Central Michigan University

Mount Pleasant, MI · Public

Acceptance rate
90%
Average SAT
1,091
ACT midpoint
23
Enrollment
10,035
In-state tuition
$14,760
Out-of-state tuition
$14,760
Avg net price
$17,597
4-yr grad rate

Test scores

Admitted students score between 960 and 1200 on the SAT (25th–75th percentile).

ACT midpoint: 23

Popular programs at Central Michigan University

Bachelor’s degree programs ranked by Stairway Ranking — a composite letter grade comparing this school’s program against every other school’s in the same major nationally. Ties broken alphabetically.

#ProgramStairway RankingGraduates/yr
1Psychology, General.248
2Business Administration, Management and Operations.231
3Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas.215
4Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness.213
5Marketing.132
6Community Organization and Advocacy.111
7Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services.98
8Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication.91
9Radio, Television, and Digital Communication.86
10Finance and Financial Management Services.77
11Cell/Cellular Biology and Anatomical Sciences.72
12Communication Disorders Sciences and Services.62
13Hospitality Administration/Management.62
14Social Sciences, Other.61
15Accounting and Related Services.57
16Design and Applied Arts.55
17Communication and Media Studies.54
18Management Information Systems and Services.54
19Special Education and Teaching.53
20Political Science and Government.52

Showing top 20 of 84 programs

Frequently asked questions

What is the acceptance rate at Central Michigan University?

Central Michigan University has an acceptance rate of 90% according to the most recent U.S. Department of Education data.

What SAT score do I need for Central Michigan University?

Admitted students at Central Michigan University typically score between 960 and 1200 on the SAT (25th–75th percentile).

How much does Central Michigan University cost?

The average net price (after grants and scholarships) at Central Michigan University is approximately $17,597 per year.

What is the graduation rate at Central Michigan University?

4-year graduation rate data for Central Michigan University is not currently published.

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Data: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard. Last updated 5/1/2026.