University of Michigan Ann Arbor

  • 10/10 Overall Rating
  • 4 Year
  • Ann Arbor, MI
  • 4.8 5 reviews
#14 Best Value Colleges in America

Overview

Total enrollment

52,855
University of Michigan Ann Arbor overview
University of Michigan Ann Arbor overview
  • Size Large
  • Status Non-profit
  • Housing Yes
  • Level of Study Undergrad/Graduate

The University of Michigan's main campus in Ann Arbor is located 45 miles west of Detroit, occupying a 3,207-acre campus known for its mix of classical collegiate Gothic and modern architecture. Founded in 1817 in Detroit before relocating to Ann Arbor in 1837, U-M serves as Michigan's oldest public university and a member of the Big Ten Conference, where its Wolverines compete in Division I athletics. The university maintains a highly selective admission process and is recognized for its comprehensive academic programs, particularly in engineering, business, medicine, and law. The central campus houses most undergraduate programs and residence halls, while the north campus focuses on engineering and arts programs, and the medical campus encompasses the university's extensive healthcare complex.

Ratings

Michigan is rated within the top 10% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 10 out of 10.

  • Overall Rating
    10 out of 10
  • Academics
    10 out of 10
  • Resources
    10 out of 10
  • Outcomes
    10 out of 10
  • Value
    10 out of 10

Admissions

Admission Standards

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University of Michigan Ann Arbor admission standards
  • SAT (enrolled mid-50) 1360/1530
  • ACT (enrolled mid-50) 31/34
  • GPA 3.88

Acceptance Rate

15.6%
University of Michigan Ann Arbor applications overview
  • Applications Due Feb 1, 2027
  • Enrollment Rate 47.3%
  • Application Fee $75

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Annual Cost to Attend

Michigan Resident Tuition

$17,736

Out of State Resident Tuition

$60,946

Breakdown

In State Costs for University of Michigan Ann Arbor
  • Tuition $17,736
  • Books and Supplies $1,158
  • Other Fees $332
  • Room and Board $15,328
  • Budget for Other Expenses $2,710
  • Total One Year Cost $37,264

Student Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years

$74,400 per year

Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate

90% within 6 years

Popular Areas of Study

Popular majors at University of Michigan Ann Arbor are Social Sciences, Engineering, and Psychology. 17% of students major in Social Sciences, 15% in Engineering, and 11% in Psychology.

  • Social Sciences 17%
  • Engineering 15%
  • Psychology 11%
  • Biology 8%
  • Visual and Performing Arts 6%

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Data source: NCES / IPEDS https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=170976.

GPA calculator: University of Michigan Ann Arbor GPA calculator.

Last updated: August 2026