The Gerald R. Ford School of Public Policy at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor is a premier institution dedicated to preparing diverse leaders for impactful public service careers worldwide. Renowned for its rigorous, social science-based curriculum, the school equips students with the analytical skills and practical knowledge needed to address complex societal challenges. Offering comprehensive undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs, the Ford School fosters a strong community where distinguished faculty and students collaborate on research and engage with real-world policy issues, driven by a deep commitment to the public good and shaping public policy globally.
View Ford School of Public PolicyThe 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.