Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
91.01%
SAT Average
1,099
ACT Range
21-27
Central Michigan University Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 91.01%. This means approximately 910 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 9,916 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
91.01%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Higher Learning Commission | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $14,190 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $14,190 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $26,470 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $16,041 | State avg: $16,178. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 30.64% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 67.86% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Central Michigan University Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$14,190
Room and board
$12,178
Books and supplies
$1,240
Other expenses
$3,450
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$26,470
Average net price
$16,041
Average aid coverage
39%
$10,429 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Central Michigan University pays approximately $16,041 per year after grants and aid. This is below the Michigan average of $16,178 and below the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Central Michigan University?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Michigan and national averages.
Central Michigan University net price
$16,041
Michigan average
$16,178
National average
$17,506
Central Michigan University Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $14,190 and average net price at $16,041. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$14,190
Current net price
$16,041
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
61.84%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$55,874
Undergraduates
9,916
10-Year Median Earnings - Central Michigan University vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Central Michigan University graduates earn about 1.3x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Central Michigan University?
Undergraduates
9,916
Completion rate
61.84%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
30.64%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
67.86%
Above national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 30.64% of Central Michigan University students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 67.86% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Central Michigan University
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Central Michigan University's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Central Michigan University lists Higher Learning Commission as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Central Michigan University is listed at 106 Warriner Hall, Mount Pleasant, MI 48859. Accreditor: Higher Learning Commission.
Compare Schools
Compare Central Michigan University with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Michigan University | 91.01% | $14,190 | $16,041 | $55,874 |
| Kettering University | 79.09% | $46,380 | $33,092 | $94,823 |
| Chamberlain University-Michigan | 88.89% | $19,686 | $26,870 | $92,405 |
| University of Michigan-Ann Arbor | 17.94% | $58,072 | $14,832 | $83,648 |
| Michigan Technological University | 87.94% | $41,340 | $15,729 | $78,198 |
Similar Schools in Mount Pleasant
This local cluster focuses on nearby Mount Pleasant schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around Mount Pleasant.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Michigan University's acceptance rate?
Central Michigan University's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 91.01%.
How much is Central Michigan University tuition?
Central Michigan University's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $14,190.
What is Central Michigan University's average net price?
Central Michigan University's average net price in the local dataset is $16,041.
What is Central Michigan University's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $55,874 for Central Michigan University.
Is Central Michigan University accredited?
Central Michigan University's accreditor in the local dataset is Higher Learning Commission.
How many students attend Central Michigan University?
The local dataset lists 9,916 undergraduate students at Central Michigan University.
What percentage of Central Michigan University students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Central Michigan University in the local dataset is 30.64%.
What is the federal loan rate at Central Michigan University?
The federal loan rate for Central Michigan University in the local dataset is 67.86%.
Where should I verify Central Michigan University data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Central Michigan University or the latest official federal education data.