University of Michigan-Ann Arbor fields 3 hockey programs in Ann Arbor, MI — ACHA Division II, ACHA Division III, and NCAA Division I. The combined 2025–26 roster across all programs totals 91 players. Each program operates independently with its own roster, coaching staff, and schedule.
What sets this roster apart is its international composition — 14 players from outside the United States, representing BLR, CHN, Canada. That kind of international reach is unusual for programs at this level and speaks to active recruiting or strong word-of-mouth in those markets.
14 players from outside the United States (BLR, CHN, Canada). Unusual for a club program at this level.
With a 15.6% acceptance rate, this is among the most academically selective programs in ACHA. The hockey and academic bars are both genuinely high — players who succeed here typically have strong profiles on both fronts.
University of Michigan at a Glance
Data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, most recent cohort.
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Where Do University of Michigan Hockey Players Come From?
91 players · 25 states & regions · 2025–26 roster.
Michigan leads the pipeline with 28 players (31%), but the international component is notable: 14 players from BLR, CHN, Canada give this roster an unusually broad geographic reach.
Where Did These Players Play Before University of Michigan?
Prior league breakdown — a proxy for the competitive level players brought with them.
31 players came through competitive junior programs. Junior hockey experience — even at Tier III — represents meaningful development beyond what high school hockey alone provides.
13 players transferred from other college programs. The presence of college transfers often indicates a welcoming environment for players looking to change programs without giving up playing.
Yost Ice Arena
Ann Arbor, MI · 3 minutes from campus
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Is University of Michigan Hockey a Fit for You?
University of Michigan sits at the intersection of elite academics and competitive hockey. With a 15.6% acceptance rate, getting admitted is the primary challenge — the school fields 3 programs (ACHA Division II, ACHA Division III, and NCAA Division I), but draws players who earned a spot at a highly selective institution. If your academic profile is competitive, this is worth a serious look.