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Central Michigan University Courses & Fees 2026

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Courses1st Year Tuition FeesDuration & Eligibility
MS(21 courses)
INR 13 L - 50 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 13 L - 33 LGet Fee Details
Duration1 year-2 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6.5 & Above, TOEFL: 79 & Above, PTE: 53 & Above, Duolingo: 100 & Above
M.A.(8 courses)
INR 13 L - 22 LGet Fee Details
Duration12 months-3 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6.5 & Above, TOEFL: 79 - 100, PTE: 53 & Above, Duolingo: 100 & Above, GRE
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Q:   Is Central Michigan University a good school?
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Central Michigan University is ranked at #260 position in the US in the national universities category ranking by a top-ranking publisher. It is ranking in the Top 300 Universities in the US in 2024. It offers many programs in varied fields like Health Professions, Business, Humanities, Social and Behavioral Sciences, Education, STEM and more. Over 200 programs are offered by the university. Also, it is one of the 4 in the US and 14 institutions globally certified as a 2021-22 Celonis Academic Center of Excellence.

Q:   Is Central Michigan a good university?
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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 U.S. universities with the the highest two Carnegie research classifications, showcasing a high level of research activity.

Q:   Is Central Michigan University a hard school to get into?
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Central Michigan University has an acceptance rate of 54% for Fall 2023 UG students, which makes it moderately selective for admissions. It is relatively easier to get into the university for international students. However, some popular courses are more competitive than others. Therefore, admission to such programs may be a little hard than normal. International students are required to meet the minimum admission criteria to get into the university. The admission requirements will depend on the type of course and level of study.

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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Central Michigan University Fee Breakdown 2026

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Q:   How much is Central Michigan University Computer Sciences fee for international students?
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Central Michigan University cost for an MS in CS is estimated to be around as follows:

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Expenses for PG Students

Tuition and fees

USD 14,274

Student service fees

USD 450

Food and housing

USD 11,348

Books, course materials, supplies & equipment

USD 1,250

Loan fees

USD 217

Transportation

USD 1,930

Misc. personal expenses

USD 1,460

Q:   How much is the application fee for Masters at Central Michigan University?
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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 CMich via online application portal. Also, submit the academic transcripts, English language proficiency score, resume, SOP, etc.

Q:   What is the ranking of Central Michigan University in the United States?
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Central Michigan University is a public research university. It is one of the finest institutions of higher education in the United States. The university is consistently ranked among the top universities in the United States. A top-ranking publisher ranked Central Michigan University #259 in 2025 and #260 among the national universities in 2024. In the year 2023, it was placed at #250 position. This shows that this university is ranked among the Top 300 Universities in the U.S. 

Q:   Can I get an out-of-state tuition merit award at Central Michigan University?
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The Out-of-State tuition merit award is available only for graduate students. Students who meet all the requirements given below will be eligible to receive the domestic tuition rate. To get this award, out-of-state students are required to meet the following requirements like a GPA of at least 3.0 on the 4.0 scale along with a GRE score of a minimum of 157 in verbal and 152 in quantitative, a minimum score of 600, and lastly, proof of English Proficiency.

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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
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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 Entrepreneurial Ventures - Batch of 2026
3.8
Good for industry experience.
Tips: I have transitioned mostly positively after coming here. Most of my day is spent attending classes and lectures, working in labs and spending time at the Park Library. My course involves a lot of group projects which makes brainstorming and ideation quite fun. Safety and wellbeing is taken quite seriously here with patrols and services available but you'll also have to be street smart to an extent. Good industrial knowledge.
Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 1225
Prepping time for classes32 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryUSD 102950
Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026Read more
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MS in Apparel Product Development & Merchandising Technology - Batch of 2026
3.7
Good campus with good people.
Tips: Student life is vibrant which has really helped in making things easier for me in terms of settling here. Try to pack only essentials and avoid unnecessary items as you'll have to get stuff here but things like masalas and stationery have been quite useful. There are a variety of clubs on campus as well and I'd consider it safe. Good experiences.
Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 1425
Prepping time for classes31 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryUSD 101400
Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026Read more
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Master of Science in Administration - Engineering Management - Batch of 2026
3.7
Innovative and passionate people here.
Tips: I found the environment here very supportive and collaborative as well. People expect you to step out of your shell and the environment here tends to make that happen as naturally as possible. Id love to stay on if I get a scholarship but the chances for that are limited. Most students who manage to secure an internship here get full time offers as well so it really depends. Be open to relating after graduation.
Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 1550
Prepping time for classes30 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryUSD 103725
Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026Read more
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MS in Neuroscience - Batch of 2026
3.7
Interesting and well thought out classes.
Tips: My programme is one of the most competitive ones and is incredibly hard to get into as well but once you're in, you'll be exposed to very in depth learning along with truly passionate people, be it students or professors. On campus work is limited and because of our academic demands, it is hard to dedicate time for part time work. The city is peaceful and can be less happening than other college towns.
Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 1075
Prepping time for classes31 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryUSD 107575
Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026Read more
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Master of Science in Information Systems - Batch of 2026
3.8
Learning a lot throughout.
Tips: Studying here wasn't my first choice, but it turned out to be the right one. The faculty is good, the people around are great, and someone is always happy to help. The city is peaceful, with plenty of Indians residing there. My program has some of the best professors, who are also very supportive.
Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 2725
Prepping time for classes32 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryUSD 85975
Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025Read more
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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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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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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 und

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Anya Aggarwal

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Answered a year ago

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

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UG Tuition Fees

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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Gunjan Thapa

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Answered a year ago

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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Rupali Singh

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Answered a year ago

International students are automatically considered for these merit scholarships when students apply to CMU. There is no separate application and no essay. If students apply to this university, students are going to receive the highest scholarship for which they qualify:

  • International Scholars Award:

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1200 S Franklin St, Mt Pleasant, MI 48859, United States
Mount Pleasant ( Michigan)

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989-774-4000

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989-774-4308

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