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ROTC students get a lot of perks. Not only do they get their college education paid by the U.S. government, but they graduate with guaranteed careers that include free health insurance, housing stipends, and much more. At the University of Michigan, ROTC Detachment 390 trains thousands of candidates and has commissioned many leaders in the U.S. Air Force. ROTC students enjoy being full-time students at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor too, gaining a valuable education that will benefit them for the rest of their lives. Detachment 390 is proud to send forth citizen servants to all corners of the country after graduation, where graduates enjoy interesting careers and the ability to travel around the world!

To get the best training experience possible, ROTC students must live on or near campus. Thankfully, the University of Michigan makes it easy for students to assimilate into campus culture and find a healthy learning-life balance. So where are the best neighborhoods near US Air Force ROTC DET 390? You don’t have to look far to find great spots for ROTC students to thrive either. Most opportunities are right on campus!

About Ann Arbor, Michigan

The University of Michigan is located in Ann Arbor, which is a vibrant city located west of Detroit, Michigan. While the University of Michigan is known for its robust research programs and top-rated academics, Ann Arbor is also an excellent place to live with highly-rated public schools, great nightlife, and easy commutes. Ann Arbor is also rated highly for its diversity of activities, outdoor scenery, housing, and jobs.

The students who attend the University of Michigan have access to everything Ann Arbor has to offer, as well as the abundance of amenities on campus. Every day, students have a wealth of locations to explore such as the University of Michigan Museum of Art, Museum of Natural History, and Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum which is very family-friendly. This trend reflects Ann Arbor’s reputation of being globally inspired and diverse, which makes it a friendly environment for artists to thrive. You will find no lack of art galleries, theatrics, music and other festivals going on, especially during the warmer months.

Students who take advantage of the ROTC program can enjoy the amenities of the university and the city of Ann Arbor when they are not training or learning. Living here is a wonderful opportunity for young people to gain new life experiences and find out more about who they want to be after graduation.

Your Go-To Housing — On Campus

Since most ROTC enrollees are rising seniors and college students, few have spouses or kids to care for. This means that on-campus housing is king. Members of the Air Force ROTC can enjoy college life just like ordinary students by living on campus, with the additional benefit of being in a tight-knit sub-community of individuals in the ROTC.

To get plugged into a dormitory, students must contact the University of Michigan’s Student Life. You can visit the University of Michigan website or call the office directly at (734) 763-3164 during regular business hours. They will tell you about the wide selection of Michigan Housing residence halls that include rec areas, special events, and learning programs. On-campus students also get to enjoy award-winning Michigan Dining that’s available at over 20 different sites across campus. And, whether you live off or on campus, University Unions⁠ serve as the "living rooms" where students can study, eat, work, chat, and relax.

Every year, on-campus housing serves nearly 11,000 students. There are currently 18 residence halls and 1,480 apartment units on campus that accommodate the lifestyles of undergrads, graduate students, and even students with families. To find out which residence type works for you, simply contact Student Life and ask away.

Off-Campus Housing

Want to live away from campus? No problem. This arrangement works well for ROTC students who already have families or who have obligations in the city. To find off-campus housing, check out the University’s handy Beyond the Diag program. Here you can find a wealth of information and resources about living off-campus. They keep their Housing Listing Service up-to-date, so you can find out what’s available so you can apply for housing as soon as possible. Take your time to find out what neighborhoods you’d be interested in. Here are just a few examples of what you’ll find when you open up the list of recommended off-campus communities:

• Owl Creek Apartments
• The Standard Ann Arbor Apartments
• University Towers
• Geddes Hill
• Tower Plaza
• The Varsity
• The Villas at Northstar

There are also a variety of single-family homes and private rooms to rent from residents in Ann Arbor, offering everyone the level of privacy and autonomy they desire.

Storage Units Near US Air Force ROTC Det 390

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