About UM-Flint

Mission

The University of Michigan-Flint is a comprehensive urban university of diverse learners and scholars committed to advancing our local and global communities. In the University of Michigan tradition, we value excellence in teaching, learning and scholarship; student-centeredness; and engaged citizenship. Through personal attention and dedicated faculty and staff, our students become leaders and the best in their fields, professions and communities.

Programs

The University of Michigan-Flint offers a diverse range of academic programs, providing students with opportunities to pursue well-defined career paths or explore their educational and professional interests. Whether students arrive with concrete plans or a desire to discover new possibilities, UM-Flint supports them in shaping their future. A full list of degree programs, including dual degree options, is available here .

College of Arts, Sciences & Education (CASE)

diverCASE offers over 40 majors in the liberal arts and sciences, along with State of Michigan certification programs for secondary teaching. Degrees offered include:

• Undergraduate: Bachelor of Arts (BA), Bachelor of Science (BS), Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies (BIS), Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS), Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Bachelor of Music (BM), and Bachelor of Music Education (BME).
• Graduate: Master of Arts in Arts Administration, Master of Arts in Liberal Studies, Master of Public Administration, Master of Arts in Education, Master of Arts in Educational Technology, Education Specialist (EdS), and Doctor of Education (EdD) in Educational Leadership.

College of Health Sciences (CHS)

CHS prepares students for careers in health-related fields through the following programs:

• Undergraduate: Bachelor of Science (BS) in Health Care Administration, Public Health, Health Sciences, Exercise Science, Health Information Technology, Radiation Therapy, Respiratory Therapy, and Social Work.
• Graduate: Master of Science (MS) in Health Services Administration, Health Care Management, and Physician Assistant Studies; Master of Public Health (MPH); Master of Social Work (MSW); Doctor of Anesthesia Practice (DAP); Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) and transitional DPT; and Ph.D. in Physical Therapy. Several dual doctoral degree programs are also available.

School of Management (SOM)

An AACSB-accredited professional school, SOM offers programs in business and leadership, including:

• Undergraduate: Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) with eight major options, Bachelor of Science in Accounting.
• Graduate: Master of Business Administration (MBA), Master of Science in Accounting (MSA), Master of Science in Leadership and Organizational Dynamics, Master of Science in Supply Chain Management, Master of Science in Applied Finance, and Doctor of Business Administration (DBA).

School of Nursing (SON)

SON provides multiple undergraduate and graduate pathways in nursing, including:

• Undergraduate: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) through four pathways-Traditional BSN, Accelerated Second Degree BSN, Veterans to BSN, and RN to BSN.
• Graduate: Master of Science in Nursing (MSN); Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP); DNP/MBA dual degree; and Post-Graduate Certificates in Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner, and Nurse Educator.

College of Innovation and Technology (CIT)

CIT offers bachelor’s degrees in technology to prepare students for careers in industries such as digital design, automotive, manufacturing, artificial intelligence, healthcare, aerospace, and cybersecurity. Graduate degree programs include:

• Master of Science (MS) in Artificial Intelligence, Biology, Computer Science & Information Systems, Cybersecurity, Data Analytics, Data Science, Digital Transformation, Human-Centered Design, Smart Manufacturing, and Software Engineering.
• Master of Science in Engineering (MSE) in Electrical & Computer Engineering and Mechanical Engineering.
• Doctoral Program: Ph.D. in Computing.

Additional Graduate Programs

Through the Horace H. Rackham School of Graduate Studies, UM-Flint also offers:

• Master of Arts (MA) in Liberal Studies in American Culture.
• Master of Public Administration (MPA).
• Master of Arts in Arts Administration.

Course Scheduling & Availability

UM-Flint operates on a year-round academic calendar, including fall, winter, and summer semesters. Courses are available:

• In-person: Daytime, late afternoon, and evening.
• Online & Hybrid Formats: Fully online and mixed-mode options.
• Weekend Offerings: Select courses available on Saturdays during fall, winter, and summer terms.

History

In an 1837 letter to family back east, Ann Arbor resident Sarah C. Miles Case wrote, “A branch of the Michigan University at Ann Arbor is to be established in Flint at some future day.”

That day was Sept. 23, 1956, nearly 120 years after Sarah penned the first recorded mention of a University of Michigan-Flint campus. On that autumn morning, 167 students began their first day at Flint Senior College, located where Mott Community College is today.

Owing to the vision, generosity, and leadership of community leaders in Flint and Ann Arbor, the school continued to evolve and adapt to the needs of the community it was established to serve.

In 1970, the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools accredited what was then called Flint College. In 1971, the U-M Board of Regents officially changed the institution’s name to the University of Michigan-Flint. That same year, University of Michigan President Robben Fleming appointed the first Chancellor of the University of Michigan-Flint, William E. Moran.

In the late 1970s, the university began moving to a property in the heart of downtown Flint, building a riverfront campus with a small collection of buildings, including the Classroom Office Building (affectionately known as CROB to UM-Flint Alumni), the Harding Mott University Center, and the Recreation Center. As student enrollment grew, the Murchie Science Building opened in 1988, and in 2021, a new wing for expanded STEM courses opened. A gift from benefactor Frances Willson Thompson led to the building of the striking Thompson Library in 1994. In 2001, UM-Flint expanded north for the first time with the opening of the William S. White Building, which houses health classrooms and labs. Today, the modern and inviting campus spans over 70 acres along the Flint River. 

As a community partner, the university has acquired existing buildings throughout the downtown area and turned them into viable parts of the campus over time. These spaces include the University Pavilion, Northbank Center, and the Riverfront Conference Center. 

In 2006, UM-Flint celebrated 50 Years of Excellence. The university finally became a residential campus in 2008 when 300 students moved into the First Street Residence Hall, and a second residence hall was added, with the addition of the Riverfront Residence Hall in 2015. 

Today, more than 6,000 students are enrolled at UM-Flint and pursue more than 70 areas of study. Five central academic units, consisting of the College of Arts, Sciences & Education, the School of Management, the College of Health Sciences, the School of Nursing, and the College of Innovation & Technology offer students various degree programs. 

Professors pour their expertise and creativity into developing research and service-learning projects that match course curricula with the world’s most pressing issues. These projects bring learning to life, address community needs, and fulfill students’ desires to contribute to the common good. This dedication to service has earned UM-Flint many accolades. In 2010 and again in 2019, UM-Flint received the prestigious Carnegie Classification for Civic Engagement. Then, in 2012, UM-Flint was selected as the first recipient of the “Engaged Campus of Year Award” presented by the Michigan Campus Compact.

In 2016, UM-Flint marked its 60th anniversary, celebrating its position as one of only three campuses of the world-renowned University of Michigan. Today, the campus continues to transform as it grows academically with new undergraduate and graduate degree offerings, expanding partnerships with local and regional entities and industries, and remains committed to making an affordable, accessible education possible to the community.

Educational Objectives

The University of Michigan-Flint’s vision, “Engaging Minds, Preparing Leaders through Academic Excellence, Student-Centeredness, and Engaged Citizenship,” reflects its commitment to student success and community impact.

As a comprehensive urban university, UM-Flint serves a diverse community of learners and scholars, dedicated to advancing both local and global communities. Upholding the University of Michigan tradition, we value excellence in teaching, learning, and scholarship, student-centeredness, and engaged citizenship. Through personalized attention and the dedication of faculty and staff, our students develop into leaders in their fields, professions, and communities.

Originally established in 1956 as Flint College of the University of Michigan, UM-Flint is one of three campuses in the University of Michigan system. From its founding, the University has represented a collaborative effort among the University, the State of Michigan, and the Flint community to create and sustain a distinguished educational institution for students with outstanding ambition, ability, and leadership potential.

Students at UM-Flint benefit from access to the resources of the broader University of Michigan system, while also experiencing the advantages of a smaller, student-focused institution. Individual growth and intellectual development are encouraged through close, often informal engagement between students and faculty.

The University’s urban setting and the growing demand for well-trained professionals in fields such as education, government, business, technology, the arts, and health and human services have shaped its academic offerings. These programs are designed to provide specialized professional training, supported by a comprehensive general education curriculum. This structure ensures that students develop the knowledge, intellectual skills, values, and perspectives necessary to make thoughtful, informed decisions throughout their lives and careers.

Accreditation and Assessment

The University of Michigan-Flint is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, located at 230 South LaSalle Street, Suite 7-500, Chicago, Illinois 60604.

In addition to institutional accreditation, many of the University’s academic programs maintain program-level accreditation through the following professional organizations:

• Engineering & Technology: Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET)
• Occupational Therapy: Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (AOTA)
• Physician Assistant Studies: Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA)
• Chemistry: American Chemical Society (ACS)
• Human Research Protections: Association for the Accreditation of Human Research Protection Programs (AAHRPP)
• Business & Management: Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business International (AACSB)
• Health Administration: Association of University Programs in Health Administration (AUPHA)
• Allied Health: Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP)
• Healthcare Management: Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Management Education (CAHME)
• Health Informatics & Information Management: Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management (CAHIIM)
• Physical Therapy: Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE)
• Respiratory Care: Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC)
• Nursing: Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE)
• Teacher Education: Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP)
• Nurse Anesthesia: Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs (COA)
• Public Health: Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH)
• Social Work: Council on Social Work Education (CSWE)
• Radiologic Technology: Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT)
• Education: Michigan Department of Education (MDE)
• Law Enforcement: Michigan Law Enforcement Accreditation Program
• Early Childhood Education: National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)
• Music: National Association of Schools of Music (NASM)

Grounded in the principles of student-centered learning, assessment at the University of Michigan-Flint supports our mission of excellence in teaching, learning, and scholarship. Through the collection and analysis of evidence on student learning, we gain insight into the knowledge, skills, and perspectives students develop throughout their education. This reflective process informs sound decision-making, enhancing academic programs and ensuring that graduates are well-prepared to lead in their fields, professions, and communities.

Assessment of student learning and achievement is a collaborative, campus-wide effort that offers opportunities for students, faculty, staff, and alumni to provide meaningful feedback to academic programs. Its primary purpose is to improve teaching and learning at the University of Michigan-Flint. Additionally, assessment supports accreditation, research, grant funding, and other institutional objectives. The University encourages all members of the community to actively engage in this vital process. More information is available at our assessment home page.

University of Michigan Board of Regents

Jordan B. Acker, Southfield
Michael J. Behm, Flint
Mark J. Bernstein, Ann Arbor
Paul W. Brown, Ann Arbor
Sarah Hubbard, Okemos
Denise Ilitch, Bingham Farms
Carl J. Meyers, Dearborn
Katherine E. White, Ann Arbor
Santa Ono, ex officio

University of Michigan Executive Officers

Santa Ono, President of the University

Laurence B. Alexander, Chancellor, University of Michigan-Flint

Thomas A. Baird, Vice President for Development

Geoffrey S. Chatas, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

Domenico Grasso, Chancellor, University of Michigan-Dearborn

Martino Harmon, Vice President for Student Life

Richie C. Hunter, Vice President for Communications

Jon Kinsey, Vice President and Secretary of the University

Chris Kolb, Vice President for Government Relations

Arthur Lupia, Interim Vice President of Research & Innovation

Timothy G. Lynch, Vice President and General Counsel

Laurie McCauley, Provost and Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs

Ravi Pendse, Vice President for Information Technology and Chief Information Officer

Marschall S. Runge, Executive Vice President for Medical Affairs

University of Michigan-Flint Executive Officers

Laurence B. Alexander, Chancellor

Yener Kandogan, Interim Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs

Christopher Giordano, Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs

Gerald Glasco, Interim Vice Chancellor for Business and Finance

Shari Schrader, Vice Chancellor for University Advancement

Academic Deans

Sapna Thwaite, Vice Provost for Academic Affairs

Stephen W. Turner, Vice Provost for Assessment and Accreditation

Jeannette Stein, Associate Dean, College of Arts, Sciences & Education

Christopher Douglas, Interim Dean, College of Arts, Sciences & Education

Donna Fry,  Dean, College of Health Sciences

Allon Goldberg, Associate Dean, College of Health Sciences

Chris Pearson, Dean, College of Innovation and Technology

Yener Kandogan, Interim Dean, School of Management

Keith Kelley, Associate Dean, School of Management

Cynthia McCurren, Dean, School of Nursing

Emeritus Faculty

Paul A. Adams, Associate Professor Emeritus of Biology 

Lois L. Alexander, Professor Emerita of Music

Charles G. Apple, Associate Professor Emeritus of Communication

Roy C. Barnes, Professor Emeritus of Sociology

Anita Barry, Professor Emerita of Linguistics

Janice G. Bernsten, Associate Professor Emerita of Linguistics

Donald Boys, Associate Professor Emeritus of Physics

Mary E. Cox, Professor Emerita of Physics and Engineering

Donald E. DeGraaf, Professor Emeritus of Physics

Harry J. D’Souza, Professor Emeritus of Mathematics 

Charles E. Dunlop, David M. French Professor & Professor Emeritus of Philosophy

Hani I. Fakhouri, Professor Emeritus of Anthropology 

Thomas C. Foster, Professor Emeritus of English

Harry Frank, Professor Emeritus of Psychology 

Lauren D. Friesen, David M. French Professor & Professor Emeritus of Theatre

Carolyn M. Gillespie, Professor Emerita of Theatre 

Peter R. Gluck, Professor Emeritus of Political Science

Richard Gull, Professor Emeritus of Philosophy

Kristina D. Hansen, Associate Professor Emerita of Mathematics

Robert W. Heywood, Professor Emeritus of History 

Richard Hill-Rowley, Associate Professor Emeritus of Earth & Resource Science

Scott Johnson, Professor Emeritus of Marketing

Martin M. Kaufman, David M. French Professor & Professor Emeritus of Earth & Resource Sciences

Larry M. King, Associate Professor Emeritus of Mathematics

Linda D. Knecht, Clinical Associate Professor Emerita of Nursing

Larry W. Koch, Associate Professor Emeritus of Sociology

Judith J. Kollmann, Professor Emerita of English

Robert M. Kren, Professor Emeritus of Chemistry

Lawrence D. Kugler, Professor Emeritus of Mathematics

Neil O. Leighton, Professor Emeritus of Political Science

Marsha L. Lesley, Associate Professor Emerita of Nursing

William J. Lockwood, Professor Emeritus of English 

William A. Marsh, David M. French Professor & Professor Emeritus of Physical Geography

Marilyn R. McFarland, David M. French Professor & Professor Emerita of Nursing

Renate McLaughlin, Provost & Vice Chancellor of Academic Affairs Emerita & Professor Emerita of Mathematics

William J. Meyer, Professor Emeritus of Political Science

Douglas E. Miller, Associate Professor Emeritus of Art & German

Tevfik Nas, Professor Emeritus of Economics

Paul E. O’Donnell, Professor Emeritus of Foreign Languages

L. Nathan Oaklander, David M. French Professor and Professor Emeritus of Philosophy

Mary E. Periard, Associate Professor Emerita of Nursing

Mark J. Perry, Professor Emeritus of Finance

Paul K. Peterson, Associate Professor Emeritus of Philosophy

Albert C. Price, Professor Emeritus of Political Science

Wesley D. Rae, Professor Emeritus of English

Randall L. Repic, Professor Emeritus of Earth & Resource Sciences

Theodosia S. Robertson, Associate Professor Emerita of History

Lois M. Rosen, Professor Emerita of English

Judy V. Rosenthal, Professor Emerita in Anthropology

A. Raymond Roth, Associate Professor Emeritus of Music

Kathryn Schellenberg, Associate Professor Emerita of Sociology

Kenneth E. Schilling, Professor Emeritus of Mathematics

John B. Schroeder, Associate Professor Emeritus of Political Science

Suzanne Selig, Professor Emerita of Health Care

R. Shantaram, Associate Professor Emeritus of Computer Science

Ronald E. Silverman, Professor Emeritus of Psychology

Beverley A. Smith, Associate Professor Emerita of Anthropology

Robert W. Stach, Professor Emeritus of Chemistry

Lawrence R. Stump, Clinical Assistant Professor Emeritus of Public Health & Health Sciences

Frederic Svoboda, Professor Emeritus of English

Dale J. Trela, Professor Emeritus of English

Harriet M. Wall, Professor Emerita of Psychology

Victor K. Wong, Professor Emeritus of Physics

Lung-Chiang Wu, Associate Professor Emeritus of Computer Science

Matthew Wyneken, Associate Professor Emeritus of Education

Jacqueline L. Zeff, Professor Emeritus of English 

UM-Faculty and Staff

Faculty and Staff listings may be found through the Campus Directory https://www.umflint.edu/search-directory/.

For More Information

The University of Michigan-Flint welcomes inquiries in person, by telephone or by mail.  All university offices may be reached by calling 810-762-3000, or you may call offices directly by using the numbers below.

Visits

Visitors are welcome on campus at any time during normal business hours. Those interested in admission should call the Office of Admissions and Recruitment for an appointment.

Non-Discrimination Policy Notice

The University of Michigan, including the Ann Arbor, Dearborn and Flint campuses as well as Michigan Medicine, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University of Michigan is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, height, weight, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

Inquiries or complaints may be addressed to the Equity, Civil Rights and Title IX Office (ECRT) as follows:

• Sex/Gender Identity/Gender Expression/Sexual Orientation, including sexual misconduct:

  ECRT Sexual and Gender-Based Misconduct Director and Title IX Coordinator

• Disability:

  ECRT Disability Director and ADA Coordinator

• Race/Color/National Origin/Age/Marital Status/Religion/ Height/Weight/Veteran Status:

  ECRT Civil Rights Director

Inquiries or complaints may be addressed to the above individuals at:

• Equity, Civil Rights and Title IX Office

  2072 Administrative Services Building, Ann Arbor, Michigan 48109-1432, 734-763-0235, TTY 734-647-1388, ecrtoffice@umich.edu

• Equity, Civil Rights and Title IX Office

  1114 Administration Building, Dearborn, Michigan 48128-2405, 313-436-9194, ECRT-Dearborn@umich.edu

• Equity, Civil Rights and Title IX Office

  1000 Northbank Center 432 North Saginaw Street Flint, MI 48502-1950, 810-237-6517, UMFlintECRT@umich.edu

Title IX Notice: Sex discrimination is prohibited by federal law through Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972. The University of Michigan does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education programs or activities that it operates, including admissions and employment. Title IX also prohibits retaliation against reporters of sex discrimination, including reports of sex discrimination against administrators and other employees, and the University of Michigan will investigate alleged retaliation for participation in the Title IX process. Inquiries concerning the application of Title IX may be made to the Title IX Coordinator and/or the Assistant Secretary of the United States Department of Education. Reports of sex discrimination, including sexual harassment, may be made to the Title IX Coordinator at any time at the contact information above.

For other University of Michigan information call 734-764-1817.