Welcome to the University of Michigan, the #1 public research institution in the U.S.

By joining SEAS, you will enjoy all the benefits of our small community within this world-class university. You will have access to the entire range of U-M’s resources— academic support offices, labs, libraries, courses, programs, extracurricular activities, and much more.

Rankings

The University of Michigan’s alumni network is one of the largest in the world with  (630,000+) members. UM Alumni include 1 US President, 36 Pulitzer Prize winners, 27 Rhodes Scholars, 1 Mitchell Scholar, 9 Nobel laureates, and 3 Supreme Court Justices.

When you come to the University of Michigan, you know that you are getting a world class education. You don’t have to take our word for it: U.S. News & World Report ranks us as the #3 U.S. Public University. Money.com ranks us even higher, giving UM the #1 spot on their list of the Best Public Colleges in the US. Niche.com also gives us their #1 ranking. Overall, the University of Michigan has 102 graduate programs that make top 10 lists in US News & World Report. This is also the 10th consecutive year that the National Science Foundation ranks the University of Michigan #1 in research volume among U.S. public universities.

SEAS has more than 50 full-time faculty members and more than a dozen research centers, institutes, and initiatives that further enable SEAS to tackle the impacts of climate change, advance research, and promote environmental justice—while forging new community partnerships.

SEAS is located in the Samuel Trask Dana building, which was Gold Leed Certified by the US Green Building Council in 2005. It was the first major renovation of an academic building to receive such a high rating for sustainable construction in Michigan and among the first in the nation.

Student Organizations

With more than 1,600 registered, student-run clubs and organizations on campus, and meaningful community engagement and social justice work, you’ll definitely find yourself here. The most popular among SEAS students are listed below. Visit Maize Pages for a full  U-M student organization directory.

Health and Fitness

As an enrolled SEAS student, you’ll have automatic access to the university’s wide array of fitness and wellness facilities. 

Athletics

From classic rivalries to football games at the Big House, Michigan Athletics are undoubtedly the most spirited in the country. For a regular fix on Maize and Blue sports news and scores, bookmark mgoblue.com. At the same time, this is a place where you can be more than just a spectator. With more than 30 clubs and 25 intramural sports, plus esports, you can strive for victory on numerous teams.

Ann Arbor

In a comparison of over 400 US college cities and towns, Ann Arbor was ranked #1 for 2021.

Within walking distance of the Dana Building is the newly renovated University of Michigan Museum of Natural History. 

The Matthaei Botanical Gardens, with a conservatory building and walking trails to explore, offers beautiful green scenery even during cold Michigan winters. Closer to campus, you can find the Nichols Arboretum with its beautiful peony garden that blooms in warmer months.

Ann Arbor is known for its art and music offerings. Check University of Michigan Arts & Culture to find upcoming performances on campus, or learn about exciting events and exhibits happening at the University of Michigan Museum of Art (UMMA).

If you like to eat, Ann Arbor has no shortage of restaurants. Dig into a burger from Blimpy Burger, get a reuben from Zingerman’s Deli, or try a new ice cream flavor from Blank Slate Creamery. If vegan and vegetarian food is more your speed, try Detroit Street Filling Station or Seva.

With 120,000 permanent residents in Ann Arbor, there are things to do year round.