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
91%Acceptance
1099SAT Avg
9,916Students
16:1Student:Faculty
62%Grad Rate
$55,874Earnings 10yr
$16,041Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate91.0%
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1099
Reading & WritingMid: 565
490620
MathMid: 550
470590
ACT Score Range
CompositeMid: 23
2127
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
Programs (194)
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
8 Years$50,848
10 Years$55,874
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$40,900
Men
$53,100
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Source: Wikipedia