Founded in Detroit in 1817 and moved to Ann Arbor in 1837, the main campus of the University of Michigan spans over 2,800 acres, with 208 major buildings on four primary areas: Central Campus, North Campus, Medical Center, and South (athletic) Campus. Our campus housing system is the 6th largest in the United States and includes the 3rd largest family housing operation. There are 16 residence halls ranging in size from 75 to 1,350 residents with a total of 5,524 rooms. Approximately 9,700 students reside in our traditional residence halls.

The mission of University Housing is to create and sustain diverse learning-centered residential communities that further the goals of the University. Through partnerships with others we provide quality programs, services, and facilities for those we serve in a caring, responsible, and cost-effective manner.