U of M is stingy. They don't really need to use merit to lure top students, as they're already the top choice for many strong Michigan students. They do have some merit aid for first generation college students and other underrepresented groups, but the descriptions make it sound like most of those students would also qualify for significant need-based aid. My own experience interviewing students for merit aid has led me to believe that it is mainly used as a lure, not as a reward.
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