Central Michigan University
- 4 Year
- MOUNT PLEASANT, MI
Central Michigan University
- grade BOverall Grade
- 4 Year
- MOUNT PLEASANT, MI
- Rating 3.71 out of 5 2,917 reviews
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Report Card
- Academicsgrade B
- Valuegrade B+
- Diversitygrade B+
- Campusgrade B
- Athleticsgrade A minus
- Party Scenegrade A
- Professorsgrade B+
- Locationgrade C+
- Dormsgrade B
- Campus Foodgrade B
- Student Lifegrade A minus
- Safetygrade B minus
About
Athletic Division
NCAA Division I-FBS
Athletic Conference
Mid-American Conference
From Central Michigan University
At Central Michigan University, we believe that every great success begins with a Fired-Up attitude. Finding innovative solutions to problems old and new requires a modern approach. We bring that to our education with innovative programs built to meet industry needs, flexible delivery modes to meet you where you are, and a focus on career preparation through the practical knowledge and the proven ability to apply it. Our students graduate ready to lead in their fields.
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Admissions
Application Deadline
Rolling Admissions
Acceptance Rate
77%
SAT Range
1010-1220
ACT Range
20-26
Application Fee
$40
SAT/ACT
Considered but not required
High School GPA
Required
Accepts Common App
Yes
Will You Get In?
Will You Get Into CMU?
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Cost
Net Price
$16,880 / year
National
$15,523Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
Average Total Aid Awarded
$10,288 / year
National
$7,535Students Receiving Financial Aid
97%
Scholarship
Academics
Professors
grade B+
Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
Student Faculty Ratio
14:1
Evening Degree Programs
Yes
73%
of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes. 166 responses63%
of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want. 198 responses53%
of students agree that the workload is easy to manage. 197 responsesMajors
Most Popular Majors
- Psychology336 Graduates
- Business235 Graduates
- Marketing190 Graduates
- Kinesiology and Exercise Science183 Graduates
- Community Organization and Advocacy149 Graduates
- Logistics and Supply Chain Management119 Graduates
- Hospitality and Tourism Management103 Graduates
- Radio and Television103 Graduates
- Accounting90 Graduates
- Finance90 Graduates
Online
Programs Offered Entirely Online
2
Offers Online Courses
Yes
Online Certificate Programs
0
Online Associates Programs
0
Online Bachelor's Programs
2
Students
Full-Time Enrollment
9,807 Undergrads
Part-Time Undergrads
1,610
Undergrads Over 25
13%
Pell Grant
31%
Varsity Athletes
5%
Campus Life
Freshmen Live On-Campus
No data available
Poll
55%
of students say that Greek life is average, and no one will treat you differently if you don't join. 228 responsesPoll
65%
of students say varsity sports are a big part of campus life. 283 responsesAfter College
Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
$41,900 / year
National
$33,028Graduation Rate
62%
National
49%Employed 2 Years After Graduation
95%
National
83%84%
of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation. 125 responsesCentral Michigan University Reviews
Rating 3.71 out of 5 2,917 reviews
I transferred last year to CMU and was welcomed by so many outgoing and caring faculty and students. The classes I have taken have helped bolster my future and what I want for my career. I have truly found joy in what I am doing and what I am going to do and I have the CMU CSD and ASL programs, specifically, to thank for that. I do live off campus so it has been difficult to really get involved in more clubs and organizations but I am slowly figuring out how to balance work, school, and home life to get them to meet. Fortunately, CMU has great leaders representing them who are able to help me work out these types of conflicts and get me involved! Another big thing that I love about CMU is the opportunities they have there. I work on campus in the FPS office and everyone there are so cheerful, insightful, and welcoming, not just to me but the others I see coming in. Overall, without the people at CMU, my life would be totally different and I am so grateful for being part of the school!
It was super fun. Loved the people and the atmosphere. I enjoyed the activities offered to students, as well as the studying services. Overall a great school.
There are some amazing professors that I am currently friends with! However, there are also some horrible professors that don't know what they were teaching and harass their students. The governing body of CMU is grotesquely removed from its students, often ignoring any complaints left by the staff and students. The only time they ever act on something is if they receive bad publicity. CMU does not actually care about its students. For example, the campus shouts diversity, but does nothing when racism occurs on campus. Furthermore, their finance department makes mistakes that cost you money every single semester. If you go here, please check your finances and go over every single item on that list!
I would not recommend going here. I actively tell people not to. If I could redo college, I would never go here even with the half-ride scholarship I was given. It wasn't worth it. The only reason I am giving it 2 stars is because of the few amazing professors I had.
I would not recommend going here. I actively tell people not to. If I could redo college, I would never go here even with the half-ride scholarship I was given. It wasn't worth it. The only reason I am giving it 2 stars is because of the few amazing professors I had.