The University of Michigan is one of the most prestigious public universities in the world, founded in 1817 — before Michigan was even a state. Located in Ann Arbor, Michigan, U-M (as it's known) consistently ranks #1 or #2 among public universities nationally and has an endowment comparable to elite private institutions. Michigan's alumni network — the largest of any university in the world at over 630,000 — spans virtually every major industry and field. Michigan has exceptional programs across all disciplines. The College of Literature, Science, and the Arts, the Stephen M. Ross School of …