Mount Pleasant, MI

Central Michigan University

At a Glance
Admission, Tuition, Population, and more
Updated: July 13, 2024
Central Michigan University is a four-year, public school located in Mount Pleasant, MI.
It is a R2 university with high research activities.
Central Michigan University is accredited by Higher Learning Commission.

90% Acceptance Rate

For 2024-25 admission, 21,969 applied, 19,732 accepted, and 2,222 enrolled in Central Michigan.
858 men and 1,360 women first-time, full-time students enrolled.
Admission Stats

1,080 SAT, 24 ACT

In 2024-25, the average SAT score is 1,080 and ACT score is 24. The SAT score of 1080 is average, 50 to 59 as in percentile.
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SAT Score
Total96010801200
Evidence-Based Reading and Writing490550610
Math470530590
ACT Score
Composite212427
Math192427
English202327
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2025 Tuition & Fees

The 2025 tuition & fees are $15,480 for undergraduate programs and $17,187 for graduate programs.
Tuition has increased by 8.16% compared to last year at Central Michigan University.
Cost Breakdown

Financial Aid

8,345 undergraduate students have awarded and the average amount of the aid awarded is $11,004.
For freshmen, 1,925 students (97%) have received financial aid and its average amount is $10,638.
Detailed Financial Aid

Student Population

A total of 14,488 students enrolled Central Michigan in 2025.
By gender, 5,685 men and 8,803 women students are enrolled.
There are 10,193 undergraduate and 4,295 graduate students.
More Demographics Stats

295 Major Programs

  • 23 programs through online
  • 94 graduate programs

Offered Degrees

  • Certificate Programs
  • Bachelor's
  • Master's
  • Doctorate
  • Post-graduate Certificate
Area of Study

Graduation Rate

The graduation rate of Central Michigan is 59%.
The retention rate is 75% for full-time and 75% for part-time students.
Graduation Rate
59%
Retention Rate
75%
Students to Faculty Ratio
16 to 1
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Facutly & Staffs

A total of 867 faculties (instructional staffs) are working for Central Michigan and the average faculty salary is $96,194. The studetns to faculty ratio is 16 to 1.
There are 2,273 non-instructional staffs and the average staff salary is $65,929.
Number of Faculties
867
Average Faculty Salary
$96,194
Number of Staffs
2,273
Average Staff Salary
$65,929

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Distance Learning (online classes)
  • ROTC
  • Study Abroad
  • Weekend/Evening College
  • Teacher Certificate

On-Campus Services

  • Academic/career counseling
  • Employment services for students
  • Placement services
  • Libraries
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Athletics

Central Michigan University is a member of Mid-American Conference (MAC).
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