Overview
Enrollment
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
Overall
Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
Michigan is rated within the top 10% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 10 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for University of Michigan within the 2025 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#47 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#1 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#1 in Best Colleges in Michigan
#1 in Best Public Colleges in Michigan
#33 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#1 in Best Value Colleges in Michigan
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1350/1530 |
| ACT | 31/34 |
| GPA | 3.88 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Feb 1, 2025 |
| Applicant Competition | Very High |
| Application Fee | $75 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Michigan Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,126 |
| Other Fees | $332 |
| Room and Board | $13,856 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,572 |
| Total One Year Cost | $34,782 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,126 |
| Other Fees | $332 |
| Room and Board | $13,856 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,572 |
| Total One Year Cost | $75,626 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Social Sciences | 17% |
| Engineering | 15% |
| Psychology | 11% |
| Biology | 8% |
| Visual and Performing Arts | 6% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=170976 IPEDS survey data for University of Michigan.
Current students may use the University of Michigan GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2025