Colleges in Michigan
Michigan is home to 119 colleges and universities, from large flagship research institutions to small liberal arts colleges and community colleges. Use the filters below to find the right fit by campus lifestyle, safety, tuition, and more.
Top Colleges by Enrollment
119 total in MichiganMichigan State University
Michigan State University is a public 4-year institution in East Lansing, MI. Enrollment: ~40,922 students. Admissions are accessible (85% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $40,562/year.
University of Michigan-Ann Arbor
University of Michigan-Ann Arbor is a public 4-year institution in Ann Arbor, MI. Enrollment: ~34,177 students. Admissions are selective (16% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $52,904/year.
Grand Valley State University
Grand Valley State University is a public 4-year institution in Allendale, MI. Enrollment: ~18,854 students. Admissions are accessible (83% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $19,296/year.
Wayne State University
Wayne State University is a public 4-year institution in Detroit, MI. Enrollment: ~15,587 students. Admissions are accessible (81% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $28,346/year.
Western Michigan University
Western Michigan University is a public 4-year institution in Kalamazoo, MI. Enrollment: ~12,568 students. Admissions are accessible (85% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $16,668/year.
Oakland University
Oakland University is a public 4-year institution in Rochester Hills, MI. Enrollment: ~12,351 students. Admissions are accessible (88% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $24,708/year.
Eastern Michigan University
Eastern Michigan University is a public 4-year institution in Ypsilanti, MI. Enrollment: ~10,055 students. Admissions are accessible (80% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $13,950/year.
Central Michigan University
Central Michigan University is a public 4-year institution in Mount Pleasant, MI. Enrollment: ~10,035 students. Admissions are accessible (90% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $12,750/year.
Ferris State University
Ferris State University is a public 4-year institution in Big Rapids, MI. Enrollment: ~8,106 students. Admissions are accessible (91% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $12,740/year.
Northern Michigan University
Northern Michigan University is a public 4-year institution in Marquette, MI. Enrollment: ~6,556 students. Admissions are accessible (84% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $16,848/year.
Saginaw Valley State University
Saginaw Valley State University is a public 4-year institution in University Center, MI. Enrollment: ~5,989 students. Admissions are accessible (72% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $26,144/year.
Michigan Technological University
Michigan Technological University is a public 4-year institution in Houghton, MI. Enrollment: ~5,955 students. Admissions are accessible (92% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $37,800/year.
University of Michigan-Dearborn
University of Michigan-Dearborn is a public 4-year institution in Dearborn, MI. Enrollment: ~5,952 students. Admissions are accessible (56% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $27,648/year.
University of Michigan-Flint
University of Michigan-Flint is a public 4-year institution in Flint, MI. Enrollment: ~4,411 students. Admissions are accessible (70% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $24,088/year.
Hope College
Hope College is a private 4-year institution in Holland, MI. Enrollment: ~3,288 students. Admissions are accessible (79% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $36,300/year.
Calvin University
Calvin University is a private 4-year institution in Grand Rapids, MI. Enrollment: ~3,193 students. Admissions are accessible (71% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $37,990/year.
Davenport University
Davenport University is a private 4-year institution in Grand Rapids, MI. Enrollment: ~3,134 students. Admissions are accessible (98% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $20,064/year.
Baker College
Baker College is a private 4-year institution in Owosso, MI. Enrollment: ~3,026 students. Admissions are accessible (82% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $12,180/year.
University of Detroit Mercy
University of Detroit Mercy is a private 4-year institution in Detroit, MI. Enrollment: ~2,438 students. Admissions are accessible (75% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $30,154/year.
Northwood University
Northwood University is a private 4-year institution in Midland, MI. Enrollment: ~1,974 students. Admissions are accessible (65% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $29,000/year.
Lawrence Technological University
Lawrence Technological University is a private 4-year institution in Southfield, MI. Enrollment: ~1,668 students. Admissions are accessible (56% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $36,480/year.
Madonna University
Madonna University is a private 4-year institution in Livonia, MI. Enrollment: ~1,632 students. Admissions are accessible (63% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $24,900/year.
Adrian College
Adrian College is a private 4-year institution in Adrian, MI. Enrollment: ~1,604 students. Admissions are accessible (73% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $38,032/year.
Hillsdale College
Hillsdale College is a private 4-year institution in Hillsdale, MI. Enrollment: ~1,573 students. Admissions are selective (21% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $28,730/year.
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