The University of Michigan (U-M, UMich, or just Michigan) is a public research university in Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States. Founded in 1817, the university is the oldest and largest in Michigan; it was established twenty years before the territory became a state. Michigan is a founding member of the Association of American Universities.
Consistently ranked among the world's top programs, the University of Michigan-Ann Arbor's Philosophy Department offers a rigorous and comprehensive environment for philosophical study. Situated in Ann Arbor, Michigan, the department features distinguished faculty engaged in a broad spectrum of inquiry, from core areas like ethics, metaphysics, and logic to specialized fields. Students can pursue undergraduate majors and minors or highly selective graduate degrees (MA/PhD), benefiting from strong training, particularly in the analytic tradition, and often receiving full funding at the PhD level. The program cultivates essential skills in critical thinking, analysis, and communication, preparing graduates for diverse careers. A vibrant intellectual community thrives through regular colloquia and events like the prestigious Tanner Lecture series.
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