The Experience
Michigan Engineering is all about choices. Whether you’re interested in research, helping developing nations, sports, arts or coming up with the next big idea, there are dozens of ways to tailor your experience. Come grow as an individual, choose your own experience and make it your Michigan.
Make it Your Michigan
Hover over one of the items below to see what you can do at Michigan.
Academic Departments
Academic Departments
The University of Michigan has 95 top-ranked programs, nine top-ten engineering departments, state-of-the-art facilities and award-winning faculty – which all empower you to carve your own path.
Entrepreneurship
Entrepreneurship
U-M has the support systems and funding to get you started making your own venture -- the limit is only your ambition and imagination.
TechArb
TechArb supports and strengthens the entrepreneurial ideas of U-M students. Since its founding in 2008, more than 100 start-ups have been created by over 300 students, with an average of $53,000 going to each start-up -- more than $5 million total!
Degree Opportunities
Degree Opportunities
The College of Engineering offers 14 undergraduate programs, 12 of which have specialized accreditation by ABET and all of which lead to a Bachelor of Science in Engineering degree.
Many courses for one undergraduate program apply towards the requirements for another, meaning that pursuing more than one degree in engineering is not just possible, it’s encouraged. Or you can take advantage of a number of joint degrees with other U-M schools.
Museums, Art, & Performances
Museums, Art, & Performances
As one of Michigan’s cultural hotspots, U-M students can take advantage of film festivals, art fairs and award-winning theatre just minutes away from campus.
The Michigan Theatre
Located in the heart of downtown Ann Arbor, the historic Michigan Theatre is a mecca of culture. You can catch organ performances, live speakers, current movies and concerts -- plus the annual Ann Arbor Film Festival and TED talks.
Academic Advising
Academic Advising
Academic advising isn’t like high school. At Michigan Engineering, you meet one-on-one with an advisor, who will help you manage your credits and course distributions.
Engineering Advising Center
The College of Engineering Advising Center is all about helping you explore and navigate your college experience. Your advisor will talk to you about careers, personal counseling and graduation requirements, and help demystify the college experience.
Mentoring
Mentoring
Ever feel like you could use an older sibling at U-M? Someone to show you around, help you with your courses, and give you sage advice about college and life? Look no further than a peer mentor!
Whether you’re taking advantage of one of the many mentoring programs U-M has to offer or you’ve decided to mentor someone yourself, entering into a mentoring relationship with someone is a proud legacy at U-M, forging friendships and connections that last lifetimes.
Student Teams & Organizations
Student Teams & Organizations
With hundreds of existing student organizations and the constant ability to create your own, students can literally do anything they put their mind to.
The Wilson Student Team Project Center
The Wilson Center is a facility where students can experience hands-on development and fabrication. From Solar Car to BLUELab, the center furnishes groups with an opportunity to interact, share ideas and showcase their projects.
Athletics
Athletics
Michigan athletics gives you the opportunity to be a leader and the best - teamwork, loyalty, fun and skill are all strengthened through U-M’s most endearing legacy.
MGoBlue
Most renowned for our football games in the famous "Big House", Michigan also has winning baseball, basketball, softball and ice hockey teams, among countless others. Hail to the victors!
Multidisciplinary Design Program
Multidisciplinary Design
The Multidisciplinary Design Program mimics real-life environments by encouraging teamwork in different specialties. The MDP Minor is achieved through a combined experience of coursework, credits earned through a design project and leadership experience, for a total of 15 credits. Students can earn credits while working on a student team or project or even participating in a lecture or seminar.
Scholarships
Scholarships
The College of Engineering offers a variety of scholarships to help you through your college years and reward you for the extraordinary work you have done, and will continue to do.
There are many scholarships available at U-M. Some are available for all students and others require special applications. The best tactic to secure scholarships is to look into them and apply early, taking the time to revise as needed. And, of course, maintain good academic standing!
Housing
Housing
Nothing says college life more than living in a residence hall, and U-M’s close-knit communities and modern facilities will make you never want to leave. Within walking distance to several North Campus facilities, many halls have been recently renovated to include modern amenities such as a “home” movie theater, art studios, music practice rooms and refurbished bathrooms and computer labs.
Financial Aid
Financial Aid
Scholarships, grants, loans, and job opportunities are just some of the ways U-M can help you with financial aid needs. And Michigan Engineering counselors are able to provide personalized advice about aid – just ask!
Office of Financial Aid
The Office of Financial Aid is designed to make applying for aid as painless as possible. Their website provides descriptions and examples of different types of aid and a step-by-step guide of how to apply.
Greek Life
Greek Life
One of the university’s most important traditions, Greek Life will welcome you into a family away from home, creating opportunities and friendships that will last for years to come.
The legacy of Greek life at U-M dates back to 1845, when two national fraternities established chapters in Ann Arbor. Today, almost 5,000 students are involved in the Greek Community, with many unique and culturally diverse fraternities and sororities available to anyone.
Career Preparations & Opportunities
Careers
Employers consistently come to U-M to find top-notch engineers. With access to job tools such as resume tips, job fairs, on-campus interviews and hundreds of internships - some with monthly salaries as high as $6,000 - U-M can help you prepare to enter the job market.
ENGenius.Jobs
Michigan Engineering's job posting website, which has seen a recent increase of 216 percent.
Food
Food
U-M dining offers options across campus with food ranging from pizza buffets to all-vegan fare. Kick back and relax or grab some coffee before class.
The residence halls aren’t the only food options available at U-M. Your meal plan will also come with Blue Bucks -- which allow you to go to food courts across campus and purchase at select restaurants. And, all of Ann Arbor has options ranging from five-star restaurants to college classics like Buffalo Wild Wings.
International Experiences
International Experiences
In a field that is becoming more global, why not get your international experience started early? The travel abroad process is easy, and the intercultural learning will last the rest of your life.
Engineering Global Leadership
The five-year Engineering Global Leadership program incorporates foreign languages, study abroad and an international internship prior to graduation, giving extra focus to study of another culture for students to experience entering an increasingly global market.
Honors Programs
Honors Programs
With specialized courses, unique academic tracks and special access to faculty mentors, the Honors Program creates an enriched learning environment. It is a unique opportunity for highly-motivated students to reach their full potential.
Engineering Global Leadership
Engineering Global Leadership is a six-year Masters program which overlays Honors. It incorporates foreign languages, study abroad and an internship prior to graduation, giving extra focus to international culture and entering an increasingly global market.
Tutoring
Tutoring
Make no mistake about it: College courses are hard, and sometimes you need to do more than just homework to understand material. That’s where expert, affordable tutoring comes in.
Engineering Learning Center
Looking for somewhere quiet to do your homework, with easy access to help if you need it? The ELC was made for you, offering a 24-hour study area with computers, free peer tutoring and academic skill development workshops.
Undergraduate Research
Undergraduate Research
The College of Engineering offers hundreds of labs and opportunities to students looking to create their own projects or assist award-winning professors with groundbreaking research. Opportunities are available throughout the semester and during the summer.
Community Service
Community Service
Community service is more than just a resume-booster to get into college; it’s a way of exploring Ann Arbor, making new connections, and feeling good about helping others.
The Ginsburg Center
Not sure where you want to do your community service? Visit the Ginsberg Center, an office solely devoted to helping students learn through service. Their advisors will work with you to find the perfect fit, whether it’s tutoring young kids or working in a food kitchen.
Health, Wellness, & Fitness
Health, Wellness, & Fitness
The “freshman 15” doesn’t have to be a reality. Using U-M’s exercise facilities for cardio, strength training or a game of basketball is time well spent.
North Campus Rec Building
Just minutes away from the residence halls, the North Campus Rec Building offers free 7am to 9pm access to weights, cardio machines, a pool and courts for volleyball, basketball, racquetball and more.
Diversity & Social Justice
Diversity & Social Justice
Having a diverse student population is very important at U-M, and we take social justice to heart, participating in an annual school-wide Day of Change, among countless other events.
Day of Change
The Day of Change is an event during Welcome Week on the U-M campus that features keynote speakers, discussions and events for anyone interested in pursuing and experiencing the rich diversity the school and Ann Arbor has to offer.
Music
Music
With a campus shared with the School of Music, Theatre & Dance and a town dedicated to local artists, the college is surrounded by chances to get involved with music.
Michigan Marching Band
Michigan Engineering comprises more than one-third of the Michigan Marching Band, and students interested in playing percussion, brass and woodwinds or being a flag bearer are encouraged to audition and join this musical legacy.
Transportation
Transportation
With free transportation aboard any city bus, students can get where they need to go with quick, reliable transport systems.
Magic Bus
The Magic Bus is U-M’s own system, giving students a free ride to locations on North and Central Campuses. Their website offers live feeds of the buses’ locations and arrival times, so you’ll never be late for class or to meet your friends downtown.
Leadership
Leadership
We’re known as the leaders and the best here at U-M – and that doesn’t just happen after graduation. Get started early by pursuing a leadership position now!
