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Summary
University of Michigan--Ann Arbor is a public institution that was founded in 1817. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 27,027, its setting is urban, and the campus size is 3,071 acres. It utilizes a trimester-based academic calendar. University of Michigan--Ann Arbor's ranking in the 2012 edition of Best Colleges is National Universities, 28. Its in-state tuition and fees are $12,590 (2011-12); out-of-state tuition and fees are $37,265 (2011-12).
The University of Michigan boasts one of the best college towns in the country: Ann Arbor, only 45 minutes from the city of Detroit. Freshmen are guaranteed housing but are not required to live on campus. Nearly 20 percent of the undergraduate student body is affiliated with Greek life at Michigan, which contains approximately 60 fraternity and sorority chapters. If Greek life does not sound appealing, there are more than 900 other student organizations from which to choose. The Michigan Wolverines have many traditions: Their colors are maize and blue, their widely known chant is "Go Blue!," their stadium is called the "Big House," and their football program, known for its fierce rivalry with Ohio State, is one of the most storied teams in college football.
Michigan’s graduate programs include the highly ranked Stephen M. Ross School of Business, School of Education, College of Engineering, Law School, Medical School, Gerald R. Ford School of Public Policy, School of Public Health, and School of Nursing in addition to the well-regarded School of Dentistry and Taubman College for Architecture and Urban Planning. The University of Michigan Hospitals and Health Centers is ranked among the top hospitals in the country. Former U.S. President Gerald Ford, actress Lucy Liu of the Charlie’s Angels and Kill Bill film series, and NFL quarterback Tom Brady all graduated from Michigan.
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The mission of the University of Michigan is to serve the people of Michigan and the world through preeminence in creating, communicating, preserving and applying knowledge, art, and academic values, and in developing leaders and citizens who will challenge the present and enrich the future. Students have the opportunity to work with world-renown faculty. There are literally hundreds of clubs, groups, and organizations covering a variety of social, cultural, and academic interests. The University abuts the city of Ann Arbor, which has its own thriving social and cultural identity. There is literally something for everyone here. |
General Information
| School type | public, coed college |
| Year founded | 1817 |
| Religious affiliation | N/A |
| Academic calendar | trimester |
| Setting | urban |
| 2010 Endowment | $6,471,770,000 |
Applying
When applying to University of Michigan--Ann Arbor, it's important to note the application deadline is January 31, and the early action deadline is October 31. Scores for either the ACT or SAT test are due February 1. The application fee at University of Michigan--Ann Arbor is $65. It is most selective, with an acceptance rate of 50.6 percent.
For more information about the tests, essays, interviews, and admissions process, visit the Applying to College knowledge center.
| Selectivity | most selective |
| Fall 2010 acceptance rate | 51% |
| Application deadline | January 31 |
| SAT/ACT scores must be received by | February 1 |
Academic Life
The student-faculty ratio at University of Michigan--Ann Arbor is 15:1, and the school has 47.8 percent of its classes with fewer than 20 students. The most popular majors at University of Michigan--Ann Arbor include: Psychology, General; Economics, General; Business Administration, Management and Operations; English Language and Literature, General; and Political Science and Government. The average freshman retention rate, an indicator of student satisfaction, is 96.0 percent.
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Student Life
University of Michigan--Ann Arbor has a total undergraduate enrollment of 27,027, with a gender distribution of 50.9 percent male students and 49.1 percent female students. 37.0 percent of the students live in college-owned, -operated, or -affiliated housing and 63.0 percent of students live off campus. University of Michigan--Ann Arbor is part of the NCAA I athletic conference.
See what students are saying about life at University of Michigan--Ann Arbor.
| Total enrollment | 41,924 |
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| Collegiate athletic association | NCAA I |
Campus Info & Services
University of Michigan--Ann Arbor offers a number of student services including nonremedial tutoring, women's center, placement service, day care, health service, and health insurance. University of Michigan--Ann Arbor also offers campus safety and security services like 24-hour foot and vehicle patrols, late night transport/escort service, 24-hour emergency telephones, lighted pathways/sidewalks, and controlled dormitory access (key, security card, etc). Alcohol is permitted for students of legal age at University of Michigan--Ann Arbor.
| Students who have cars on campus | N/A |
| Health insurance offered | Yes |
| Students required to own/lease a computer | No |
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Paying for School
At University of Michigan--Ann Arbor, 47.7 percent of full-time undergraduates receive some kind of need-based financial aid and the average need-based scholarship or grant award is $10,783.
Paying for college doesn't have to be difficult or devastating. Go to the Paying for College knowledge center to get advice on raising cash and reducing costs.
| In-state tuition and fees | $12,590 (2011-12) |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $37,265 (2011-12) |
| Room and board | $9,192 (2011-12) - Medium |
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