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Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine

Western Michigan University School of Medicine

Kalamazoo, Michigan 49007

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Private urban college in Kalamazoo

Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine is a private urban institution in Kalamazoo, Michigan. The school is accessible to a wide range of students.

Established
2012
Type
Private medical school

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News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine 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 Intel

Yield Rate

35.0%

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Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition—

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

35.0%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

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Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

16

Peer Average

13

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus police, emergency alert system, blue-light phones

Incident Breakdown (2024)

4

Burglary

1

Aggravated Assault

1

Robbery

1

Motor Vehicle Theft

2

Sex Offenses

0

Arson

4

Drug Arrests

3

Liquor Arrests

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

Programs (6)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

85%

Mixed
  • •85% 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
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Rankings

U.S. News
#45
↑2
vs 2024
Forbes
#52
↓1
vs 2024
Niche
#38
↑3
vs 2024

More About This School

History & Fun Facts

  • •History In October 2007, the new president of Western Michigan University, John M.
  • •Consultants were retained to conduct detailed feasibility assessments in 2008 with funding provided by the local Kalamazoo Community Foundation.
  • •By January 2009 feasibility studies indicated that Kalamazoo had existing assets and infrastructure suitable for developing a medical school.

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 Detroit114 mi
ORD Chicago O'Hare121 mi
MKE Milwaukee126 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA741 mi · ~21h 24m drive
New York, NY608 mi · ~17h 34m drive
Hartford, CT663 mi · ~19h 9m drive
Providence, RI727 mi · ~21h drive
Albany, NY603 mi · ~17h 25m drive
Syracuse, NY482 mi · ~13h 55m drive
Rochester, NY409 mi · ~11h 49m drive
Buffalo, NY343 mi · ~9h 55m drive
Philadelphia, PA565 mi · ~16h 19m drive
Pittsburgh, PA316 mi · ~9h 8m drive
Harrisburg, PA472 mi · ~13h 38m drive
Newark, NJ599 mi · ~17h 18m drive
Washington, DC505 mi · ~14h 35m drive
Baltimore, MD512 mi · ~14h 47m drive
Atlanta, GA594 mi · ~17h 10m drive
Charlotte, NC550 mi · ~15h 53m drive
Raleigh, NC584 mi · ~16h 52m drive
Miami, FL1182 mi · ~34h 9m drive
Orlando, FL979 mi · ~28h 17m drive
Tampa, FL1006 mi · ~29h 4m drive
Nashville, TN428 mi · ~12h 22m drive
New Orleans, LA888 mi · ~25h 39m drive
Richmond, VA542 mi · ~15h 39m drive
Chicago, IL109 mi · ~3h 9m drive
Detroit, MI129 mi · ~3h 44m drive
Minneapolis, MN427 mi · ~12h 20m drive
St. Louis, MO351 mi · ~10h 8m drive
Kansas City, MO520 mi · ~15h 1m drive
Indianapolis, IN177 mi · ~5h 7m drive
Columbus, OH210 mi · ~6h 4m drive
Cleveland, OH207 mi · ~5h 59m drive
Milwaukee, WI129 mi · ~3h 44m drive
Dallas, TX898 mi · ~25h 57m drive
Houston, TX1022 mi · ~29h 31m drive
Austin, TX1070 mi · ~30h 55m drive
San Antonio, TX1143 mi · ~33h 1m drive
Los Angeles, CA1850 mi · ~53h 27m drive
San Francisco, CA1958 mi · ~56h 34m drive
San Diego, CA1840 mi · ~53h 9m drive
Seattle, WA1817 mi · ~52h 29m drive
Portland, OR1844 mi · ~53h 16m drive
Denver, CO1025 mi · ~29h 37m drive
Phoenix, AZ1561 mi · ~45h 6m drive
Salt Lake City, UT1360 mi · ~39h 17m drive
Honolulu, HI4352 mi · ~125h 43m 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)114 miles
Rental car
171 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
228 min$137-228
Chicago O'Hare (ORD)121 miles
Rental car
182 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
242 min$145-242

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