Why is CMU right for you?

We offer around 200 academic programs designed to meet your needs and interests. Whether you're drawn to business, education, science or the arts, we have a program that aligns with your goals. We provide practical, real-world experiences and knowledge that will prepare you for the future.

For those who can't join us on campus, we offer flexible, convenient online certificates and undergraduate programs through CMU Online. So, even from the comfort of your home, you can still experience a high-quality education.

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Don't fear the FAFSA 

The 2025–2026 FAFSA is open! Join CMU’s Director of Scholarships and Financial Aid, Sarah Kasabian-Larson, for a webinar and:

  • Learn why filing matters!
  • Maximize your financial aid offer.  
  • Find out what happens next.

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Visit campus

Explore Mount Pleasant when you visit our campus and explore Michigan when you live here. Located in the middle of Michigan’s Lower Peninsula, Mount Pleasant is about 2 hours from all the major cities in Michigan. Learn about our visits and events, then choose the best experience for you.

CMU by the Numbers

94.9%

of graduates are employed, volunteering or in grad school within 6 months.

16 to 1

student to faculty ratio.

243,000+

join our alumni from around the globe when you graduate from CMU.

About CMU

We make college affordable

From Fired Up to hired up

What's the value of an undergraduate degree? According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, in 2020, those with a  bachelor’s degree earned approximately 67% more annually than those with a high school degree. A degree from Central Michigan University comes with even more value added.

 

 

25,000+

work experiences available through our Career Development Center.

 

 

2,000+

internship opportunities across all areas of study.

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