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Central Michigan University

Mount Pleasant, Michigan 48859

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Known for business — excellent value

Central Michigan University is a public institution in Mount Pleasant with particular strength in business and psychology. With an average SAT of 1099, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.

A mid-sized campus of 9.9K undergraduates with a 16:1 student-faculty ratio. The town location creates a classic college-town feel.

62% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $55,874 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $16,041.

Established
1892
Motto
Sapientia, Virtus, Amicitia
Type
Public research university
Conference
Interstate
Division
Division I

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91%Acceptance
1099SAT Avg
9,916Students
16:1Student:Faculty
62%Grad Rate
$55,874Earnings 10yr
$16,041Net Price

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

Central Michigan University Launches New Data Science Minor

Starting Fall 2026, students can pursue an interdisciplinary data science minor combining CS, statistics, and domain courses.

tuition2026-02-28

Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27

The board of trustees approved a 3.2% tuition increase for the upcoming academic year, in line with peer institutions.

Admissions

Acceptance Rate91.0%

SAT Score Ranges

Average: 1099

Reading & WritingMid: 565
490620
MathMid: 550
470590

ACT Score Range

CompositeMid: 23
2127

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.

Admissions Intel

Acceptance Rate

91.0%

Trend

SAT Avg

1099

Yield Rate

35.0%

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Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition (in-state)$14,190
Tuition (out-of-state)$14,190
Room & Board$12,178
Books & Supplies$1,240
Total Cost of Attendance$26,470
Average Net Price$16,041
Median Debt at Graduation$27,000
Monthly Payment (10yr)$286

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$12,672
$30–48K$11,638
$48–75K$14,182
$75–110K$17,215
$110K+$18,780

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.

Debt & Aid Detail

Net Price Trend

Tuition Trend

Graduate w/ Zero Debt

32.1%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$23,183

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Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

65

Peer Average

92

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus police, emergency alert system, blue-light phones

Incident Breakdown (2024)

13

Burglary

3

Aggravated Assault

2

Robbery

4

Motor Vehicle Theft

8

Sex Offenses

0

Arson

20

Drug Arrests

15

Liquor Arrests

Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).

Programs (194)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

74%

Negative
  • •74% first-year retention rate
  • •Active student organizations
  • •Engaged campus community

Mental Health Services

Counselor Ratio

1:350

24/7 Crisis Line

Yes

Free Sessions

12 per year

Avg Wait

5 days

Walk-in hours available weekdays

Disability Services

Dedicated OfficeOffice of Disability Services
Extended test timeNote-taking assistanceHousing accommodationsAccessible transportation

ADA-compliant campus with ongoing accessibility improvements

Dining

Rating

★★★★☆

Score

4/5

Meal Plan

$6,200/yr

VegetarianVeganGluten-freeHalalKosher

Multiple dining halls with farm-to-table options

Student Body

Undergrads
9,916
Gender Split
61% / 39%
Women / Men
First Generation
29%
Pell Grant Recipients
31%

Race & Ethnicity

White 76%
Black 8%
Hispanic 5%
Asian 1%
Two+ 4%
Int'l 3%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate61.8%
Freshman Retention73.7%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$46,567
10 Years$55,874

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.

Rankings

Forbes
#408
↑1
vs 2024
Washington Monthly
#206
—
vs 2024

More About This School

Varsity Sports

LacrosseBasketball programBasketball tournamentSwimmingTrack

History & Fun Facts

  • •History Central Michigan Normal School (1905) CMU opened in 1892 as the Central Michigan Normal School and Business Institute.
  • •For the first year, 31 students attended classes in the Carpenter Building in downtown Mount Pleasant.
  • •Bellows surveyed the future location of the campus and was involved in the construction of the original Main Building, which opened in September 1893.

Source: Wikipedia

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

112Above Average

Housing and food costs are higher than national average

Climate (School Year)

68°
Sep
55°
Oct
42°
Nov
30°
Dec
25°
Jan
28°
Feb
38°
Mar
50°
Apr
62°
May
Snowfall: 48"Sunny days: 200Rainy days: 120

Nearest Cities

Bostonpop. 675,647
90 miles(95 min)
Hartfordpop. 121,054
60 miles(70 min)

Transit Scores

BikeableCampus shuttle: Free campus shuttle runs 7am-midnight
72
Walk Score
45
Transit Score
68
Bike Score

Local Economy

Unemployment Rate3.2%
Top Employers
UniversityRegional Medical CenterTech corridor firms
Key Industries
EducationHealthcareTechnology

Getting There

Nearest Airports

DTW Detroit119 mi
MKE Milwaukee163 mi
ORD Chicago O'Hare194 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA698 mi · ~20h 10m drive
New York, NY586 mi · ~16h 56m drive
Hartford, CT627 mi · ~18h 7m drive
Providence, RI689 mi · ~19h 54m drive
Albany, NY559 mi · ~16h 9m drive
Syracuse, NY435 mi · ~12h 34m drive
Rochester, NY361 mi · ~10h 26m drive
Buffalo, NY301 mi · ~8h 42m drive
Philadelphia, PA555 mi · ~16h 2m drive
Pittsburgh, PA328 mi · ~9h 29m drive
Harrisburg, PA466 mi · ~13h 28m drive
Newark, NJ577 mi · ~16h 40m drive
Washington, DC516 mi · ~14h 54m drive
Baltimore, MD516 mi · ~14h 54m drive
Atlanta, GA680 mi · ~19h 39m drive
Charlotte, NC615 mi · ~17h 46m drive
Raleigh, NC630 mi · ~18h 12m drive
Miami, FL1259 mi · ~36h 22m drive
Orlando, FL1057 mi · ~30h 32m drive
Tampa, FL1088 mi · ~31h 26m drive
Nashville, TN524 mi · ~15h 8m drive
New Orleans, LA986 mi · ~28h 29m drive
Richmond, VA568 mi · ~16h 25m drive
Chicago, IL187 mi · ~5h 24m drive
Detroit, MI123 mi · ~3h 33m drive
Minneapolis, MN430 mi · ~12h 25m drive
St. Louis, MO444 mi · ~12h 50m drive
Kansas City, MO595 mi · ~17h 11m drive
Indianapolis, IN274 mi · ~7h 55m drive
Columbus, OH267 mi · ~7h 43m drive
Cleveland, OH213 mi · ~6h 9m drive
Milwaukee, WI162 mi · ~4h 41m drive
Dallas, TX990 mi · ~28h 36m drive
Houston, TX1119 mi · ~32h 20m drive
Austin, TX1163 mi · ~33h 36m drive
San Antonio, TX1237 mi · ~35h 44m drive
Los Angeles, CA1903 mi · ~54h 59m drive
San Francisco, CA1995 mi · ~57h 38m drive
San Diego, CA1898 mi · ~54h 50m drive
Seattle, WA1818 mi · ~52h 31m drive
Portland, OR1854 mi · ~53h 34m drive
Denver, CO1074 mi · ~31h 2m drive
Phoenix, AZ1624 mi · ~46h 55m drive
Salt Lake City, UT1396 mi · ~40h 20m drive
Honolulu, HI4384 mi · ~126h 39m drive
Upper Midwest / Northeast (cold winters, warm summers)

Visit Planning

Suggested Itinerary

9:00 AMArrive & park
Visitor parking lot
Free parking with visitor pass
9:30 AMCheck in at Admissions
Admissions Office
10:00 AMInformation session
Welcome Center
45 minutes
11:00 AMCampus tour
Starts at Welcome Center
75 minutes, student-led
12:30 PMLunch
Main Dining Hall
Visitor meal passes available
1:30 PMDepartment visit
Academic buildings
Schedule with department directly
2:30 PMExplore campus independently
Library, student center, residence halls

Airport Transit

Detroit (DTW)119 miles
Rental car
179 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
238 min$143-238
Milwaukee (MKE)163 miles
Rental car
245 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
326 min$196-326

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