The program was the most important factor. I also really liked the community and the opportunities for research since it's the 1st public research institute in the country. I wanted to do CS through an arts college and get a breadth of interdisciplinary knowledge. I wanted to challenge myself with a bunch of competitive people but I also didn't want that to be a driving force. The people at UMich are extremely helpful and kind too and will help anyone struggling as compared to places where I come to the first mentality.
Course Curriculum
I think my coursework is extremely updated and relevant. It is easy to get opportunities and does not take long to accommodate into the workforce given what we learn. I have a lot of research opportunities that you wouldn't find elsewhere and I really appreciate that.
Exams
I submitted 2 LoR for every college I applied to. I submitted my CV, which highlighted my academic and sporting achievements, for select colleges as well. SoP is exceedingly important. I wrote about the reasons the particular program at the uni appealed to me and did in-depth research on the same. I think it's imp to mention your unique outlook on your major. For example, I chose to specifically apply to do a BS in CS from the arts not engineering college. This was to minor in econ and get a chance to take classes that are not restricted to physics and chem. For my uni, I had a separate secondary application to do for the Honors program. These were separate prompts and a small group interview.
Placement
Alumni have made a mark for themselves.
Internship
Required you to send in a resume and sample writing pieces as well as an interview. I currently work under prof. Barbara Ericson as a tease arch intern for her project on writing and coding e-books for CS beginners classes.
Events
Love the campus it is open and beautiful and you never find it too crowded. There are many clubs to engage your interests and the supportive environment is something I really appreciate.
Fees
$ 60,000 (out of state tuition).
Scholarship
Not at my current uni but I was awarded the provost star award at UC Davis worth $15,000 and a scholarship to Santa Clara University worth $10,000.
Faculty
While it is highly dependent on your program the average faculty to students ratio is 1:15. All staff is extremely kind and approachable including student instructors. Prof. Mara Bollard, Prof. William Arthur, Prof. Sofia Saleem, Prof. Emily Graetz, and Prof. Barbara Ericson are just a few amazing professors I have ahead of the pleasure of studying under.
Hostel
I live in an apartment off-campus though I did stay in dorms last year. I like the freedom and space of my own apartment but the dorms are well structured and the food and RAs were all top-notch.
