University of Michigan - Ann Arbor - Overview

The University of Michigan–Ann Arbor, located in Michigan, is a well-known public research university. It is the oldest and largest university in the state, offering over 500 undergraduate and graduate degree programs through 14 schools and colleges. U-M is known for its academic excellence, research contributions, and successful sports teams. The campus boasts a dynamic atmosphere, fostering a diverse student body and providing numerous student activities.

Ranking

The University of Michigan–Ann Arbor holds outstanding rankings, placing 25th in both the 2023 U.S. News & World Report's Best Colleges rankings and the 2023 QS World University Rankings. It is consistently recognized as one of the top public universities in the United States. The university's notable strengths lie in fields such as engineering, business, education, law, medicine, nursing, and public affairs.

Schools Under the University of Michigan - Ann Arbor

The University of Michigan–Ann Arbor has 19 schools and colleges.

• College of Literature, Science, and the Arts
• College of Engineering
• Ross School of Business
• School of Education
• School of Kinesiology
• School of Information
• School of Music, Theatre & Dance
• School of Nursing
• School of Dentistry
• School of Pharmacy
• School of Public Health
• School for Environment and Sustainability
• Gerald R. Ford School of Public Policy
• Law School
• Medical School
• Stamps School of Art & Design
• Taubman College of Architecture and Urban Planning
• School of Social Work
• Rackham Graduate School (Graduate Studies)

Faculty at the University of Michigan- Ann Arbor

• Joseph Brodsky: A Russian and American poet and essayist.
• Donald A. Glaser: American physicist, neurobiologist, and the winner of the 1960 Nobel Prize in Physics for his invention of the bubble chamber used in subatomic particle physics.
• Charles B. Huggins: Canadian-American physician, physiologist, and cancer researcher
• Alton L Becker: An American linguist known for his studies of Burmese grammar and other Southeast Asian languages.
• Judith Becker: An American academic and educator. 
• Cécile Fromont: A Martiniquais-born American art historian and educator.

Alumni at the University of Michigan - Ann Arbor

• Gerald Ford (1935-2006): 38th President of the United States, served from 1974 to 1977.
• Larry Page (born 1973): Co-founder of Google, the world's largest search engine.
• Madonna (born 1958): Singer, songwriter, and actress, one of the best-selling music artists ever.
• James Earl Jones (born 1931): Actor, known for his deep voice and roles in films such as "The Lion King" and "Field of Dreams."
• Michael Phelps (born 1985): Olympic swimmer, the most decorated Olympian of all time with 28 gold medals.
• Darren Criss (born 1987): Actor and singer, known for his roles in the television series "Glee" and "American Crime Story."
• Arthur Miller (1915-2005): Playwright, author of such classic works as "Death of a Salesman" and "The Crucible."
• Katherine G. Johnson (1918-2020): Mathematician and aerospace engineer, a key figure in the early years of the U.S. space program.
• John Rawls (1921-2002): Moral and political philosopher, best known for his theory of justice.

Acceptance rate of the U-M master’s program

The University of Michigan has a varying acceptance rate depending on the admission field. In fall 2022, the overall acceptance rate for the master’s programs was less than 40%. However, specific programs like the MBA, MPP, MEng, and MAE had acceptance rates of 6%, 15%, 25%, 30%, and 40% respectively.

Enrollment statistics for the graduate professional program at U-M class of 2023:

Winter programs:

• Total enrollment = 2,642
• Female : Male = 60.5% : 39.5%
• US Citizens : International applicants = 95.3% : 4.7%

Fall Programs:

• Total enrollment = 2,760
• Female : Male = 60.11% : 39.89%
• US Citizens : International applicants = 95.36% : 4.64%

Summer/ Spring Programs:

• Total enrollment = 1,097
• Female : Male = 63.08% : 36.92%
• US Citizens : International applicants = 95.35% : 4.65%