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U-M Presence in Michigan

Statewide Impact for Education and Innovation

The University of Michigan’s extensive land holdings across the state support its mission to serve the people of Michigan and the world. As the only public university in Michigan operating three campuses—in Ann Arbor, Flint, and Dearborn—U-M also leverages properties in Detroit, northern Michigan, and various natural areas, as well as clinical locations to advance its goals and provide opportunities for students, faculty, staff, and community members.

U-M profoundly impacts the state through its land holdings, which support community education, medical care, research initiatives, partnerships, economic contributions, and sustainability efforts, among other mission-driven objectives.

UM-Ann Arbor

UM-Ann Arbor encompasses 3,200 acres, including its five campuses (Central Campus, North Campus, the Medical Center Campus, East Medical Campus and the Stephen M. Ross Athletic Campus). This large expanse of land is a robust center connecting academics, research, clinical care, student life, athletics, and a commitment to environmental stewardship, supporting the university’s vision to serve the public good while preparing future leaders to address global challenges. Additional properties making up this expanse of land include:

  • Arbor Lakes
  • Matthaei Botanical Gardens
  • Radrick Farms
  • Ann Arbor Technology Park (U-M’s parcels)
  • Horner-McLaughlin Woods
  • Briarwood clinics
  • Wolverine Tower
  • Eisenhower Corporate Park West
  • Research Museums Center
  • West Ann Arbor Health Center
  • Saginaw Forest

Additional impact is provided through a number of nearby leased facilities in the area.

Statewide Regional Health Centers

Patients come to Michigan Medicine hospitals and specialty centers for advanced care for a wide range of complex conditions and acute needs. At partner sites around the state, U-M clinicians provide cancer care, neurological care, children’s specialty care, emergency care, cardiac care, and more. Michigan Medicine currently has healthcare facilities in 29 cities throughout Michigan, in the upper and lower peninsulas, included but not limited to these facilities in major population centers outside Ann Arbor:

  • Alpena: Alpena Regional Medical Center
  • Bay City: MyMichigan Health Park
  • Brighton: Brighton Center for Specialty Care
  • Flint: Hurley Children’s Care
  • Grand Rapids: Metro Health Hospital
  • Kalamazoo: Bronson Children’s Hospital
  • Lansing: Sparrow Health System/Professional Building
  • Marquette: UP Health System
  • Petoskey: McLaren Northern Michigan
  • Traverse City: Munson Medical Center

Sparrow Health System officially joined Michigan Medicine April 1, 2023. With the addition of Sparrow, Michigan Medicine now oversees more than 200 care sites. Additionally, leased facilities around the state contribute to further patient care.

UM-Flint

The UM-Flint regional campus occupies a significant portion of downtown Flint, establishing a campus that harmonizes with the urban landscape. By situating academic buildings and research centers in proximity to cultural and industrial hubs, the university maximizes opportunities for real-world learning and community engagement.

There are limited residential options for students and the campus’s riverside location by the Flint River adds a natural element, offering serene environments that enhance student life and well-being. Each of UM-Flint’s units is strategically placed to facilitate specialized learning environments and encourage interdisciplinary collaboration. Additional remote facilities provide further impact in the Flint area as well.

UM-Flint includes the College of Arts, Science, and Education, School of Management, College of Health Sciences, School of Nursing, and the College of Innovation and Technology.

UM-Dearborn

The University of Michigan-Dearborn regional campus was established in 1959 to provide engineers, business people and other needed workforce talent for the region. This historic site, which includes the home of Henry and Clara Ford, provides a tangible link to the region’s rich industrial heritage and inspires a spirit of innovation and excellence.

UM-Dearborn is a top-ranked university with more than 8,100 students pursuing more than 100 undergraduate and graduate degrees across four colleges. UM-Dearborn is a practice-based university dedicated to opening the door to accessible higher education for all students while equipping them with applied knowledge and skills to excel and innovate in their chosen fields and make lasting impact in their communities, Michigan and the world.

UM-Dearborn includes the College of Arts, Sciences, & Letters; College of Business; College of Education, Health, & Human Services, and the College of Engineering & Computer Science.

U-M Presence in Detroit

U-M was founded in the city of Detroit in 1817 before moving to its permanent home in AnnArbor 20 years later. Today, Detroit remains a site of ongoing engagement and collaboration for the institution, including scholarly study, student learning opportunities, community-academic research partnerships, and programs serving the city through education, research, and service. Central to these efforts are the university’s land holdings, which play a crucial role in the revitalization and development of Detroit, ensuring a lasting positive impact on the city and its residents.

The U-M Center for Innovation will play a key role in developing the next generation of entrepreneurs and skilled professionals after its planned opening in 2027. By offering cutting-edge educational programs, U-M expects to nurture local talent and stimulate economic development, contributing to Detroit’s resurgence as a hub of innovation and industry.

The Horace H. Rackham Educational Memorial Building is a historical and cultural resource with exciting future education and community opportunities in Detroit. Its preservation and future use as a community asset underscore the university’s commitment to honoring its past while looking forward to the future.

Additional impact in Detroit is provided through nearby leased facilities — one of greatest significance is The School at Marygrove.

Statewide Natural Areas

U-M owns a number of natural areas across the state that further scientific discovery and innovation, and provide an array of opportunities for health and well-being:

  • Chase S. Osborne Preserve, Chippewa County
  • Sugar Island Outlying Properties, Chippewa County
  • Pellston Biostation, Cheboygan County and Emmet County
  • Harper Preserve, Genesee County
  • Edwin S. George Reserve, Livingston County
  • Fresh Air Camp (North Star Reach), Livingston County
  • St. Pierre Wetlands Preserve, Livingston County
  • Missaukee Preserve, Missaukee County
  • Ringwood Forest Reserve, Saginaw County
  • Mud Lake Bog, Washtenaw County
  • Newcomb Tract (Base Lake Farm), Washtenaw County
  • Stinchfield Woods (Peach Mountain), Washtenaw County

Pellston Biostation

The U-M Biological Station (UMBS), established in 1909, has long been a crucible for scientific discovery and innovation. UMBS spans an impressive 10,000 acres of diverse, high-quality ecosystems, including forests, wetlands, and freshwater environments. This vast expanse of land provides a living laboratory where students, faculty, and researchers can engage hands-on with the natural world.

The 10,000 acres owned by the university serve not only as a research hub but also emphasize a commitment to environmental stewardship. This land offers unparalleled opportunities for studying a wide array of ecological processes and phenomena in their natural settings. By preserving and studying these ecosystems, UMBS contributes critical insights into biodiversity, climate change, and sustainable practices.