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Eastern Michigan University

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Start: 2026-06-05T14:00:00
Location: Eastern Michigan University

Ypsilanti, Michigan 48197

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Data last updated: May 29, 2026

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Known for health sciences — excellent value

Eastern Michigan University is a public institution in Ypsilanti with particular strength in health sciences and business. With an average SAT of 1046, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.

A large campus of 10.8K undergraduates with a 15:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.

45% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $51,793 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $17,084.

Established

1849

Motto

"Equity, Exemplar, Excellence"

Mascot

Swoop

Type

Public research university

Division

Division II

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81%Acceptance

1046SAT Avg

10,751Students

15:1Student:Faculty

45%Grad Rate

$51,793Earnings 10yr

$17,084Net Price

Admissions

Acceptance Rate81.3%

SAT Score Ranges

Average: 1046

Reading & WritingMid: 535

470600

MathMid: 520

440570

ACT Score Range

CompositeMid: 22

1826

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

Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition (in-state)$15,510

Tuition (out-of-state)$15,510

Room & Board$12,440

Books & Supplies$1,000

Total Cost of Attendance$28,168

Average Net Price$17,084

Median Debt at Graduation$25,000

Monthly Payment (10yr)$265

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$14,925

$30–48K$14,959

$48–75K$16,268

$75–110K$20,089

$110K+$22,274

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

54.0%

Avg Tuition Increase

-4.9%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$18,750

Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

Peer Average

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

24/7 campus police department, blue-light phone network, emergency mass notification system

Incident Breakdown (2024)

Burglary

Aggravated Assault

Robbery

Motor Vehicle Theft

Sex Offenses

Arson

Drug Arrests

Liquor Arrests

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

Programs (251)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

68%

Below Average

Student Body

Undergrads

10,751

Gender Split

59% / 41%

Women / Men

First Generation

34%

Pell Grant Recipients

37%

Race & Ethnicity

White 55%

Black 17%

Hispanic 10%

Asian 3%

Two+ 4%

Int'l 5%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate45.5%

Freshman Retention67.8%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$43,148

10 Years$51,793

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

Rankings

Wall Street Journal

#29

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vs 2024

Washington Monthly

#202

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vs 2024

More About This School

Varsity Sports

Cross countrySwimmingIndoor trackOutdoor trackBasketballBasketball tournamentGymnasticsGolf

History & Fun Facts

•History Main article: History of Eastern Michigan University The Old Main Building was completed in 1852, a year before the normal school open its door.
•It was destroyed in a fire in 1859 and rebuilt in 1860.
•Influenced by similar academies in Europe, the Michigan Legislature founded the Michigan State Normal School in 1849 with its campus in Ypsilanti.
•There was a significant contest among municipalities across Michigan to become the home of the state's first normal school.
•The school officially opened its doors for classes on March 29, 1853, with 122 enrolled students.

Source: Wikipedia

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

93Average

Estimated from MI state average + suburban adjustment

Climate (School Year)

Snowfall: 60"Sunny days: 200Rainy days: 125

Nearest Cities

Detroitpop. 640K

30 mi(52 min)

Clevelandpop. 370K

112 mi(194 min)

Columbuspop. 900K

162 mi(281 min)

Getting There

Nearest Airports

DTW Detroit14 mi

CLE Cleveland108 mi

CMH Columbus160 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA642 mi · ~18h 33m drive

New York, NY509 mi · ~14h 42m drive

Hartford, CT563 mi · ~16h 16m drive

Providence, RI627 mi · ~18h 7m drive

Albany, NY504 mi · ~14h 34m drive

Syracuse, NY384 mi · ~11h 6m drive

Rochester, NY312 mi · ~9h 1m drive

Buffalo, NY246 mi · ~7h 6m drive

Philadelphia, PA468 mi · ~13h 31m drive

Pittsburgh, PA226 mi · ~6h 32m drive

Harrisburg, PA376 mi · ~10h 52m drive

Newark, NJ500 mi · ~14h 27m drive

Washington, DC416 mi · ~12h 1m drive

Baltimore, MD420 mi · ~12h 8m drive

Atlanta, GA589 mi · ~17h 1m drive

Charlotte, NC508 mi · ~14h 41m drive

Raleigh, NC521 mi · ~15h 3m drive

Miami, FL1156 mi · ~33h 24m drive

Orlando, FL956 mi · ~27h 37m drive

Tampa, FL990 mi · ~28h 36m drive

Nashville, TN453 mi · ~13h 5m drive

New Orleans, LA922 mi · ~26h 38m drive

Richmond, VA462 mi · ~13h 21m drive

Chicago, IL207 mi · ~5h 59m drive

Detroit, MI30 mi · ~52 min drive

Minneapolis, MN517 mi · ~14h 56m drive

St. Louis, MO427 mi · ~12h 20m drive

Kansas City, MO613 mi · ~17h 43m drive

Indianapolis, IN216 mi · ~6h 14m drive

Columbus, OH162 mi · ~4h 41m drive

Cleveland, OH112 mi · ~3h 14m drive

Milwaukee, WI224 mi · ~6h 28m drive

Dallas, TX972 mi · ~28h 5m drive

Houston, TX1082 mi · ~31h 15m drive

Austin, TX1139 mi · ~32h 54m drive

San Antonio, TX1212 mi · ~35h 1m drive

Los Angeles, CA1949 mi · ~56h 18m drive

San Francisco, CA2058 mi · ~59h 27m drive

San Diego, CA1938 mi · ~55h 59m drive

Seattle, WA1908 mi · ~55h 7m drive

Portland, OR1938 mi · ~55h 59m drive

Denver, CO1124 mi · ~32h 28m drive

Phoenix, AZ1657 mi · ~47h 52m drive

Salt Lake City, UT1459 mi · ~42h 9m drive

Honolulu, HI4451 mi · ~128h 35m drive

Upper Midwest / Northeast (cold winters, warm summers)

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