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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 - 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 13 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 13 L - 24 LGet Fee Details
Duration4 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6.5 & Above, TOEFL: 79 & Above, PTE: 53 & Above, Duolingo: 100 & Above
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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:   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:   What courses does Central Michigan University offer?
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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 follows:

Graduate

  • MS in Information Systems
  • MS in CS
  • MBA
  • MS Engineering / Industrial Management
  • MS Project Management

Undergraduate

  • Computer Science
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Management Information Systems
  • Finance
  • Exercise Science
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.

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Central Michigan University Fee Breakdown 2026

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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.

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:   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:   How much is the annual tuition fee at Central Michigan University?
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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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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.

Cost of attendance for Undergraduate international students

The tuition fees for the academic year 2024-25 is USD 20,850 (Around INR 18 L). The living expenses are given as follows:

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Expenses

Housing & food

USD 12,178 (Around INR 10.5 L)

Misc. expenses (includes books, incidentals, and personal expenses)

USD 3,500 (Around INR 3 L)

Health insurance

USD 1,550 (Around INR 1.3 L)

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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
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Friendly
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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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Yes, Central Michigan Uni is a good choice for Indian students interested in an MBA in USA. It's College of Business is accredited by AACSB. This makes it one of the top 3% B-schools in the world.

MBA grads with some years of work experience behind them are also paid annual salaries worth over USD 10

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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 att

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Yes, students are allowed to change courses at CMU Michigan. To do that, contact the Office of Admission or submit an formal programme change request. Departmental approval is required for the same.

To know more about course change/credit transfer, contact one of our Shiksha Study Abroad counsellors

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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:

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QS World Rank#1401#1201#1201

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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.

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University CityMount Pleasant, Michigan, USA

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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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