Special Learning Opportunity
The following table compares the special learning opportunities between best schools in Michigan including distance learning opportunities, ROTC program, Study abroad, and more special chances of learning. This statistics is based on the latest data from IPEDS, U.S. Department of Education for academic year 2022-2023.
| Rank | Name | Online Class | ROTC | Teacher Cert. | Study Abroad | Weekend/ Evening College | Campus Housing* | Meal Plan** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | University of Michigan-Ann Arbor | Under, Grad | Army, NAVY, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (11,493) | ✔ |
| 2 | Hillsdale College | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (1,154) | ✔ ($6,300) |
| 3 | Michigan State University | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (17,517) | ✔ ($6,452) |
| 4 | Hope College | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (2,595) | ✔ ($6,580) |
| 5 | Calvin University | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (2,453) | ✔ |
| 6 | Kettering University | Under, Grad | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (435) | ✔ ($3,630) |
| 7 | Michigan Technological University | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (3,097) | ✔ ($5,301) |
| 8 | University of Detroit Mercy | Under, Grad | Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ (965) | ✔ |
| 9 | University of Michigan-Dearborn | Under, Grad | Army, Air Force | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✔ |
| 10 | Northern Michigan University | Under, Grad | Army | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (3,052) | ✔ ($5,790) |
Student Services on Campus
The following table compares the on-campus students services and facilities between best schools in Michigan including Student Counseling, Employment services for current students, Placement service for program completers, On-campus daycare facility, and library information.
| Rank | Name | Career Counseling | Employment Service | Placement Service | On Campus Daycare | Library Facilities |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | University of Michigan-Ann Arbor | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
| 2 | Hillsdale College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| 3 | Michigan State University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| 4 | Hope College | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| 5 | Calvin University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| 6 | Kettering University | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | Own Library |
| 7 | Michigan Technological University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
| 8 | University of Detroit Mercy | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | Own Library |
| 9 | University of Michigan-Dearborn | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
| 10 | Northern Michigan University | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Own Library |
Athletics Associations
The following table summarizes the alheletic teams and program information of best schools in Michigan. Among 10 best schools in Michigan, 9 schools are member of NAA, 8 schools are member of NCAA, and 1 schools are member of NAIA.
| Rank | Name | Members | Football | Basketball | Baseball | All Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | University of Michigan-Ann Arbor | NAA, NCAA | Big Ten Conference | Big Ten Conference | Big Ten Conference | 17 athletic programs |
| 2 | Hillsdale College | NAA, NCAA | Great Midwest Athletic Conference | Great Midwest Athletic Conference | Great Midwest Athletic Conference | - |
| 3 | Michigan State University | NAA, NCAA | Big Ten Conference | Big Ten Conference | Big Ten Conference | 15 athletic programs |
| 4 | Hope College | NAA, NCAA | Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Assoc | Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Assoc | Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Assoc | 12 athletic programs |
| 5 | Calvin University | NAA, NCAA | - | Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Assoc | Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Assoc | 10 athletic programs |
| 6 | Kettering University | Athletic Information is not available | ||||
| 7 | Michigan Technological University | NAA, NCAA | Great Lakes Intercollegiate Ath Conf | Great Lakes Intercollegiate Ath Conf | - | 8 athletic programs |
| 8 | University of Detroit Mercy | NAA, NCAA | - | Horizon League | - | 8 athletic programs |
| 9 | University of Michigan-Dearborn | NAA, NAIA | - | 7 athletic programs | ||
| 10 | Northern Michigan University | NAA, NCAA | Great Lakes Intercollegiate Ath Conf | Great Lakes Intercollegiate Ath Conf | - | 11 athletic programs |
NAA: National Athletic Association
NCAA: National Collegiate Athletic Association
NAIA: National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics
Additional Characteristics
The following table compares and describes additional facts of best schools in Michigan including religious affiliation, specialized schools, and medical degree offer, and other facts.
| Rank | Name | Religious Affiliation | Historical Black School | Tribal School | Has Hospital | Offer Medical Degree |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | University of Michigan-Ann Arbor | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ | ✔ |
| 2 | Hillsdale College | Undenominational | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| 3 | Michigan State University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| 4 | Hope College | Reformed Church in America | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| 5 | Calvin University | Christian Reformed Church | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| 6 | Kettering University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| 7 | Michigan Technological University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| 8 | University of Detroit Mercy | Roman Catholic | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
| 9 | University of Michigan-Dearborn | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| 10 | Northern Michigan University | Not affiliated | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
*dormitory capacity
**yearly costs