Division I Women's Dance, in the Big Ten Conference.

Is University of Michigan public or private?

University of Michigan is a public school in Ann Arbor, Michigan.

What conference is University of Michigan Women's Dance in?

The Big Ten Conference.

Does University of Michigan offer athletic scholarships for Women's Dance?

University of Michigan competes in NCAA Division I, where programs can offer athletic scholarships. The number and size of awards vary, so ask the coaches directly.

How many coaches does University of Michigan Women's Dance have?

3 coaches, led by Karen Heimke, the Head Coach.

How much does University of Michigan cost?

In-state tuition is $18,516 and out-of-state tuition is $62,749 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $17,574.

What is the University of Michigan acceptance rate?

16% of applicants are admitted.

What SAT or ACT score do you need for University of Michigan?

Admitted students typically score 1360–1530 on the SAT and 31–34 on the ACT.

How do I contact the University of Michigan Women's Dance coaches?

Start a free 7-day AthleticScholar trial to see each coach's email and send a personal message from your own Gmail, with follow-ups until they reply.

Admissions, cost and enrollment figures come from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS), latest year available.

Coaching staff verified September 2026