The University of Michigan is one of the leading public research universities in the US. It was established in 1817 and has become the most renowned research center for Optics, Social Sciences, Wireless Integrated Microsystems, and Manufacturing Systems. With three campuses in total, the UM is the best destination for more than 200 undergraduates, 100 doctrinal programs and more than 90 master programs. The main campus is located in Ann Arbor. Two other regional campuses are also located in Dearborn and Flint. The most popular subjects taught here are STEM, Business, Supply Chain/Logistics, Social Work, Architecture, Medicine, Biomedicine, Pharmacy, Dentistry and many more. The retention rate is very high here which indicates students' satisfaction. It is also filled with a rich athletic heritage. For international students, UM has an exclusive student loan program too. With more than 40,000 students, the university organizes an Undergraduate Research Opportunity Program(UROP) for supporting undergraduates students in their research. The University of Michigan is highly selective, in taking the students from over 120 countries. The acceptance rate is between 23% to 27% only which is quiet achievable. They generally take A-grade students for undergraduate programs. Some of the popular alumni include Larry Page, Michael Phelps, and Madonna.