responsive image

Central Michigan University

About Central Michigan University

The University of Central Michigan is a public research university in the United States. The university is one of the largest public universities in the United States, with an area of 871 acres in Mount Pleasant, Michigan. In 1892, the university was founded. Central Michigan University is dedicated to providing high-quality education to the next generation of global leaders. The university's undergraduate, master's, doctoral, and professional programmes are all internationally recognised. The university also offers a number of online courses. Medicine, engineering, business, communication, science, technology, the arts, and education are all part of the academic spectrum.The university's colleges include the College of Arts and Media, College of Business Administration, College of Education and Human Services, The Herbert H. and Grace A. Dow College of Health Professions, College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences, College of Medicine, College of Science and Engineering, and the Herbert H. and Grace A. Dow College of Health Professions, College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences, College of Medicine, and College of Science and Engineering.

Art & Design, School of Broadcast & Cinematic Arts, Communication, Journalism, School of Music, and Theatre & Dance are the various departments of the College of Arts and Media. Business Information Systems, Economics, Entrepreneurship, Finance & Law, Management, Marketing & Hospitality Services Administration, and School of Accounting are all part of the College of Business Administration. Counseling & Special Education, Educational Leadership, Human Environmental Studies, Recreation, Parks & Leisure Services, and Teacher Education & Professional Development are all part of the College of Education and Human Services.

Communication Sciences and Disorders, School of Health Sciences, School of Rehabilitation & Medical Sciences, Physical Education & Sports, and Physical Therapy are among the departments in the Herbert H. and Grace A. Dow College of Health Professions. The departments of Cultural & Global Studies, English Language & Literature, History, Military Science & Leadership, Museum Studies, Philosophy & Religion, Political Science & Public Administration, Psychology, Sociology, Anthropology & Social Work, Women & Gender Studies, and World Languages & Cultures make up the College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences. Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Earth & Atmospheric Sciences, Geography & Environmental Studies, Neuroscience, School of Engineering & Technology, Mathematics, and Physics are among the departments in the College of Science and Engineering.

Central Michigan University Rankings

  • #1262 Global Universities - US News & World Report 2021
  • #249 National University Ranking - US News & World Report 2021

Central Michigan University Admission Requirements

International Students must submit the following documents and scores for their application submission:

  • Transcripts of all previously attended institutes
  • copy of the biographic page of passport
  • Compulsory exams for UG and PG level- SAT/ACT/GRE/GMAT
  • Standard ELP tests - TOEFL/IELTS.
  • Other ELP exams include PTE and Michigan English Language Assessment Battery.

Additional Requirements for PG students are

  • Resume
  • LOR
  • SOP

For graduate applications, SOPs are a deciding factor. Hence well-written SOPs are a key to make your application stand out.

Admission Standards - Average

SAT 990/1200
ACT 20/26
GPA 3.32

Applications Accepted - 69.5% 

Applications Due May 1, 2021
Applicant Competition Low
Application Fee $40

Central Michigan University International Admissions

International students are accepted at Central Michigan University based on their equivalent secondary education, previous academic records, international standardised test results, and verifiable financial support for the academic course and living expenses.

Application Portal: CMU online portal or CommonApplication

Admission Requirements:

  • A filled online application.
  • Official High school and college transcripts both in original language and in English.
  • SATACT and TOEFL/IELTS official score report directly sent to Central Michigan University. TOEFL Code: 1106
  • An Affidavit of Support.
  • A Confidential Statement showing funds (Tuition fees + living expenses).
  • A copy of Passport.
  • Statement of Purpose (SOP) & Letters of Recommendation (LORs).

English proficiency test requirements for International applicants

International applicants can show their ability in the language by submitting TOEFL or IELTS scores.

Requirements: -

TOEFL- IBT 79
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL- PBT 550
TOEFL-CBT 213
PTE (Academic) 53

Central Michigan University Highlights

Application Portal Common Application/Website application
Application fees $40 for UG and $50 for PG
Minimum GPA 2 ~ 60-64%, letter grade -C
Average SAT score Verbal Score : 575
Average ACT score 24
ELP scores TOEFL 79 IELTS 6.5
Standard PG scores GRE 298
Student:Faculty Ratio 20:1
Academic Calendar Semester Based
University website mich.edu
Acceptance Rate 69.5%
Student satisfaction rate 76%
Financial aid Merit-based scholarships and work-study programs

Central Michigan University Annual Cost to Attend

Fee Cost
Michigan Resident Tuition $12,510
Books and Supplies $1,000
Other Fees $450
Room and Board $10,328
Budget for Other Expenses $1,080
Total One Year Cost $25,368

 

Fee Cost
Out of State Resident Tuition $23,670
Books and Supplies $1,000
Other Fees $450
Room and Board $10,328
Budget for Other Expenses $1,080
Total One Year Cost $36,528

Know more about Studying in USA

Tuition Fees in USA (1st Year Average) BE/Btech: USD 28300 | MS: USD 22693 | BBA: USD 26616 | MBA: USD 29558 | BSc: USD 29418 | MA: USD 20452 | MIS: USD 22133 | MFin: USD 37683 | MEng: USD 29558 | MIM: USD 35301 | MEM: USD 23254 | MArch: USD 34741 | MFA: USD 28857 | BHM: USD 27176
Average Accomodation & Food Costs in USA USD 700 to 1000 Per Month
Entrance Exams in USA TOEFL: 86 | IELTS: 6.5 | PTE: 60 | GRE: 309 | GMAT: 560 | SAT: 1177
Work and Study in USA Permitted for 20 hours/week with a valid study permit. Know More
Post Study Work Permit in USA One to Two Years after graduation depending on the course.
Cost of Student Visa in USA USD 160
Student Visa in USA F1 Visa for USA allows you study permit in USA in full time academic courses. Any accredited school, college, university, academic institute, seminary, or conservatory in USA must accept you beforehand to apply for F1 visa in USA. Know More
Intakes in USA There are Three Intakes in USA: Fall (August-September), Spring (January) Know More
Top Job Sectors in USA Health Care, Education, Construction, Hospitality & Tourism, Business Services, Finance.
Economy in USA GDP Growth of 2.1% (Q4 2019), The Larges Economy of the World by Nominal

Central Michigan University Average Tuition Fee Per Year

Undergraduate

$ 19,560

Postgraduate

$ 15,460

Costs per year

Overall cost of living

$ 14,326

Campus accommodation

$ 10,676

Please note that fees will vary. Always check the exact cost of the program and bear in mind likely additional expenses.