Overview
Student Population
22,869| Location | Kalamazoo, Michigan |
| Online | wmich.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Size | Large |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Religious Affiliation | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in Kalamazoo, Michigan, Western Michigan University is a large four year public college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. In the most recent statistical year 14,263 prospective students applied, and 11,741 were granted admission. Of those admitted 3,178 enrolled in the school. 16,173 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 6,696 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2017/2018, excluding room and board, is $11,020 plus fees of $923. WMU is ranked 646 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2019 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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Getting In
Admission Standards
Average| SAT | 1040/1260 |
| ACT | 20/26 |
| GPA | 3.28 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
Annual Cost to Attend
Michigan Resident Tuition
$11,020| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $958 |
| Other Fees | $923 |
| Room and Board | $9,848 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,390 |
| Total One Year Cost | $25,139 |
Out of State Tuition
$13,776| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $958 |
| Other Fees | $923 |
| Room and Board | $9,848 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,390 |
| Total One Year Cost | $27,895 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
$48,900 per yearBachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
56% within 6 yearsPopular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 22% |
| Education | 11% |
| Health Professions | 8% |
| Communication | 6% |
| Engineering | 6% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=172699 IPEDS survey data for Western Michigan University.
