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Western Michigan University

Western Michigan University is a large, public institution located in Kalamazoo, mi. Founded in 1903, Western Michigan University offers undergraduate degrees in 230 majors.

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Key stats

4 Year, Public
Division 1
13,026 undergraduates
cost $15,298 undergraduate tuition
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Admissions

Will I get into Western Michigan University? Here’s what we know about who has! SAT/ACT scores are considered but not required to apply. Check here for college application deadline info or visit the school’s website.

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Acceptance rate 84.7%
SAT score average 1108
ACT score average 25
Average high school GPA 3.53
Application fee $40
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Key deadlines

June
01
170 days away Application deadline date

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December
15
367 days away Early Action date

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Academics

The degree program or major you pursue is major! Western Michigan University is known for one of its top majors: Marketing. Their student-faculty ratio is 16:1.

Graduation rate
Retention Rate
16 :1
Student to faculty ratio

Popular degree programs

Business and Management
Other
Social Sciences and Psychology
Natural Sciences and Environmental Studies
Health and Medical Professions
Law and Legal Studies
Engineering and Technology

Popular majors

Marketing
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
Air Transportation
Finance and Financial Management Services
Accounting and Related Services
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions

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Annual tuition & cost

In state

Undergraduate tuition $15,298
Additional expenses
Room & board $11,713
Books & supplies $1,128
Other expenses $2,631
Cost of attendance* $30,770
Average financial aid package $16,229
Estimated cost $14,541 See my potential costs

Out of state

Undergraduate tuition $19,098
Additional expenses
Room & board $11,713
Books & supplies $1,128
Other expenses $2,631
Cost of attendance* $34,570
Average financial aid package $16,229
Estimated cost $18,341 See my potential costs

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*Cost of attendance is the average expenses including tuition, room, board and other estimated living expenses.

Student population

Who’s going to be there? Western Michigan University has a total undergraduate enrollment of 13,026, with gender binary students split 49% male and 51% female.

Total enrollment

16,693

Enrollment by gender

Male
Female

Enrollment & ethnicity

White %
67%
African American %
8%
Hispanic American %
8%
Asian %
3%
Native American %
0%
Hawaiian/Pacific Islander %
0%
Multiracial %
4%
Unknown %
10%

Student type

Full-time
Living on campus
International

Campus life

Find your people & try new things

At Western Michigan University, students love their Western Student Association. Student athletes compete in Division 1 sports.

Campus info

map 1903 W Michigan Ave, Kalamazoo, MI 49008
phone 2693871000
address https://wmich.edu/
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Popular clubs & activities

Western student association

International student council

National pan-hellenic council

Cru

Latino student alliance

clubs
announcement

Athletics

NCAA Division levelDivision 1
Varsity sportsYes
Intramural sportsYes
greek-life

Greek life

Female
Male

Frequently asked questions

Get answers to common questions about Western Michigan University to help you figure out where you want to apply.

Where is Western Michigan University?

Western Michigan University is located in Kalamazoo, mi.

What is the acceptance rate at Western Michigan University? 

The acceptance rate for Western Michigan University is 85%.

What’s the average GPA for Western Michigan University?

The average high school GPA for Western Michigan University students was 3.53.

How much does it cost for 4 years at Western Michigan University?  

The estimated cost for 4 years at Western Michigan University including tuition, room and board, and books and other fees is $123,080.

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