Alma College — Among the 40 plus major and professional study programs is a strong Natural Sciences Department that offers the following areas of study: Biochemistry, Chemistry, Environmental Studies, Geology, Mathematics, Physics, and more. Alma College is within 40 miles of the Mid-Michigan Region.
Eastern Michigan University — Technology majors at EMU include 22 undergraduate and 13 graduate programs in engineering, design, applied technology, and a special polymers and coatings curriculum for the fields of polymers, paints, coatings, plastics, rubber, adhesives, inks, and more. Many graduates pursue careers in research and development, or technical manufacturing. EMU is located near Ann Arbor, less than an hour drive from Mid-Michigan.
Ferris State University — Located in Big Rapids just an hour's drive from the Mid-Michigan area, Ferris offers nearly 200 educational programs. Among them is the College of Technology offering over 30 specialized degrees in applied sciences. Students can earn doctorates, master's, bachelor's and associate degrees and can follow career pathways in Engineering / Manufacturing and Industrial Technology which includes the following ares of study: Welding, Plastics Technology, Industrial Chemistry Technology, Industrial Electronics Technology, Mechanical Engineering, and more.
Michigan State University — is defining what it means to be a land-grant university in the twenty-first century. From its roots as the nation’s pioneer land-grant institution, the university has a long tradition of using the research and knowledge developed at MSU to create practical solutions that make a difference for individuals and communities across Michigan and around the world. Today, Michigan State is one of the top 100 universities in the world and is only a hour's drive from the Great Lakes Bay Region. MSU has numerous areas of study including Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Physics and much more.
University of Michigan — Internationally renowned for research and education, the University of Michigan offers a wide variety of degree programs for undergraduate and graduate students. Students experience the "Michigan Difference" and our strong tradition of excellence in the classroom, on the playing field, and in the community. The Unviersity of Michigan's main campus is in Ann Arbor, which is only 96 miles south of the Great Lakes Bay. Michigan also has a satellite campus in nearby Flint. With over 200 undergraduate majors, Michigan offers a number of areas of study, such as, Biophysics, Chemical Engineering, and Industrial and Operations Engineering. Michigan also offers a number of graduate opportunities.
Wayne State University — is a comprehensive university with 13 colleges and schools. We offer more than 350 academic programs, including 126 bachelor's degree programs, 139 master's degree programs, 60 doctoral degree programs and 30 certificate, specialist and professional programs. Solar related programs include: School of Business Administration, College of Engineering, and more.
