Welcome to Rackham!

YOU BELONG HERE

Welcome to the diverse community of Rackham graduate students and alumni.

COVID-19 Links to an external site.

Find resources, updates, and information of specific interest to graduate students in light of COVID-19.

HOW RACKHAM HELPS Links to an external site.

The Rackham Graduate School is home to over 8,200 students, about half the graduate students on campus. We offer centralized services and special opportunities for all Rackham students.

LIVING IN ANN ARBOR Links to an external site.

If you are new to U-M, then we'd like to offer some help as you get settled. Check out our tips and resources for making Ann Arbor home.

ACADEMIC & PROFESSIONAL RESOURCES Links to an external site.

Learn about the people, offices, and tools that can help you thrive academically and stand out professionally.

SUPPORT SYSTEM Links to an external site.

Where to get help with challenges or problems either academically or in your personal life if the need arises.

STAY CONNECTED Links to an external site.

U-M is a big place, but you are never alone as a Rackham student. Stay connected to Rackham and to fellow students during your time here.

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LIVING IN ANN ARBOR

Michigan Union and university bus

GETTING AROUND

Check out your options for bikes, buses, and cars around town and on campus, as well as transportation to take you to and from Ann Arbor.

homes along Huron Street

HOUSING

Planning to live in University housing, in a co-op, or a rental off campus? See resources to help you find a place to call home while you study here.

visiting the doctor

HEALTHCARE

Here’s an overview of nearby hospitals, clinics, and urgent care centers, and information on healthcare insurance options and more.

Ann Arbor Farmers Market

GROCERIES

An easy guide to some of the area’s grocery stores and places to get those international food items you’re craving.

FestiFools public art spectacular

ARTS & CULTURE

An introductory guide to music, art fairs, performance venues, film festivals, cinemas, museums, and libraries fun for children and grown-ups alike.

working out at the gym

SPORTS & RECREATION

U-M and the City of Ann Arbor have countless ways to help you stay active and fit, whether it’s indoors or outdoors, in groups or on your own.

computer lab

EMPLOYMENT

A starting place to find work opportunities and to understand your benefits as a graduate student employee.

Angell Hall, University of Michigan

AND MORE

See more from our Rackham Life section, including safety, finances, religion and spirituality, and volunteering.

ACADEMIC & PROFESSIONAL RESOURCES

Computing & Technology Links to an external site.

Do you know all the computing and technology centers and services available to you as a student? Now's a great time to get acquainted.

Libraries Links to an external site.

The U-M Library system includes 20 libraries and access to many more through Inter-Library Loan. Five independent libraries add to the wealth of material at your fingertips.

Mentoring & Advising Links to an external site.

Read "How to Get the Mentoring You Want" and find campus resources to strengthen your relationship with faculty and others who mentor you.

Professional Development and Paths to Careers Links to an external site.

Rackham has multiple ways you can engage in professional development and explore careers, no matter what stage you are in of your graduate education.

Research Assistance and Support Links to an external site.

Find information on statistical consulting, data services, and funding especially for doing research abroad.

Communication, Writing, Language Links to an external site.

Expand your training as an instructor in any course and get support for your writing. Non-native speakers of English can also find an array of English language support.

 

Rackham Fall Welcome 2014

STAY CONNECTED

Rackham Student Newsletter on iPhone
Make sure your voice is heard, plus plug into Rackham’s many information channels for real-time updates. There are lots of ways to stay engaged.