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Western Michigan University

Western Michigan University is a Public, 4 Years+ school located in Kalamazoo, MI. The 2019 average net price at Western Michigan University is $15,863. Acceptance rate is 81.10%. The school has a total enrollment of 22,562.

Mission Statement

wmich.edu/about/mission


Quick Facts

Updated U.S. Gov IPEDS 2019-20
Logo of Western Michigan University
Top Ranked
Location: Kalamazoo, MI
Student Body: 22,562
Education Type: 4 Years+
Funding: Public
Campus Type: Urban
Web Site: wmich.edu
Acceptance Rate: 81.10%

Admission Details

Key Admissions DetailsAdmissions Deadlines, Start Dates
  • Acceptance Rate: 81.10%
  • Application Deadline: April 1, 2021
  • International Students: 3%
  • Application Fee: $40
Tuition and FeesYearly Tuition and Other Fees
In State Tuition: $11,560
Out of State/International Tuition: $14,450
In State Grad Tuition: $15,638
Out of State Grad Tuition: $29,569
Room and Board: $10,143
Books and Supplies: $968
Other Fees: $923
Net Price In-District/State: $15,863
Net Price Out-of-State: n/a
Student Body DataIncoming Class Data
  • Most Recent Incoming Class: 3,023
  • Men / Women Ratio: 1,537 / 1,486
  • Median SAT Verbal Range: 500 - 600
  • Median SAT Math Range: 490 - 590
  • Median ACT Range: 20 - 26
International Student DataInformation for International Students
  • Minimum TOEFL Score: 80
  • Minimum IETLS Score: 6.5
  • % of International Students: 3%
  • International Testing: Required
  • Total International Students: 88
Required DocumentsTranscripts and Recommendations
  • High School Transcript: Required
  • Recommendations: Not Considered
  • Admissions Tests Scores: Required
  • Portfolio: Not Considered

Top 5 Popular Programs

  • Business, Management, Marketing: 20%
  • Health Professions: 12%
  • Engineering: 9%
  • Education: 8%
  • Public Admin, Social Services: 5%

Academic Programs

Western Michigan University offers 351 Total Programs in Bachelor's, Master's, Doctorate, Certificate Degree Levels. The most popular area of study for students are degrees in Business, Management, Marketing. Choose an area to explore below to see detailed degree programs at each degree level.
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Bachelor's Degree ProgramsWestern Michigan University offers 163 Bachelor's Degree Programs
Agriculture
Architecture
Biological, Biomedical Science
Business, Management, Marketing
Communication
Computer Science
Education
Engineering
Engineering Technology
  • Drafting and Design Technology, Technician, General Degree
    • Campus
    Program Details
  • Drafting, Design Engineering Technologies, Technicians, Other Degree
    • Campus
    Program Details
  • Engineering, Industrial Management Degree
    • Campus
    Program Details
  • Manufacturing Engineering Technology, Technician Degree
    • Campus
    Program Details
English Literature
Ethnic, Gender Studies
Foreign Language, Literature
Health Professions
History
Human Sciences
Interdisciplinary Studies
Legal Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences
  • Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other Degree
    • Campus
    Program Details
Mathematics and Statistics
Mechanic, Repair Technician
Natural Resources, Conservation
Parks, Leisure Studues
Philosophy, Religiouis Studies
Physical Sciences
Protective Services
Psychology
Public Admin, Social Services
Social Sciences
Transportation, Materials Moving
  • Airline, Commercial, Professional Pilot and Flight Crew Degree
    • Campus
    Program Details
  • Aviation, Airway Management and Operations Degree
    • Online
    • Campus
    Program Details
Visual and Performing Arts
Master's Degree ProgramsWestern Michigan University offers 101 Master's Degree Programs
Biological, Biomedical Science
Business, Management, Marketing
Communication
Computer Science
Education
Engineering
Engineering Technology
English Literature
Foreign Language, Literature
Health Professions
History
Interdisciplinary Studies
Mathematics and Statistics
Parks, Leisure Studues
Philosophy, Religiouis Studies
Physical Sciences
Psychology
Public Admin, Social Services
Social Sciences
Visual and Performing Arts
Doctorate Degree ProgramsWestern Michigan University offers 45 Doctorate Degree Programs
Biological, Biomedical Science
Computer Science
Education
Engineering
English Literature
Foreign Language, Literature
Health Professions
History
Interdisciplinary Studies
Mathematics and Statistics
Philosophy, Religiouis Studies
Physical Sciences
Psychology
Public Admin, Social Services
Social Sciences
Certificate ProgramsWestern Michigan University offers 24 Certificate Programs
Biological, Biomedical Science
Business, Management, Marketing
  • Non-Profit, Public, Organizational Management Degree
    • Campus
    Program Details
Computer Science
  • Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services, Other Degree
    • Campus
    Program Details
  • Computer and Information Systems Security, Information Assurance Degree
    • Online
    • Campus
    Program Details
Education
  • College Student Counseling and Personnel Services Degree
    • Campus
    Program Details
  • Educational Leadership and Administration, General Degree
    • Online
    • Campus
    Program Details
  • Educational, Instructional Technology Degree
    • Online
    • Campus
    Program Details
  • Special Education and Teaching, General Degree
    • Campus
    Program Details
  • Teaching English As A Second Or Foreign Language, Esl Language Instructor Degree
    • Campus
    Program Details
Engineering
Health Professions
History
Interdisciplinary Studies
Mathematics and Statistics
Physical Sciences
Social Sciences
Visual and Performing Arts

Demographics & Outcomes

Graduation and RetentionGraduation and retention information
  • Graduation Rate Within 150% of Time: 51%
  • Graduation Rate Within 200% of Time: 59%
  • 1st Year Retention: 78%
  • Post Graduation Salary: $42,400
Student Body DemographicsDiversity and Age Data
  • Total Students: 22,562
  • White, non-Hispanic Students: 69%
  • Black Students: 11%
  • Non-resident, alien: 8%
  • Hispanic Students: 6%
  • Two or more races: 3%
  • Asian Students: 2%
  • Unknown: 1%
  • American Indian, Alaska Native Students: <1%
  • Native Hawaiian, Pacific Isl. Students: <1%

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