Eastern Michigan University is a public university founded in 1849 and located in Ypsilanti, Michigan. As the second oldest public university in Michigan, EMU offers over 300 undergraduate, graduate, and professional degree and certificate programs. Known for its education, business, and psychology programs, with a strong emphasis on hands-on education and diversity, EMU has a safe, suburban environment and offers Study Abroad programs to provide students with a global perspective. In addition, EMU supports veterans and students seeking military careers with an ROTC program and an active student veterans' organization. For families with young children, EMU also offers on-campus daycare. In terms of athletics, EMU boasts 617 student-athletes who participate in intercollegiate athletics.EMU's online master's programs are ranked among the top universities in the nation, with particular strengths in the areas of dietetics, psychology, engineering management, and early childhood education. These online programs help students succeed with their competitive tuition rates and strong support services.