Overview
Student Population
| Location | Mount Pleasant, Michigan |
| Online | cmich.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Setting | Distant Town |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in Mount Pleasant, Michigan, Central Michigan University is a mid-size four year public college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. In the most recent statistical year 18,517 prospective students applied, and 14,273 were granted admission. Of those admitted 1,910 enrolled in the school. 11,433 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 3,991 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2021/2022, excluding room and board, is $12,750 plus fees of $450. CMU is ranked 659 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2023 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
Ratings
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Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
CMU is rated within the lower 44% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 5 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
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Rankings
Rankings for Central Michigan University within the 2023 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#659 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#231 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#21 in Best Colleges in Michigan
#10 in Best Public Colleges in Michigan
#20 in Best Value Colleges in Michigan
View the CollegeSimply ranking methodology.
Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1010/1220 |
| ACT | 20/26 |
| GPA | 3.47 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | May 1, 2023 |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $40 |
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Annual Cost to Attend
Michigan Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 |
| Other Fees | $450 |
| Room and Board | $10,920 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $1,250 |
| Total One Year Cost | $26,370 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 |
| Other Fees | $450 |
| Room and Board | $10,920 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $1,250 |
| Total One Year Cost | $26,370 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 24% |
| Education | 16% |
| Recreation, Leisure and Fitness Studies | 8% |
| Communication | 7% |
| Social Sciences | 6% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=169248 IPEDS survey data for Central Michigan University.
Current students may use the Central Michigan University GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.