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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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Academics

CMU's focus has always been on a liberal arts education and engaged, hands-on learning in a supportive environment. Central is nationally recognized for academic excellence with dedicated faculty who offer students personal attention in a more intimate learning environment.

But a CMU education is more than what students learn in the classroom. Throughout your years at Central, you can complement your program of study with opportunities like leadership, research, study abroad, academic and social organizations and volunteering.

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Admitted Students - It's not too late to send in your $175 New Student Orientation fee. Once we receive this, you'll be able to reserve a date for your orientation session and request one of our residence hall suites. If you have questions, please contact us.

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Did You Know ?

  • CMU is ranked within the nation’s top 20 research institutions among universities with 16 or fewer doctoral programs in 2008.
  • In the past six years, CMU's television and radio stations have won more first place finishes (32) and total awards (77) from the Michigan Association of Broadcasters than any other university in Michigan
  • Moore Hall Television has won the Michigan Association of Broadcasters College Station of the Year award for the past 7 years
  • CMU's nationally known Leadership Institute develops more than 4,000 student leaders annually.
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