University of Michigan - Ann Arbor

November 24, 2024

University Information

The University of Michigan, frequently referred to simply as Michigan, is a public research university located in Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States.

Important Dates and Deadlines

Dates and deadlines will vary depending on whether students are looking into U-M or non-UM programs. It will also vary based upon the School/College/Department that's administering the program. For non-UM programs, the deadline is the one set by the study abroad program.

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Past Review A Brief But Incredible Month In Buenos Aires! CEA CAPA Education Abroad: Buenos Aires, Argentina

"I gained an appreciation of a completely different culture and way of life. I proved to myself that I can easily live in another country with a different language and way of living. I gained knowledge of the history and culture of the people, as well as the spanish language. I think this was an absolutely worthwhile experience t..."

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Past Review Incredible The Education Abroad Network (TEAN): Sydney - University of New South Wales

"I learned a lot about living alone and being put into a situation where I had to meet new people and make new friends. I was no longer an hour or 2 away from my family but a whole day and I was forced to take matters into my own hands and figure out situations on my own. It was incredibly worthwhile."

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Past Review Anywhere Would Have Been Good, But Sydney Was Better The Education Abroad Network (TEAN): Sydney - University of New South Wales

"My four months in Australia were easily some of the best of my life. I was given the opportunity to learn a new city and fall in love with the amazing place that Australia is. From the beginning, the staff made me feel safe and secure, and after four months there I can say that they did more than that. I learned what it was like..."

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Past Review Woah Baby! I Love Forum Nexus So Incredibly Much! Forum-Nexus: Ultimate Summer in Europe - 7 Cities in 1 Month

"The most worthwhile trip ever! I learned a ton about my own culture and all the cultures we visited and a lot about other cultures. I gained valuable knowledge about how to interact and work with different people from all over the world. "

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Past Review Pura Vida CEA CAPA Education Abroad: San Jose, Costa Rica

"Definitely worthwhile, mostly because you learn so much about yourself via these adventures!"

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Past Review Production Design Intern Study Away and Internship Programs in New York City

"I gained/learned the ability to work in a very unstructured environment and how to retrofit my skill set in the real world. You may think an architect is only valuable behind a computer, but there are many areas where planning, spatial layout, and design can be used. Due to the experience I gained in NYC, I was about to land a ..."

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Past Review Amazing 4 Months In Barcelona Through Cea! CEA CAPA Education Abroad: Barcelona, Spain

"I learned a lot about different cultures and also grew greatly as a person. It was extremely worth while. "

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Past Review Unforgettable Experience With Heritage Greece American College of Greece: Heritage Greece Summer Program

"I am a Greek-American so it was an opportunity to connect with my heritage, other Greek-Americans, and young Greeks in their environment. I was always aware of the cultural history, but I learned so much about Modern Greece by being there. Totally worthwhile and I loved every moment. "

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Past Review Great For Those With Little Foreign Experience, Less So For The Well Traveled ISA Study Abroad in Valparaíso/Viña del Mar, Chile

"Was it worthwhile? Yes and no. I was hoping for a little more of an authentic experience - less 'tourist-y'. Some of that was on me; I could have done more to try to get myself involved in the culture, but some of it was a result of the program trying to save us from being uncomfortable. On the other hand, I had a blast, and..."

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Past Review The Summer Of My Dreams Syracuse University: Florence - Syracuse University in Florence, Summer

"I gained a better understanding of both the Italian and American cultures, as well as how the rest of the world views America. I now have a deeper appreciation for the values we hold dear--freedom, personal liberty, etc--as well as for the extent of the knowledge we can gain from other cultures (specifically, Americans would do ..."

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Past Review Unforgettable API (Academic Programs International): Bilbao - Universidad de Deusto

"Culture experience of Spain, improvement of language skills. YES!"

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Past Review Great Cultural Experience In A Beautiful Country. CIEE: Rabat - Language and Culture

"A good understanding of Moroccan lifestyle. It wasn't a crazy party experience at all, there was much more just sitting and absorbing and relaxing. I liked to spend time with my host family and just do what they did on a daily basis with them. I also gained a lot of independence and travel confidence."

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Past Review Best 4 Months Ever The Education Abroad Network (TEAN): Sydney - University of New South Wales

"My experience abroad was amazing. I did not want to leave and I cannot wait to go back to Sydney."

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Past Review Having A Blast And Learning A Lot In London CEA CAPA Education Abroad: London, England

"It was completely worthwhile. I learned that I want to work with kids and live in a city and I gained independence because I went abroad without knowing anyone on my program."

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Past Review Copenhagen And Beyond DIS Copenhagen: Semester

"I took advantage of the Scandinavian-themed classes and loved it. It was the one semester I did not focus on science/engineering classes and I'm glad I branched out. Professors are amazing for the most part and very knowledgeable."

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Past Review A Mixed Review Of A University Of Queensland Study Abroad Exerience The University of Queensland: Brisbane - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

"I need to say that whoever does this program, MUST plan a trip to New Zealand. It was awesome. I will upload some pictures in this review. My week throughout the entire south island of New Zealand completely eclipses the rest of my experience abroad. It's also expensive (paid for a planned tour that included transportation a..."

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Past Review Amazing! I Wish I Can Stay Longer! CEA CAPA Education Abroad: Barcelona, Spain

"I believe that this program is definitely worth my time. I believe that my Spanish has improved and I learned a lot about this wonderful city. "

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Past Review Mind Opening. IES Abroad: Buenos Aires - Society & Culture

"Yes. It was amazing to experience life from a foreigner's perspective. The people were so different in so many fascinating ways."

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Past Review Enriching ISA Study Abroad in Dublin, Ireland

"I learned a lot in my english and history classes at Trinity. It was worthwhile."

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Past Review My Minds Abroad Experience In Kunming: Exactly What I Was Looking For Minds Abroad: Chinese Language and Culture Study Programs in Yunnan

"My study abroad experience was extremely worthwhile and provided me the perfect opportunity to build upon what I had learned in school. I gained a interesting perspective into general Chinese culture, Chinese history (one of my co-workers was a history buff), Chinese business (my teacher ran her own clothing store and my host fa..."

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Past Review Ghana For The Third Time This Summer! ThisWorldMusic: Traveling - Study in Ghana: Music, Arts, Culture

"It was a fantastic experience, I encourage everyone to consider it!"

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Past Review France: Watch Out For Those Pastries CEA CAPA Education Abroad: Paris, France

"Study abroad was one of the best experiences I have had. I got to travel all around Europe, learn about immersing myself in a new culture and was even able to take classes that were not offered at my home institution. I was already planning on working internationally in the future, but studying abroad confirmed my thoughts. "

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Past Review London Changed My Life Internships in London

"This experience helped me step out of my confront zone. I had the ability to meet new people from all over the world and better learn how the work and live. This was an experience I would suggest everyone to embark upon. EiABroad did a great job of mixing both work and play together. The team they have assembled really under..."

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Past Review Forum Nexus: A One Of A Kind Study Abroad Trip! Forum-Nexus: Ultimate Summer in Europe - 7 Cities in 1 Month

"Forum-Nexus was an amazing trip that changed my life. You get to see so many countries and make so many new friends, as well as learning a lot educationally. It truly was a great experience."

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Past Review Rome: My Home Away From Home CEA CAPA Education Abroad: Rome, Italy

"This study abroad experience has opened my eyes to a completely different culture. In America, everything is fast pace, but in Italy, everything gets done eventually. I have gained a better appreciation for time as well as relaxation. Additionally, I am more aware of how I act as an American in a foreign country. I have adapted ..."

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