Cell Phones & Internet

Cell Phone Providers 

If you would like a cell phone plan in the U.S., we recommend purchasing cell phones and service from official stores affiliated with cell phone companies. Many cell phone providers require two year contracts. If you will be in the U.S. for a limited time, you may want to avoid a contract and instead purchase a pay-as-you-go plan. Examples of cell phone providers and retailers include:

Getting By With WiFi

There are a number of free smartphone apps which you can use to stay connected. The U-M campus offers free Wifi (connect using uniqname and password), as well as some restaurants, bars, shops, etc. Phone plans can be expensive, and with access to free Wifi on campus, consider what works best for you! The following phone applications are great ways to stay connected:

Internet at Home

If your housing does not already come with an internet connection, it is important make arrangements as soon as you know your Ann Arbor address to ensure that you will have a functioning internet connection soon after you arrive. If you are living in an apartment, please check with your housing office or landlord to verify which internet provider company services your building.

The most common internet providers in Ann Arbor are Xfinity and AT&T. Internet providers often offer a number of plans and rates. It is encouraged to research these options before you purchase one and understand all of the terms and conditions prior to purchase.