A premier public research US University, the University of Michigan was incorporated in the year 1817 in Detroit and is hailed as the oldest University in the Michigan state of the United States. This reputed educational institution was shifted during the year 1837 to its current location, Ann Arbor, which is among the best US college towns. Additionally, the University has regional campuses in other locations such as Flint and Dearborn.
Over the years, the University has come to be counted among the top-ranking public universities in the US. Also, this prestigious educational institution has helped to improve the quality of education and tackled complex international issues to bring about positive global change.
The 19 schools and colleges of the University of Michigan offer more than 275 degree courses. The institution is, also, counted among the top 5 employers in Michigan state.
Besides schools and colleges, the University also houses major research centers. The research hubs conduct research in fields such as Reconfigurable Manufacturing Systems, Wireless Integrated Microsystems, Optics, and specialized research in Social Sciences. Also, every year, the University reserves more than $1 billion for research projects; this amount exceeds the research budget of any US University.
Both graduates and undergraduates can, also, partake in research projects and get an opportunity to work with highly-qualified faculty members.
The University of Michigan has been awarded 24th rank by the US News & World Report under the listing of Best National Universities.
Courses
The University conducts a variety of doctoral, graduate, and undergraduate courses.
The popular majors that students enrol for at the University include Information Science, Economics, and Business.
More so, the University awards doctoral degrees in fields such as Humanities, Social Sciences, and STEM disciplines.
The University is, also, recognized for the value-added research-based courses in different disciplines such as Computer & Information Science, Psychobiology, and Experimental Psychology.
Among the popular undergraduate courses of the University are the BSc in Civil Engineering and BSc in Aerospace Engineering.
The popular graduate programs of the University include MBA, Master of Supply Chain Management, Master of Management, MSc in Mechanical Engineering, MSc in Computer Science & Engineering.
In addition, the University has provisions for a range of professional courses in various subjects. These include medicine, dentistry, public health, architecture, social work, pharmacy, law, and business.
Besides, the University conducts Pathway courses for pupils who want to pursue careers that are aligned with their interests.
Campus
The main campus of the University, at Ann Arbor, has been developed over about 3200 acres of land.
More so, the University offers in-campus accommodations to the students. The residence halls are fully equipped with the entire suite of amenities.
Moreover, the students can join clubs student organizations, sports clubs, and community service projects under extracurricular activities.