University of Michigan
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Academic Information
Acceptance Rate: 16%
Average High School GPA: 3.9
Standardized Test Policy: Test-Optional
SAT Range: 1350-1530
ACT Range: 31-34
Sources: University Website, U.S. News Best Colleges, Niche.com, Wikipedia.com, Bigfuture (collegeboard.org), UniversityLiving.com, Prepscholar.com, Petersons.com
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Demographics & Costs
Undergraduate Population: Approximately 34,454
Public or Private: Public
University Religious Affiliation: None
Political Leaning: Liberal
In-State Tuition: $17,736
Out-of-State Tuition: $60,946
Sources: U.S. News Best Colleges, Niche.com, Forbes America’s Top Colleges, Wikipedia
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Location & Setting
City, State: Ann Arbor, Michigan
Setting: College Town
U.S. Region: Midwest
Average Winter Temperature: January daily average is 28°F (-2°C)
Average Summer Temperature: July daily average is 82°F (28°C)
Average Annual Precipitation: Approximately 37 inches (940 mm)
Nearest Airport: Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) — Approximately 25 miles (40-minute drive) from campus.
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Social Media
Instagram: @uofmichigan
Swim Team Instagram: @umichswimdive
Twitter: @UMich
Facebook: University of Michigan
LinkedIn: University of Michigan
YouTube: University of Michigan
TikTok: @uofmichigan
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University Athletics
NCAA Division I
Big Ten Conference (B1G)
Nickname: Wolverines
Mascot: Biff, the Michigan Wolverine
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Swimming & Diving Team
Aquatic Complex: Canham Natatorium
Head Coach: Matt Bowe
Men’s Swim Team National Rank (SwimCloud): #11
Men’s Swim Team Conference Rank (SwimCloud): #2 in Big Ten
Women’s Swim Team National Rank (SwimCloud): #9
Women’s Swim Team Conference Rank (SwimCloud): #3 in Big Ten
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U.S. News College Rankings
#21 in National Universities (tie)
#5 in Best Undergraduate Engineering Programs (tie)
At schools whose highest degree is a doctorate
#7 in Aerospace /Aeronautical / Astronautical
At schools whose highest degree is a doctorate
At schools whose highest degree is a doctorate
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#7 in Electrical / Electronic / Communications
At schools whose highest degree is a doctorate
#4 in Environmental / Environmental Health
At schools whose highest degree is a doctorate
#3 in Industrial / Manufacturing
At schools whose highest degree is a doctorate
At schools whose highest degree is a doctorate
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Management Information Systems
#2 in Production / Operation Management
#5 in Quantitative Analysis (tie)
#6 in Supply Chain Management / Logistics
#12 in Artificial Intelligence (tie)
#6 in Mobile/Web Applications (tie)
#5 in Psychology Programs (tie)
#8 in Learning Communities (tie)
#5 in Undergraduate Research/Creative Projects
#30 in First-Year Experiences (tie)
#7 in Best Colleges for Veterans
#14 in Best Undergraduate Teaching
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Forbes Top Colleges
#217
Best Employers for New Grads 2025
#167
America's Best Large Employers 2025
#373
America's Dream Employers 2025
#29
#5
In Public Colleges
#23
In Research Universities
#3
In The Midwest
America's Best Employers By State 2024
#375
America's Best Employers for Diversity 2024
#91
#17
#60
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Niche Grades
Overall Grade: A+
Academics: A+
Diversity: A
Athletics: A+
Professors: A+
Dorms: B
Student Life: A+
Value: A
Campus: A
Party Scene: A+
Location: A
Campus Food: A
Safety: B
Best Colleges for Student-Athletes in America: Ranked #8 of 1,310
Best College for Athletics in America: Ranked #31 of 1,332
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