Universities generally offer bachelor's degrees that require a minimum of four years of study, as well as graduate degrees. Many universities have some type of residential facilities, although some universities are considered "commuter schools" and have a low percentage of students who actually live on campus. Your guide to four-year universities in Detroit, Michigan includes information such as the number of students who attend, admission requirements, tuition and program focus.
Rochester Hills: Rochester College
Approximately 1000 students attend the Christian college, most of who attend on a full-time basis. It is essentially a commuter school with about 25% of the student body living on campus. The college offers associate's, bachelor's and graduate programs. There are 21 undergraduate programs, and Liberal Arts and Business are the most popular.Admissions: GPA 2.83
Yearly tuition: Over $13,000
Southfield: Lawrence Technological University
Approximately 2,500 students attend the University. Most of the students are part-time commuters with only 15% living on campus. The University offers both bachelor's and graduate programs. The most popular programs are in Engineering, Architecture and Business Administration.Admissions: GPA 3.26
Yearly tuition: $19,000
Rankings: On list of best Midwestern schools for master’s degrees by U.S. News and World Report
Troy: Walsh College of Accountancy and Business Administration
Approximately 3,000 students attend the college in undergraduate, graduate and professional programs. Originally, the Accountancy program made a name for the college, which now offers several business degrees, master's programs and now a graduate program in Executive Leadership.Yearly tuition: $6,000
Ypsilanti: Eastern Michigan University
Over 18,000 students attend the University. Most of the students attend on a full-time basis. The University also has a high number of transfer students. Only about 15% of the students live on campus. The University offers both bachelor’s and graduate degrees and is known for its Teaching, Nursing, Psychology and Business Administration programs.Admissions: GPA 3.1
Yearly tuition: $7,000
Rankings:
- On the list of best Midwestern colleges by The Princeton Review.
- On the list of top Midwestern schools for master’s degrees (tier 3) by U.S. News and World Report.

