School Information

66.6
Total Cost $20,297
Total Enrollment 27,247
Student-to-Faculty Ratio 21 : 1

Central Michigan University

http://www.cmich.edu
Mount Pleasant, Michigan 48859
(989) 774-4000

Central Michigan University serves Michigan and the larger community as a doctoral/research-intensive public university focused on excellent teaching and student-focused learning. The University is committed to providing a broad range of undergraduate and graduate programs and services to prepare its students for varied roles as responsible citizens and leaders in a democratic and diverse society. Its programs encourage intellectual and moral growth, prepare students for meaningful careers and professions, instill the values of lifelong learning, and encourage civic responsibility, public service and understanding among social groups in a global society. The university emphasizes an undergraduate program that maintains a balance ...show more »

General Information
Institution Type 4-year, Public
Special Learning Opportunities ROTC (Army)
Teacher certification
Distance learning opportunities
Study abroad
Weekend/evening college
Student Services Remedial services
Academic/career counseling service
Employment services for students
Placement services for completers
Credit Accepted Dual credit
Credit for life experiences
Advanced placement (AP) credits
Religious Affiliation Not applicable
Federal Aid Eligible students may receive Pell Grants and other federal aid (e.g. Direct Loans).
Degrees/Certificates Offered Bachelor's degree
Postbaccalaureate certificate
Master's degree
Post-master's certificate
Doctor's degree - research/scholarship
Doctor's degree - professional practice
Campus Setting Town: Distant
Disability Services Student 3% or less
 
School Costs

At Central Michigan University, 87.0% percent of first-time undergrads receive financial aid, 54.0% receive grants and/or scholarships (an average of $4,908), and 58% receive loans ($7,583 on average). On-campus room and board costs about $7,896.

Taking into account total living expenses and financial aid, the average net cost of attending Central Michigan University is $14,183 per year.

Yearly Tuition
Central Michigan University Tuition Costs
Tuition Undergrad in State $10,170
Tuition Undergrad Out of State $23,670
Tuition Graduate in State $10,416
Tuition Graduate Out of State $18,384
Living Costs
Total Expense in State on Campus $20,297
Total Expense Out of State On Campus $33,797
 
Enrollment & Graduation Rates

In Fall 2009, 17,223 people applied to Central Michigan University. Of the applicants, 72.0% were admitted (71.0% male & 73.0% female ) and 30.0% accepted (31.0% male and 29.0% female)

Of the 20,581 undergraduate students at Central Michigan University, 11.0% are part-time. A majority (87.0%) of the undergrad students are under 25 years of age. And 72.0% of the 6,666 graduate students are part-time.

Percent of In-State Undergrads     97.0%
Full Time Retention Rate     76.0%
Part Time Retention Rates     32.0%
Four-Year Graduation Rate     20.0%
Six-Year Graduation Rate     57.0%
Overall Graduation Rate     57.0%
 
Admissions
Yearly Application Deadline Dec. 1
Admissions Office Phone 888-292-5366
Admissions Office Email cmuadmit@cmich.edu
Admissions Office Address Warriner Hall 102, Mount Pleasant, MI 48859
Admissions Transfer URL http://www.cmich.edu/Admissions/Transfers.htm
Admissions Website http://www.cmich.edu/Admissions.htm (find financial aid info here)
Application Website http://apply.cmich.edu/
Application Fee $35

In order to be accepted to Central Michigan University, you should have:

  • A High School GPA
  • A High School Record
  • Completed a college prep course
  • SAT and ACT test scores
  • TOEFL
 
Test Scores
Central Michigan University SAT SCORES
SAT Reading (25th Percentile) 438
SAT Reading (75th Percentile) 560
SAT Math (25th Percentile) 450
SAT Math (75th Percentile) 570
SAT Writing (25th Percentile) 240
SAT Writing (75th Percentile) 480
ACT Composite (25th Percentile) 20
ACT Composite (75th Percentile) 25
ACT English (25th Percentile) 19
ACT English (75th Percentile) 24
ACT Math (25th Percentile) 18
ACT Math (75th Percentile) 25
 
Central Michigan University Programs
 

Number of Reported Graduates Last Year
(According to the US National Center for Education Statistics)

Program Name Certificate Associate Bachelor Master Doctorate
Architecture and related services 20
Interior Architecture 20
Area, ethnic, cultural, and gender studies 2
European Studies/Civilization 1
Women's Studies 1
Biological and biomedical sciences 88 18
Biochemistry 1
Biological and Biomedical Sciences, Other 2
Biology/Biological Sciences, General 39 12
Biomedical Sciences, General 46
Conservation Biology 6
Business, management, marketing, and related support services 71 899 798
Accounting 72
Accounting and Related Services, Other 1
Actuarial Science 4
Business Administration and Management, General 15 92 48
Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other 8 158 290
Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies 119
Fashion Merchandising 52
Finance, General 80
Financial Planning and Services 14
Hospitality Administration/Management, General 23
Hotel/Motel Administration/Management 0
Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General 19 41 241
International Business/Trade/Commerce 0 14 15
Logistics and Materials Management 45
Management Information Systems, General 8 26 88
Marketing/Marketing Management, General 138
Operations Management and Supervision 12
Organizational Behavior Studies 20 106
Purchasing, Procurement/Acquisitions and Contracts Management 1 1 10
Real Estate 5
Retailing and Retail Operations 2
Communication, journalism, and related programs 286 21
Advertising 26
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric 24 9
Journalism 36
Organizational Communication, General 22 2
Photojournalism 10
Public Relations/Image Management 90
Radio, Television, and Digital Communication, Other 78 10
Computer and information sciences and support services 2 62 9
Computer Science 16 6
Computer/Info Tech Services Administration & Management, Other 0 3
Data Modeling/Warehousing and Database Administration 2
Information Technology 46
Education 34 606 542 13
Adult and Continuing Education Administration 25
Art Teacher Education 16
Biology Teacher Education 9
Business Teacher Education 8
Chemistry Teacher Education 0 2
Community College Education 0
Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services 79
Early Childhood Education and Teaching 59 6
Education, General 274
Education/Teaching of Individuals with Emotional Disturbances 51
Education/Teaching of Individuals with Mental Retardation 15
Educational Leadership and Administration, General 34 10 13
Educational, Instructional, and Curriculum Supervision 47
Elementary Education and Teaching 60 5
English/Language Arts Teacher Education 85
Family and Consumer Sciences/Home Economics Teacher Education 10
French Language Teacher Education 1
Geography Teacher Education 1
German Language Teacher Education 1
Health Teacher Education 3
History Teacher Education 25
Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching 10
Mathematics Teacher Education 56 0
Music Teacher Education 29 13
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching 27 1
Physics Teacher Education 1
Reading Teacher Education 17
Science Teacher Education/General Science Teacher Education 69
Secondary Education and Teaching 4
Social Studies Teacher Education 56
Spanish Language Teacher Education 8
Special Education and Teaching, General 2
Speech Teacher Education 7
Teacher Education/Profess Development, Subject Areas, Other 0
Teaching English as Second/Foreign Language/ESL Language Instructor 4
Technology Teacher Education/Industrial Arts Teacher Education 9 43
Engineering 23
Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering 6
Manufacturing Engineering 2
Mechanical Engineering 15
Engineering technologies/technicians 2 100 31
Automotive Engineering Technology/Technician 53
Computer Technology/Computer Systems Technology 1
Construction Engineering Technology/Technician 28
Engineering/Industrial Management 2 31
Manufacturing Technology/Technician 5
Mechanical Engineering/Mechanical Technology/Technician 13
English language and literature/letters 72 13
Creative Writing 27 3
English Composition 5
English Language and Literature, General 45 5
Family and consumer sciences/human sciences 117 17
Child Development 55
Family Systems 52
Foodservice Systems Administration/Management 10
Human Development and Family Studies, General 4
Human Nutrition 13
Foreign languages, literatures, and linguistics 17 1
French Language and Literature 2
German Language and Literature 1
Spanish Language and Literature 14 1
Health professions and related clinical sciences 14 213 238 75
Athletic Training/Trainer 21
Audiology/Audiologist and Hearing Sciences 34
Communication Disorders, General 91
Dietetics/Dietitian (RD) 32
Health/Health Care Administration/Management 14 28 166 3
Physical Therapy/Therapist 38
Physician Assistant 43
Public Health Education and Promotion 23 0
Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist 28
Therapeutic Recreation/Recreational Therapy 18 1
History 0 53 11 2
American History (United States) 0
History, General 53 11 2
Legal professions and studies 1
Legal Studies, General 1
Liberal arts and sciences, general studies and humanities 29
Humanities/Humanistic Studies 29
Mathematics and statistics 8 8 0
Mathematics, General 7 8 0
Statistics, General 1
Multi/interdisciplinary studies 2 12
Cognitive Science 3
Gerontology 2
Mathematics and Computer Science 1
Neuroscience 8
Natural resources and conservation 29
Environmental Science 1
Environmental Studies 2
Natural Resources/Conservation, General 26
Parks, recreation, leisure, and fitness studies 285 50
Health and Physical Education, General 8
Kinesiology and Exercise Science 131 11
Parks, Recreation and Leisure Facilities Management 59 4
Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies 21
Sport and Fitness Administration/Management 66 35
Philosophy and religious studies 14
Philosophy 12
Religion/Religious Studies 2
Physical sciences 24 10
Astronomy 2
Chemistry, General 6 7
Geology/Earth Science, General 8
Meteorology 6
Oceanography, Chemical and Physical 0
Physics, General 2 3
Psychology 5 187 29 11
Clinical Psychology 8 7
Experimental Psychology 8 2
Industrial and Organizational Psychology 6 1
Psychology, General 187
School Psychology 5 7 1
Public administration and social service professions 6 171 135
Community Organization and Advocacy 133
Public Administration 6 135
Social Work 38
Social sciences 201 23
Anthropology 8
Economics, General 22 13
Geography 5
Geography, Other 8 1
International Relations and Affairs 18
Political Science and Government, General 46 7
Social Sciences, General 11
Social Sciences, Other 50
Sociology 33 2
Visual and performing arts 81 7
Acting 4
Art/Art Studies, General 18
Conducting 1
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General 3
Fine/Studio Arts, General 7 1
Graphic Design 28
Music Performance, General 3
Music Theory and Composition 1 2
Music, General 17
Technical Theatre/Theatre Design and Technology 1
Visual and Performing Arts, Other 2
 
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