Does Michigan Require the CSS Profile?
Michigan uses the CSS Profile for university grants and need-sensitive scholarships and its code is 1839. The Profile is an entering-year-only form: continuing students normally renew with the FAFSA alone, while a student who never filed the Profile has a May 1 catch-up date.
CSS Profile
RequiredEntering undergraduates seeking University of Michigan grants and need-sensitive merit scholarships submit the CSS Profile, while eligible students add the FAFSA for federal aid. International undergraduates face very limited funding and are not directed to this general CSS process.
CSS school code
1839Michigan's CSS Profile code is 1839. Use that code to send the form to University of Michigan.
Published financial aid deadlines
These are the school's currently published 2027–28 dates. A late or updated application cycle can use different dates, so confirm the deadline shown in your applicant portal.
Which parent files?
Michigan considers information from both parents regardless of marital status. When parents are divorced, separated, or never married, the parent outside the student's household completes Household B; applicants may request a waiver only in limited circumstances with documentation.
Documents and next steps
Use Michigan CSS code 1839 and FAFSA code 002325. Supplemental forms, federal tax returns, and other records are requested only when needed. Check Wolverine Access for the exact list and submit requested documents through its upload, by mail, in person, or by fax.
Official sources for this answer
- Michigan 2027–28 financial aid planning dates (checked August 2, 2026)
- Michigan new undergraduate aid instructions (checked August 2, 2026)
- Michigan international student aid guidance (checked August 2, 2026)
Common questions
Does Michigan require the CSS Profile?
Yes. Michigan uses the CSS Profile for university grants and need-sensitive scholarships and its code is 1839. The Profile is an entering-year-only form: continuing students normally renew with the FAFSA alone, while a student who never filed the Profile has a May 1 catch-up date.
What is Michigan's CSS Profile code?
Michigan's CSS Profile code is 1839. Use that code to send the form to University of Michigan.
When is Michigan's financial aid deadline?
Early Decision suggested filing date: November 15, 2026; Early Action and Regular Decision suggested filing date: December 15, 2026; Returning student who has never filed a Profile: May 1, 2027.
Is the FAFSA enough for Michigan?
Not for Michigan's institutional aid. Eligible students should file the FAFSA for federal aid, but Michigan uses the CSS Profile separately to evaluate its own need-based funding.
Estimate the rest of your aid
The CSS Profile does not tell you what federal aid you may receive. Estimate that separately, then compare the result with each college's net price and your outside scholarship options.