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Western Michigan University: Rankings, Fees & Acceptance Rate

Q: What is the average salary of Western Michigan University graduates?

Western Michigan University graduates are in high demand across the industries. The university has an impressive record of 91% of recent graduates working full time said they were satisfied with their job. The median salary of graduates of Western Michigan University graduates is between USD 55,000 - USD 65,000 (INR 45.58 L - 53.87 L) annually. *USD/INR = 82.89

Q: How to apply at Western Michigan University as an international student?

Western Michigan University offers more thn 250+ academic programs out of which 150+ majors are for undergradute students. International students can apply online to their courses either via 'the Common App' or university's own application portal. International applicants should check the admission deadline and minimum eligibility before applying to any course at Western Michigan University.

Q: Does Western Michigan University offer scholarships to international students?

Western Michigan University offers a number of scholarships to support students. However, majority of the scholarships are federally funded, thus only US citizens are eligible for these scholarships. Western Michigan University gives a limited number of scholarships to international students. Some of the scholarships given to international students by WMU are given below: Scholarships Name Award Global Education Merit Scholarship USD 5,000/INR 4.14 L Global Education Welcome Scholarship USD 3,000/INR 2.48 L *USD/INR = 82.89

Q: What programs is Western Michigan University known for?

Western Michigan University offers over 250+ courses at undergraduate and graduate levels. As per the US News and World Report, some ofthe most popular majors at Western Michigan University are; Business, Management & Marketing and Health Professions, Engineering, Transportation & Materials Moving, Visuals & Performing Arts, Education, Psychology and Biological and Biomedical sciences etc.

Kalamazoo, Michigan, USA

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Western Michigan University takes admissions on a rolling basis for its undergraduate and postgraduate programs

The Western Michigan University application deadline for (Spring) UG programs is Sep 1, 2025

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About Western Michigan University
Western Michigan University Ranking 2025
Western Michigan University Programs 2025
Western Michigan University Admission Dates 2026
Western Michigan University Scholarships
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About Western Michigan University

Western Michigan University is a public research uni located in Michigan, USA. The institute began under the name Western State Normal School. As per Career Outcome Report for 2021/22, Western Michigan University employment rate is 93%. The university offers more than 200+ undergraduate and graduate programs.

The business school of Western Michigan University is accredited by AACSB thus becoming among the top 5% of business schools worldwide to have this accreditation at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. Over 34% of students at WMU identify as historically underrepresented along with 12.2% international students.

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Year of establishment

1903

Also known as

WMU

University website

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Total foreign students

1746

Campus size

1300 acres

No. of campus

Scholarships available

Endowment value

USD 386 million

Scholarships granted

13685

Scholarship amount granted

USD 96 million

English proficiency test

Required

Accepted exams

SAT/ACT accepted

Optional

Total faculty

751

Faculty/Student ratio

Male/Female ratio

1.04

UG/PG course ratio

0.71

Total criminal offences

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Q: What is the deadline for Western Michigan University?

The Western Michigan University has various application deadlines. For undergraduate admissions at Western Michigan University, there are three key application deadlines.

Check out the below tables to learn more about Western Michigan University admission deadlines:

Semester	Deadline	Term Begins
Fall	Closed	Late August
Spring	Sept 1, 2025	Early January
Summer	Feb 1, 2026	Early May

Admissions at Western Michigan University are done on a rolling basis, which means, the university takes admission throughout the year.

Q: How to get an application fee waiver for Western Michigan University?

If the applicant wants a fee waiver, then she or he must have a counsellor, or another school official, request an Admission Application Fee Waiver for a student who meets an indicator of economic need, such as those eligible for free or reduced lunch, to have the student's $40 application fee waived. Once the Admissions Office receives the request, we will send you a fee waiver code to use to finish your application.

Western Michigan University Ranking 2025

Western Michigan University is a well-known university nationally as well as globally, ranked by some of the top ranking bodies. According to Shiksha Popularity Ranking, Western Michigan University ranking was recorded as #194 at the national level for year 2025.

The university is also ranked by QS at #1201 in 2025 for the World University Ranking category. This ranking in 2024 was #1001, witnessing a declined trend.

The Shiksha Popularity Ranking also recognizes some of the courses offered by the university. Western Michigan University courses that are ranked include:

Course name	Shiksha Popularity Ranking 2025
MIM	#148
BBA	#242
MS	#148
Others PG	#145
M.A.	#167

#702

World level

Shiksha Popularity Rank

#200

Country level

Shiksha Popularity Rank

Course wise : Shiksha Popularity Rankings

#71

Aerospace Engineering

#135

Chemical Engineering

#149

Civil Engineering

#183

Electrical Engineering

#185

Mechanical Engineering

Ranked #200 in Top universities in USA

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Q: What is Western Michigan University ranked in engineering?

Western Michigan University offers a number of highly ranked and top-rated engineering programs through its College of Engineering and Applied Sciences. The global and national ranking of WMU for its engineering programs is given below:

Ranking Body	Ranking (2023)
THE World University 2023 - Engineering	#501-600
US News and World Report 2023 - Aerospace Engineering	#65
US News and World Report 2023 - Chemical Engineering	#129
US News and World Report 2023 - Civil Engineering	#131
US News and World Report 2023 - Computer Engineering	#138

Western Michigan University Programs 2025

Western Michigan University offers a variety of programs at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. International students get to choose from more than 250+ academic programs at WMU out of which 150+ majors are for undergraduate students. The top 10 undergraduate majors at Western Michigan University are given below.

Top 10 Undergraduate Majors at WMU
Psychology	Aviation flight science
Finance	Marketing
Biomedical sciences	Mechanical engineering
Aerospace engineering	Accountancy
Computer Science	Aviation management and operations

MS

32 Courses

3.6(3)16 months - 2 years

1st year Tution Fees

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B.E. / B.Tech

23 Courses4 years

1st year Tution Fees

₹17 L

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Sonali + 13 others got admitted through us.

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M.A.

23 Courses18 months - 2 years

1st year Tution Fees

₹17 L - 32 L

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#170

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Q: What programs is Western Michigan University known for?

Western Michigan University offers over 250+ courses at undergraduate and graduate levels. As per the US News and World Report, some ofthe most popular majors at Western Michigan University are; Business, Management & Marketing and Health Professions, Engineering, Transportation & Materials Moving, Visuals & Performing Arts, Education, Psychology and Biological and Biomedical sciences etc.

Western Michigan University Admission Dates 2026

The admission deadlines for international students at Western Michigan University are given below:

UG Application Deadlines

Semester	Deadline	Term Begins
Fall	Closed	Late August
Spring	Closed	Early January
Summer	Feb 1, 2026	Early May

PG Application Deadlines

Semester	Deadline	Term Begins
Summer	Dec 1, 2025	Early May
Fall	Mar 1, 2026	Late August
Spring	Closed	Early January

Admissions at Western Michigan University are done on a rolling basis, which means, the university takes admission throughout the year.

Application fees :USD 100
Type of deadline :Depends on course

Documents

Type of documents	Applicable for
SOP	Needed for few courses
LOR	Needed for few courses
Essays	Not required
CV	Needed for few courses
Additional documents	Required

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Commonly asked questions
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Q: How to apply at Western Michigan University as an international student?

Western Michigan University offers more thn 250+ academic programs out of which 150+ majors are for undergradute students. International students can apply online to their courses either via 'the Common App' or university's own application portal. International applicants should check the admission deadline and minimum eligibility before applying to any course at Western Michigan University.

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Western Michigan University Scholarships

The majority of the scholarships provided by Western Michigan University are federally funded aid. Western Michigan University will offer a limited number of scholarships to international students. Check below Western Michigan University scholarships given to international students.

Scholarships Name	Award
Global Education Merit Scholarship	USD 5,000/INR 3.05 L
Global Education Welcome Scholarship	USD 3,000/INR 1.83 L

*CAD/INR = 61.00

13No. of scholarships available

₹ 5 LTotal scholarship amount

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Commonly asked questions
On Scholarships

Q: Does Western Michigan University offer scholarships to international students?

Western Michigan University offers a number of scholarships to support students. However, majority of the scholarships are federally funded, thus only US citizens are eligible for these scholarships. Western Michigan University gives a limited number of scholarships to international students. Some of the scholarships given to international students by WMU are given below:

Scholarships Name	Award
Global Education Merit Scholarship	USD 5,000/INR 4.14 L
Global Education Welcome Scholarship	USD 3,000/INR 2.48 L

*USD/INR = 82.89

Q: What is the eligibility for Global Education Merit Scholarship at Western Michigan University?

Global Education Merit Scholarship of WMU is offered to international students based on their performance. This scholarship is awarded for tuition fee only. The WMU Global Education Merit Scholarship offers a scholarship with annual awards of USD 5,000/INR 4.14 L based on merit to first-time international students. The minimum eligibility for Global Education Merit Scholarships are as follows:

Complete academic admission with all application materials AND required Personal Statement essay received by March 1, 2023. No additional application is necessary.
Personal Statement Essay
Undergraduate degree-seeking student entering WMU for the first time after secondary school or transfer from another post-secondary institution in a FALL semester.
Non-resident international status.
3.5 minimum cumulative GPA (on a four-point scale)

*USD/INR = 82.89

Western Michigan Popular Courses

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16 months

1st yr. Tuition Fees

₹22.9 LGet Fee Details

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1st yr. Tuition Fees

₹18.34 LGet Fee Details

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18 months

1st yr. Tuition Fees

₹17.41 LGet Fee Details

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Master of Science in Data Science icon

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1st yr. Tuition Fees

₹22.9 LGet Fee Details

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Western Michigan
Students Ratings & Reviews

3.6/5

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Student Views (Based on Reviews)

100% students never faced discrimination in this university

Vibe of Campus

Academically oriented

Multi-dimensional

Fun loving

Sporty

Internships3.3

Part time work3.7

Post study jobs3.3

Quality of faculty4

Student Life3.3

Value for money3.7

Public transportation5

Safety3.7

Indian Food2.3

Permanent Immigration3.3

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Master of Science in Industrial Engineering - Batch of 2024

3.5

Western michigan university is academically oriented and has quite a tough course schedule.

Tips: I didn’t get any scholarship but you will avail other benefits here. Transportation is free for WMU students. Faculty is good but can be better. The temperature here is very cold so be ready for that especially if you are from north or central India. Here are some Indian restaurants that I tried but I didn’t like them since the food is not spicy enough for an Indian maybe that’s more to cater for American taste buds. Before coming here get in touch with someone you know like I had a friend from work and maybe you can bond and start living together. Campus is not too big but it’s good you don’t need any rides inside. Overall it is average here.

Likes (Public transportation): Public transportation in the city is good. Also, for WMU students it's free of cost.

Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 498

Prepping time for classes5 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryUSD 62424

Reviewed on 11 Jul 2023Read more

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Master of Science in Engineering Management - Batch of 2023

4.5

Smooth transition from a work-life in India to student life in tier-2 university in USA

Tips: Apart from all the relevant courses and graduation plans before starting your semester, try to avoid any possible graduation delay. Also, knowing the on-campus job options including scholarship opportunities in their respective departments help you plan finances accordingly. Look for off-campus living options as they are cheaper, safer yet closer to the campus to avoid any additional expenses.

Likes (Student Life): I've never felt out of place ever since I landed in the city. It could possibly be due to, but not limited to, a lot of Indian students around me. Also, ample options as far as fun, part time, internships, and life on campus is concerned. You'll never feel left out, the community is very welcoming. The smoothest transition you could ever imagine.

Dislikes (Safety): Though I've personally never felt unsafe even at odd hours. But we do hear some news once in a while pertaining to student safety on the university blog, that raises a question about overall safety. Once in a while, you might come across news that's disturbing but it's very rare. Mostly it's in the residential areas of the town way far from the student residences. Moreover, there's a dedicated police department for the university significantly taking care of student safety.

Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 1223

Prepping time for classes10 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryUSD 75186

Reviewed on 24 Mar 2023Read more

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Master of Science in Data Science - Batch of 2021

2.7

WMU is a good pricey university with a lot of degrees to choose from.

Tips: Kalamazoo is a small town. If you're a Muslim then you'll have problem finding halal food. There are very few options for assistantship too and it's pretty hard to find them. There are a lot of off-campus housing options and they're pretty cheap. Learn to cook before you come here, you'll need it!

Likes (Public transportation): University provides free transportation anywhere across Kalamazoo (city where the university is located). They also provide good maps and timely updates on buses. There are very few buses running on Sundays, so you might need to find a way for the weekends. Cabs are rare and expensive, but the buses are good and you can manage with them.

Dislikes (Indian Food): I am an Indian Muslim and I only eat halal food. There are barely any restaurants that serve halal and probably none to very few Indian restaurants. There is a subway on campus and there is a huge building dedicated for food and it has a lot of options from Pizzas to salads, and burgers to noodles. You'll get everything on campus made fresh. This is where you can start your first job and get a social security number too.

Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 350

Prepping time for classes25 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryUSD

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Western Michigan University Placements

As per the Career Outcome Report 2021/22, over 92% of WMU graduates working full-time in a job related to their degree. As per the same report, 91% of recent graduates of Western Michigan University working full-time are earning a median salary of USD 55,000 - USD 65,000 (INR 33.55 L - 39.65 L) per year. Top employers at Western Michigan University are given below:

Top WMU graduate Employer
Amazon	Google
Pfizer	Hershey
Plante Morgan	Bronson
PNC	United Airlines
Delta Airlines	Kellogg's
Eaton	Meijer

*CAD/INR = 61.00

Top Recruiters

Stryker

General Motors

Boeing

Google

Rolls Royce

JP Morgan Chase

Ford Motors

Dupont

daimler chrysler

ROCKWELL AUTOMATION

Nestle

IBM

Johnson Controls

Whirlpool

Kelloggs

Apple

Lockheed Martin Corp.

Motorola

Cisco Systems

Microsoft

Siemens

Pfizer

Dominos

General Electric

Target

Adecco Group

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Commonly asked questions
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Q: What is the average salary of Western Michigan University graduates?

Western Michigan University graduates are in high demand across the industries. The university has an impressive record of 91% of recent graduates working full time said they were satisfied with their job. The median salary of graduates of Western Michigan University graduates is between USD 55,000 - USD 65,000 (INR 45.58 L - 53.87 L) annually.

*USD/INR = 82.89

Q: Who are the top employers of graduates of Western Michigan University?

Companies from across the United States and all over the world come to recruit fresh graduates of Western Michigan University. Some of the top employers of Western Michigan University are:

Top Employers of WMU Graduates
Amazon	Google
Pfizer	Summit Polymers
Ascension	Hershey
Plante Moran	Target
Bronson	Hormel Foods
PNC	United Airlines
Charles River Laboratories	Kalamazoo Public Schools
Samaritas	United Nations
Delta Airlines	Kellogg's
Spectrum Health	US Air Force
Eaton	Meijer
Stryker	US Army
General Motors	Parker Hannifin
State of Michigan	Whirlsppl

Western Michigan University Fees & Eligibility

The general admission requirements for international students applying at Western Michigan University are as follows:

Copy of Passport
English Proficiency
Transcripts from all secondary and post-secondary schools attended or attending
Proof of sufficient fund
SAT/ACT
GRE/GMAT
CV/Resume or Portfolio
Interview

English Requirments

Exam	Minimum Score-UG	Minimum Score-PG
TOEFL	71	80
IELTS	6.0	6.5
PTE	48	54
Duolingo	100	115

Courses	1st Year Tuition Fees	Duration & Eligibility
MS(32 courses)	INR 14 L - 44 LGet Fee Details	Duration: 16 months-2 years Exam Accepted: IELTS: 6.5 & Above, TOEFL: 80 & Above, PTE: 54 & Above, Duolingo: 105 & Above, GRE
B.E. / B.Tech(23 courses)	INR 17 LGet Fee Details	Duration: 4 years Exam Accepted: SAT, IELTS: 6 & Above, TOEFL: 71 & Above, PTE: 48 & Above, Duolingo: 95 & Above
M.A.(23 courses)	INR 17 L - 32 LGet Fee Details	Duration: 18 months-2 years Exam Accepted: IELTS: 6.5 & Above, TOEFL: 80 & Above, PTE: 54 & Above, Duolingo: 105 & Above
MBA/PGDM(4 courses)	INR 19 L - 28 LGet Fee Details	Duration: 18-24 months Exam Accepted: IELTS: 6.5 & Above, TOEFL: 80 & Above, PTE: 54 & Above, Duolingo: 105 & Above, GMAT, GRE
BBA(21 courses)	INR 17 LGet Fee Details	Duration: 4 years Exam Accepted: SAT, IELTS: 6 & Above, TOEFL: 71 & Above, PTE: 48 & Above, Duolingo: 95 & Above
BSN(2 courses)	INR 17 LGet Fee Details	Duration: 4 years Exam Accepted: SAT, IELTS: 6 & Above, TOEFL: 71 & Above, PTE: 48 & Above, Duolingo: 95 & Above
B.A.(28 courses)	INR 17 LGet Fee Details	Duration: 4 years Exam Accepted: SAT, IELTS: 6 & Above, TOEFL: 71 & Above, PTE: 48 & Above, Duolingo: 95 & Above
MPH(1 course)	INR 22 LGet Fee Details	Duration: 18-24 months Exam Accepted: IELTS: 6.5 & Above, TOEFL: 80 & Above, PTE: 54 & Above, Duolingo: 105 & Above
Others UG(8 courses)	INR 17 LGet Fee Details	Duration: 4 years Exam Accepted: SAT, IELTS: 6 & Above, TOEFL: 71 & Above, PTE: 48 & Above, Duolingo: 95 & Above
B.Sc.(29 courses)	INR 17 LGet Fee Details	Duration: 4 years Exam Accepted: SAT, IELTS: 6 & Above, TOEFL: 71 & Above, PTE: 48 & Above, Duolingo: 95 & Above

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Western Michigan
Student profile

Quick university statsInsights on student demographics, enrolment, and academic success

UG Race

Others

80%

Black

Hispanic

Asian

UG Student residence

In state

78%

Out of state

19%

Foreign

UG Age distribution

24 and under

91%

25 and over

UG Number of Applicant

20501

Overall Graduation Rate

UG Enrollment

13589

PG Enrollment

3411

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Western Michigan University	INR 14.42 L - 44.47 L	#293 US News, 2026
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Auburn University Compare	INR 20.73 L - 42.69 L	#102 US News, 2026
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Q: What are the admission requirements for Western Michigan University?

The admission requirements at Western Michigan University will depend on the type of course and level of study. The minimum eligiblity will vary from course to course. The general admission requirements for international students to get into Western Michigan University are given below:

Copy of Passport
Proof of English language proficiency
Transcripts from all secondary and post-secondary schools attended or attending
Proof of sufficient fund
SAT/ACT
GRE/GMAT
CV/Resume or Portfolio
Interview

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Who are the top employers of Western Michigan University graduates?

Answered a year ago

The graduates of WMU are contrbuting to the state's economy by working at the top firms given below:

Stryker
Pfizer
Bronson Healthcare
Ascension Michigan
Duncan Aviation

Furthermore, some of the other companies where the graduates of Western Michigan University are working are Amazon, Microsoft, Ford Mot

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How much does it cost to live in Western Michigan University?

Answered a year ago

The cost of living in Western Michigan Universit will depend on the type of your accommodation and your lifestyel. The residence hall contract is for a full academic year unless the resident is transferring, studying abroad, withdrawing or graduating. The rates of residence halls are as follows:

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Anurag Pal

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Mention some of the top employers that recruited the students of WMU for the internships.

Answered a year ago

Students can check the top employers for internships and the number of students placed in a particular company for the year 2021 at Western Michigan University.

Top Employers	Number of Students
Bronson	41
Portage Public Schools	29
WMU	26
Kellogg’s	10
Enterprise	6
Hope Network	5
FEMA Corporation	5
Landscape Forms	4
Deloitte	3
Tesla	3
Whirlpool	3

Pranjal Singh

Contributor-Level 10

What options did the graduates of WMU chose after completing their course?

Answered a year ago

Many of the graduates after completing their course from WMU opted for different paths. Around 70% of the graduates chose to work full-time while 20% o [ted for further studies. 6% of the graduates are still looking for work and 2% of the graduates are working part-time.

Head	Data
Working Full Time	70%
Further Education	20%
Looking For Work	6%
Working Part-Time	2%
Personal Commitments	1%
Military Service	0%
Volunteering Full Time	0%

Pranjal Singh

Contributor-Level 10

What is the IELTS score for Western Michigan University?

Answered a year ago

Below are the English requirements for international students. Students can demonstrate proficiency in English by submitting the English proficiency test scores.

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Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL): 61 iBT undergraduate; 8

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