Mcard Deals and Discounts Available for Faculty and Staff
The Mcard is the University of Michigan's single-card program that combines the features of photo identification, library borrowing card, building access, meal plans, and ATM/debit card access all on one card. Many businesses and organizations offer discounts when you show your Mcard at the time of payment or at time of offer.
Find information about deals and discounts available to U-M faculty, staff, students and retirees.
A staff member's tip for getting great values:
"Take time to cruise around this site. There's a lot of good and useful information here. After reading the list of discounted products and services listed, it might encourage you to do what I do when I make purchases or eat at restaurants — Ask the merchant: 'Do you give a UM discount?' Sometimes the answer is 'yes' even though the vendor may not be listed."
De Bora McIntosh
Administrative Coordinator, UMHS Housing Bureau for Seniors
Computers
- Compute at the U: Resources for using university technology on personal computers; includes free software and storage options
- Tech Shop—Offers academic pricing on personal technology to the U-M community, as well as tech support and hardware repair services. The Showcase carries computers, tablets, software, audio accessories, adapters and more. Qualifying staff and faculty can use payroll deduction for purchase. Student account billing is also available at the beginning of each term.
Education-related discounts and perks
Health-related discounts and perks
- Child Car Seat Safety Class
- Michigan Visiting Nurses Lifeline service discount program for family members of U-M faculty and staff
Library Services
- Askwith Media Library (film, video, DVD, audio cassette and CD, and laserdisc lending library)
- Library Privileges
Sports and Recreation-related discounts and perks
Golf Courses
The University has two golf courses:
- The UM Golf Course, located at 500 E. Stadium Blvd., telephone 615-4653, is an Alister MacKenzie design open to faculty and staff (and their spouses/partners) on a daily green-fees basis. Faculty and staff members must present their UM ID when registering.
- Radrick Farms Golf Course, designed by Pete Dye, is located at 4875 Geddes Road, telephone 998-7040. Faculty and staff are eligible for a season-pass or to play on a daily fee basis.)
- Gyms and Fitness Centers Offering Discounts to U-M Faculty and Staff Members
- Outdoor Equipment Rental
- U-M Rec Sports Memberships
- U-M Flint Recreation Center
For information about sporting events and recreational attractions around the U, visit the Uniquely Michigan Entertainment page.
Transportation-Related Discounts and Perks
- AATA Bus Pass (The Ride)
- After-Hours Transportation
- Automobile Purchase and Car Repair Discounts
- Campus Bus Service
- Logistics, Transportation & Parking
Travel-Related Discounts and Perks
Used Furniture and Equipment
- Property Disposition: Sales outlet for surplus equipment such as computers, copiers, office furniture, dormitory furniture, lab equipment, pictures, hospital equipment, kitchen supplies and other items.