College Overview: University of Michigan

University of Michigan: What about acting?
None of the reviews on here yet acknowledge the stellar theater program at the University of Michigan, that's going to be my focus. LSA is alright, but the School of Music, Theater, and Dance is a whole different boat. If acting is what you're after, U of M is a really good bet. Although U of M isn't a conservatory school, its theater programs offer many conservatory style classes. Its good for the student who wants to pursue acting but also wants a to double major or take in a wider world of th...

University of Michigan: Overrated depending on your standards
Do not trust many of the rankings of UMich. The academic reputation is exaggerated due to the high quality of Ross and engineering. LSA is average at best. Hence, if you're a student interested in the general arts and sciences, this university should not be your first choice if offered alternate options. Many of the students here are the 'work on weekdays, party on weekends' type so don't expect many brilliant and ultra-passionate students of the Harvard/Stanford/Yale/etc league. You won't find ...

University of Michigan: Bureaucracy!
This is a huge, amazing school... unfortunately nobody cares about you here (at least that's how it feels) and you're pretty much on your own. It was a tough transition to get used to, but on a good note if you can make it here you can make it anywhere. I'd say this place is worth it in spite of all of its problems if you're in-state or have some sort of scholarship, otherwise look elsewhere.