Students who study real estate at the University of Michigan are equipped to address complex issues and drive sustainable solutions across the built environment globally.
Students who study real estate at Michigan are poised to become next-generation placemakers. They possess the necessary skills and experience to address key challenges to make a positive impact on built environments worldwide.
The Weiser Center for Real Estate’s curriculum emphasizes applied research and community engagement to solve real-world challenges. Students gain practical experience through immersive initiatives in investment and development.
Our students leverage a robust network of industry professionals and alumni, who help shape a curriculum that reflects the evolving market landscape and demands while providing mentorship and internship opportunities.
Students who earn a minor or certificate in real estate at Michigan supplement their major area of studies in a broad range of disciplines, including architecture and urban planning, art and design, business, engineering, public policy, and more.
Our focus is on building sustainable places that minimize the ecological footprint of the built environment. Students explore creating places that offer alternatives to auto-oriented developments and conserve the natural environment.
The Weiser program encourages a progressive approach to developing real estate that builds a sense of place that enhances quality of life for people of all income levels while creating long-term wealth that motivates investors.

Help shape the next generation of placemakers and the global real estate industry. Your knowledge and expertise can make a fundamental difference for University of Michigan students, providing new perspectives and fostering personal and professional growth. Work one-on-one with students to provide invaluable guidance, insight, and expertise.
The 2025 Mentorship Program Sign-Up is now closed. Please check back at a later date for the 2026 application.
Throughout the year, we welcome professionals – including many alumni – in real estate and related disciplines to speak to our students. Past guests have included experts in urban planning, policy, and development; architecture; public housing; and much more. If you are interested in engaging with the Weiser Center for Real Estate as a speaker, please contact us.
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