Admissions

Whether you're a high school student exploring college options, transferring from another institution, interested in graduate programs or returning to college as a working adult, welcome to Central!

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Applying to Central

Before You Apply

Applying to Central is easy. We've created a four-step guide for students and parents to follow. Before you apply, check out our requirements and some key dates.

First Point Apply

  • Apply
  • Mail in application fee

Second Point Paying for Central

  • Fill out the FAFSA
  • Explore scholarships

Third Point Admission

  • Send in orientation fee
  • Reserve your residence hall room

Fourth Point Orientation

  • Schedule orientation May through August
  • Check out CMU's leadership programs for new students

Don't Forget!

Admitted Students:

Submit your $175 New Student Orientation fee today. Call the Admissions Office toll free at 888-292-5366 or click here to submit online

https://netconnect.cmich.edu/OrientationRegistration/Login.aspx

 


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Did You Know?

  • CMU is the first and only four-year public university in Michigan to offer a leadership minor.
  • CMU''s journalism major is the only one of its kind in Michigan with concentrations in advertising, photojournalism, public relations, and news editorial.
  • CMU has been a top three choice in Michigan for earning a master''s degree for the past five years, mainly through the 60 Off-Campus Program sites.
  • CMU develops more than 5,000 student leaders annually through programs administered by its nationally known Leadership Institute, the Office of Residence Life and the Office of Student Life.
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