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Central Michigan University
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  • Admissions for the Fall intake are open for Indian students at Central Michigan Uni
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About Central Michigan University Michigan

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Year of establishment
1892
Also known as
CMU
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Total foreign students
3050
Campus size
871 acres
No. of campus
1
Scholarships available
1
Endowment value
USD 130 million
Scholarships granted
10345
Scholarship amount granted
USD 102 million
Application fees
USD 55
English proficiency test
Required
Accepted exams
SAT/ACT accepted
Optional
Total faculty
664
Faculty/Student ratio
17
Male/Female ratio
1.23
Total criminal offences
249
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Q:   Why should I choose Central Michigan University?
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CMU Michigan can be a great place to study for Indian students. It is a mid-size school in town but offers a calm and peaceful study environment, as per reviews posted by students on  Shiksha Study Abroad. Mentioned below are some key aspects that make Central Michigan Uni a good option for Indian students:

  • Professors are great and always willing to help
  • Quality research facilities
  • Affordable on-campus housing options
  • Active student culture on campus
Q:   Is Central Michigan University D1 or D2?
A: 

Central Michigan Uni is an Division I school. It competes as part of the NCAA Division I and is a member of the Mid-American Conference (MAC).

This means student athletes face the best athletes from other colleges and universities in the US. They also have better chances of going pro as games are attended by scouts from big name sports clubs.

The university has 15 athletic teams that compete across sports like American Football, Basketball, Baseball, Soccer, and Wrestling.

Q:   Is it easy for Indian students to get into the Central Michigan University?
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It is easy for Indian students to get into Central Michigan Uni. As per US News, the CMU Michigan Acceptance Rate is 90%. This means the university is willing to accept students with strong academics and extracurriculars.

Students with a overall GPA may still be admitted based on scores in competitive tests like SAT or ACT. To know more, check the official university website.

Central Michigan University Ranking 2026

#719

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#178

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Q:   Is CMU Michigan a good university?
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Yes, the Central Michigan Uni is one of the top public universities in Michigan. It ranks among the top 300 universities in the US as part of the US News & World Report rankings of 2026. Among National Universties, it sits at #283.

The university also ranks #254 for UG Business courses. As for PG Business courses, the Central Michigan University MBA ranking in the US is #201.

Q:   What is the Central Michigan University QS Ranking 2026?
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CMU Michigan ranks #1401 globally in the World University rankings given by QS for the year 2026. For the 3rd year in-a-row, the university has managed to find a place in the QS Rankings. Given below is how CMU's ranked over the last 3 years:

Year202620252024
QS World Rank#1401#1201#1201
Q:   How has the CMU Michigan Ranking changed over the years?
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CMU has maintained itself among the top 300 universities in the US and top 1000 universities in the world. Given below is how platforms like US News, QS, and THE have ranked the university in recent years.

Platform202620252024
US News#283#259#260
QS World#1401#1201#1201
THE#1001#1001#1001

Central Michigan University Admission 2026

  • Application fees :USD 40 - 50
  • Type of deadline :Depends on course
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Q:   Does Central Michigan University require IELTS?
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Yes, international students seeking admission to Central Michigan University require proof of English language proficiency. For the same purpose, IELTS score can be submitted. The minimum score required in IELTS as well as other test scores accepted details are given below:

Tests

Minimum Scores

TOEFL iBT

79

IELTS

6.5

PTE

53

Duolingo

100

Q:   Can I get into Central Michigan with a 2.7 GPA?
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To get into most of the Central Michigan University graduate programs, the applicants have to meet the below-given requirements:

  • A bachelor’s degree
  • A minimum cumulative GPA of 2.7

The documents required to apply to graduate courses are academic transcripts, LORs, proof of English language proficiency, etc.

Q:   How long does it take to receive an admission decision from Central Michigan University?
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The Central Michigan University usually takes around 6 weeks to share an admission decision after receiving a completed application. UG students may receive their decisions faster, while students applying for courses particularly at the College of Medicine may take longer.

Students are advised to follow up if they have not heard back from the university within a month.







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Central Michigan University Scholarships for Indian Students

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11.4 LTotal scholarship amount
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Q:   What is the eligibility criteria for CMU Centralis Scholarship?
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For CMU Centralis Scholarship, students are required to apply to the university directly or via Common App. To be eligible for this scholarship, students are required to meet the minimum high school GPA of 3.7 or above. The scholarship amount available is USD 5,000 (Around INR 4.3 L). Two awards under this scholarship are Centralis Scholars Award and Centralis Gold Award.  

To know more, check the official website of CMU Michigan.

Q:   Who is eligible for the Central Michigan University International Scholar Award and International Opportunity Award?
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Central Michigan University offers a large variety of scholarships for Indian students. Indian students are going to receive USD 4,000 per year for 4 years. The requirements to receive this scholarship are:

  • GPA of 3.0 - 3.29
  • English language test

If students are eligible for International Opportunity Award, they are going to receive USD 1,000 per year for 4 years.

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Central Michigan University
Students Ratings & Reviews

3.7/5
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Student Views (Based on Reviews)
  • 29% students never faced discrimination in this university
Vibe of Campus
Multi-dimensional
Friendly
Academically oriented
Easy going
Internships2.7
Part time work2.8
Post study jobs4
Quality of faculty4.4
Student Life4.8
Value for money3.6
Public transportation3.5
Safety4.4
Indian Food3.6
Permanent Immigration3.2
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Master of Science in Information Systems - Batch of 2021
3.9
The university is good with highly educated lecturers with affordable tuition.
Tips: Central Michigan University is a good and top university with highly educated lecturers with affordable tuition fees. The faculty is good, and everything depends on us. There are a lot of opportunities on campus that relate to technical studies. You can explore as much as you can, and all of the faculty will be so friendly and helpful in academics, as well as in preparing and motivating you to participate in any of the hackathons or webinars. Try to participate as many times as you can, and you will find good opportunities with connections. On-campus part-time work is available if you apply in advance. I would definitely recommend the university to international students, but again, it depends on you to land a high-paying job or not.
Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 500
Prepping time for classes23 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryUSD 75950
Reviewed on 21 May 2025Read more
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Master of Science in Information Systems - Batch of 2024
3.2
The student life is very diverse and the faculty helps you to grow big in your professional life.
Tips: Initially, I came for the August 2022 intake and I stayed on campus for the first semester and had a lot of American friends over there and also made Indian friends in classes then moved off campus in the second semester which helped me save some money. People in Mount Pleasant are warm and welcoming, and there is no crime rate. We don't specifically have any scholarships for international students but I highly recommend students apply for graduate assistance as they will be selected if they score a good grade in the semester in all subjects so that they will be waving one subject fee in the next semester and it repeats every year if you continue as a graduate assistant. On a scale of 10, I would rate 8 for CMU in terms of university subjects, accommodation and the environment.
Likes (Quality of faculty): For Masters in Information Systems, we have highly qualified professionals who make understanding the subject very easy as they will clarify your doubts and also help you with the assignment doubts. The core structure will be divided into parts in such a way that from the understanding of the class you have to do assignments weekly and there will be tests every month all over the semester and one final exam. Every assignment and in-class activity will be evaluated and given a score at the end so I highly recommend not to miss any class. Here, I felt a different way of teaching style as compared to India. The professors at CMU will explain a topic and at the same time make you do the assignments based on the concepts they have told us so that we will be able to grasp them quickly and get hands-on experience on the topic.
Dislikes (Indian Food): Central Michigan University is located in Mount Pleasant. Here there are no Indian restaurants or stores where people from India can try so we have to rely on American food such as McD, Burger King etc. To have Indian food we have to travel to the nearest big city Lansing which is an hour's drive from Mount Pleasant or Detroit ( Farmington Hills ) which is a two-hour drive, where we can explore a lot of Indian cuisine and grocery stores, that is the reason why I chose one star for country food in Mount Pleasant. You can try Qdoba or Chipotle as these tastes will be the nearest to Indian food. A bowl will cost around 12- 20 $ depending on what your protein toppings are. As we don't have a lot of Indian options around Mount Pleasant we almost cook at home and invite friends over weekends to cook biryanis. Once every month we go outings to Lansing to have Indian food and watch movies.
Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 600
Prepping time for classes25 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryUSD 80000
Reviewed on 3 Jul 2024Read more
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- Batch of 2022
3.7
Have fun, don’t stress! Study, adopt and take meaningful steps.
Tips: There'll be cultural shock for sure be it's a different country. But calming yourself down will help a lot. Thinking before doing anything is always helpful. Make friends, don't take on your heart if someone is making fun of you, you can make fun as well. I'm satisfied with the university, country and course I have chosen for my Masters.
Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 1500
Prepping time for classes30 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryUSD 70550
Reviewed on 22 Aug 2023Read more
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Priyanka Saini Verified Icon
- Batch of 2023
3.0
Serenity but challenging
Tips: Campus is really huge so it's good for walking. College conducts a lot of activities so it's fun and students can enjoy. CMU could be the best option if you are looking for courses with reasonable fees and low living expenses. However, if someone is looking high standard and wanna see US life then I doubt CMU can be a good fit.
Likes (Student Life): Mount Pleasant city is mainly known for Central Michigan University so we only see people on main campus. There is nothing much to do outside campus. There is no single Indian restaurant in Mt Pleasant. However, there are places nearby where you can roam around but need to look for public transport if you don't have a private vehicle which is again a big problem. There is nothing much in Mt Pleasant but CMU is the main reason for being in Mt Pleasant. College conduct a lot of activities so students can enjoy their time in campus.
Dislikes (Public transportation): There is only one public transport iRide which has fixed spots for pickup and drop. For commute, need to schedule in advance and waiting time is too long. It's ok during summer but really challenging during winter because of snowfall. Most of graduates' classes are in evening and there is no public transport after 8 pm. After 8 pm there is only one which is at 10 pm and nothing in between 8-10 pm.
Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 815
Prepping time for classes20 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryUSD 98547
Reviewed on 30 Jan 2023Read more
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- Batch of 2024
4.5
I like CMU and never thought I made a wrong decision.
Tips: Life here is not as shown in movies. Prepare for the worst and you will survive not only here but in any other part of the world. Part-time jobs take time but you need to be patient. You can apply from India and come over here and work immediately. The climate here is very cold be prepared when you arrive. You can buy winter clothes here so don't buy winter clothes or a laptop if you don't have one.
Likes (Quality of faculty): Faculty are approachable and they welcome any sort of disagreement in the class. I have fun attending and learning things, it is way different from India. The assignments are not heavy but still make your whole week busy. To meet the faculty you need to make a prior appointment and it's complex at times but the best thing is to get your doubts clarified once the class is finished. Faculty will spend extra time if you ask questions after class.
Dislikes (Indian Food): The place where I live doesn't have any Indian stores but the food can be managed if you can cook with what you get. Try to bring spices and a cooker from India and, if possible, avoid salt and sugar for immigration purposes. Food is not that big issue here you will adjust.
Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 461
Prepping time for classes10 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryUSD 81356
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Abhijeeth Reddy Bobbala
Master of Science in Information Systems - Batch of 2021
3.2
Hard to find part-time work.
Tips: Don't panic. The moment you enter the university seeing new people. Stay calm and join any student association they will help you in your hour of need. There are Indian stores nearby. There is so many Indian students association available. These are things students should know.
Likes (Quality of faculty): Most of the faculty in this university have high knowledge in their field. Some professors are doing research in their field that would benefit the students under the faculty. The faculty is very jovial and friendly with the students. They are supporting students in every way possible.
Dislikes (Part time work): Nowadays it is very competitive to get work. The only place you can do part-time is in college that too from 1st year 2nd sem. You will get that job only if your academics are high and with the connections you made with the seniors and with the faculty. Most of the cases getting part-time is hard.
Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 133
Prepping time for classes20 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryUSD
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Q:   What is the job placement rate at Central Michigan University?
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According to the data of Central Michigan University, nearly 94% are employed or continuing their education within 6 months of graduation. The CMU grads are able to make USD 48,901 (INR 46.34 Lakhs). This salary amount is USD 14,000 higher than the average Michigan income of USD 34,768.

Q:   Which companies hire from Central Michigan University?
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A few of the companies for CMU Michigan University graduates are working include:

  • US Army
  • General Motors
  • Ford Motor Company
  • Consumers Energy
  • Google
  • Amazon
  • Deloitte
  • Stryker







Central Michigan University Fees for Indian Students 2026

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MS(21 courses)
INR 14 L - 52 LGet Fee Details
Duration1 year-30 months
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6.5 & Above, TOEFL: 79 - 84, PTE: 53 & Above, Duolingo: 100 & Above, GRE
MBA/PGDM(7 courses)
INR 14 L - 35 LGet Fee Details
Duration1 year-2 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6.5 & Above, TOEFL: 79 & Above, PTE: 53 & Above, Duolingo: 100 & Above
B.A.(26 courses)
INR 14 L - 24 LGet Fee Details
Duration4 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6.5 & Above, TOEFL: 79 & Above, PTE: 53 & Above, Duolingo: 100 & Above
B.Sc.(22 courses)
INR 14 L - 19 LGet Fee Details
Duration4 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6.5 & Above, TOEFL: 79 & Above, PTE: 53 & Above, Duolingo
B.E. / B.Tech(10 courses)
INR 14 L - 25 LGet Fee Details
Duration4 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6.5 & Above, TOEFL: 79 & Above, PTE: 53 & Above, Duolingo: 100 & Above
BBA(21 courses)
INR 14 L - 19 LGet Fee Details
Duration4 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6.5 & Above, TOEFL: 79 & Above, PTE: 53 & Above, Duolingo: 100 & Above
M.A.(8 courses)
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Duration12 months-3 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6.5 & Above, TOEFL: 79 - 100, PTE: 53 & Above, Duolingo: 100 - 110, GRE
B.J.M.C.(6 courses)
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Duration4 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6.5 & Above, TOEFL: 79 & Above, PTE: 53 & Above, Duolingo: 100 & Above
BFA(4 courses)
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Duration4 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6.5 & Above, TOEFL: 79 & Above, PTE: 53 & Above, Duolingo
Others PG(4 courses)
Duration2 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6.5 & Above, TOEFL: 79 & Above, PTE: 53 & Above, Duolingo
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Q:   How expensive is the Central Michigan University for Indian students?
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CMU Michigan is reasonably expensive for Indian students. The annual cost of attendance for Indian students interested in PG courses ranges between USD 33,220 and USD 37,306 (INR 31.5 Lakhs and INR 35.35 Lakhs).

For students interested in UG courses, the annual cost of attendance is USD 39,402 (INR 37.33 Lakhs). 

1 USD = INR 94.76

Q:   Is Central Michigan University worth the cost for Indian students?
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CMU Michigan can be worth the tuition costs for Indian students looking for a balanced US university experience, with strong STEM and Business programs.

With average overall costs in the USD 33,220 and USD 39,402 (INR 31.5 Lakhs and INR 37.35 Lakhs) range, it is a nice mid-priced university in the US.

The tuition costs can be made up for later, as graduates make six-figure salaries (over 1 Cr. per year) working for top brands in the US and globally.

Q:   What is the tuition advantage at Central Michigan University? Are Indian students eligible for it?
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The CMU Tuition Advantage Program is for Michigan-based students planning to enroll in UG courses. It allows them to study free of cost for up to 30 credit hours (15 credits in fall and 15 in spring).

Students whose gross family income and assests are worth less than USD 65,000 are eligible. The programme is not for Indian students.







Central Michigan University
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UG Race

Others

82%

Black

9%

Hispanic

5%

Asian

1%

UG Student residence

In state

89%

Out of state

8%

Foreign

1%

UG Age distribution

24 and under

87%

25 and over

12%

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UG Number of Applicant

19888
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Overall Graduation Rate

62
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UG Enrollment

10401
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PG Enrollment

4156

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Q:   How many student organizations are there at Central Michigan University?
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There are over 300 student organizations at CMU Michigan. The organisation categories at the university ranges from Social, Artistic, Athletic, Professional, Media, Political, Performance, and Other special interest organizations. By taking part in student organizations, students are going to have a chance to develop their leadership skills.

Q:   What are some of the useful tips for students starting their first semester at Central Michigan University?
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For students starting their first semester CMU Michigan, some of the tips that have to be followed are given below:

  • Introduce yourself to professors
  • Try to explore Mount Pleasant as much as possible while studying at CMU. There are various parks system, local coffee shops, and some great restaurants at Mount Pleasant
  • If you are living in the residence halls, try to get to know the other students
  • Get involved with the various activities be it student organizations or sports team at CMU Michigan
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The Central Michigan University usually receives around 19-20k applications each year, of which the university has been accepting an increasing number of applications. This year, it admitted 19,732 applicants, making the CMU acceptance rate 89.8%. The final number of enrollments was 2,222, making th

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Central Michigan University ranks for excellence in the Top 10% of all 4-year colleges and universities in the United States, as per a top-ranking publisher in the 2025 Best Colleges rankings. It ranks at #259 overall and #145 among the top public universities. CMich is also among the Top 7% of the

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CMU main-campus tuition fees for the academic year 2024-25 for international students is given as follows:

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Lower level (Less than 56 credit hours)

USD 20,400

Upper level (56 credit hours or more)

USD 21,600

Main campus graduate tuition (master's / specialist) is USD 1,000 and Doctoral per credit hour is USD 1,080.

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Central Michigan University application fee of master's for Indian students (international applicants) is USD 65 (Around INR 5,600). The application fee can be paid via a credit card or by check / money order payable to the university and written from a U.S. bank. The applicants can apply to the CMi

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CMU offers 200+ courses. At the UG level, 180+ courses are available and at the Graduate level, 40+ courses are available. The rest of the courses are offered at the Graduate Certificate, UG Certificate, and Doctoral level. The top courses among the international students in 2023 are given as follo

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