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Western Michigan University

Kalamazoo, MI • public • I | MAC | FBS
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Acceptance
84.7%
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Grad Rate
58%
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Cost
$28,428 / $32,210

Overview

Institution Type
public
Campus Setting
Urban
Student Population
Undergrad: 14,117 • Total: 18,447
Academic Calendar
Semester
Honors College/Program
Yes
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Address
1903 W Michigan Ave
Kalamazoo, MI
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Website
wmich.edu
Region
Midwest
Carnegie Classification
R1: Doctoral Universities – Very High Research Activity

Student Demographics

Gender Distribution
Male: 6,950 (49.2%) • Female: 7,167 (50.8%)
Race/Ethnicity Distribution
Asian 398 2.8%
Black/African American 1,142 8.1%
Hispanic/Latino 1,283 9.1%
White 9,610 68.1%
Two or More Races 601 4.3%
International 661 4.7%

Admissions & Selectivity

Acceptance Rate
84.7%
17,020 admitted from 20,100 applicants
Standardized Testing Policy
✓ Test Optional
SAT Score Range (25th-75th percentile)
Reading: 500-620
Math: 490-600
Total: 990-1220
ACT Composite Range (25th-75th percentile)
20-27
Application Types Offered
EA RD
Application Requirements
—
Financial Aid Forms
FAFSA only
Deadlines
EA: 12/15/2025
RD: Rolling

Academic Outcomes

6-Year Graduation Rate
57.8%
4-Year Graduation Rate
29.0%
Freshman Retention Rate
80.0%
Student-Faculty Ratio
19.0:1

Cost & Financial Aid

Total Cost of Attendance (2022-23)
In-State
$28,428
Tuition + Room & Board + Books
Out-of-State
$32,210
Tuition + Room & Board + Books
Annual Tuition & Fees (2022-23)
In-state: $15,126
Out-of-state: $18,908
Room & Board
$12,174
Books & Supplies
$1,128
Average Net Price by Family Income (2022-23)
$0-30,000 $5,263
$30,001-48,000 $5,734
$48,001-75,000 $13,833
$75,001-110,000 $18,307
$110,001+ $23,625
Students Receiving Pell Grants
67%

🏈 Athletics

NCAA Division
I
Conference
MAC
Football
FBS
Men's Sports (6)
Baseball Basketball Football (FBS) Ice Hockey Soccer Tennis
Women's Sports (8)
Basketball Golf Gymnastics Soccer Softball Tennis Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Volleyball
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💰 Merit Scholarships

Typical Requirements
3.0 GPA
In-State Awards
$6,249-$16,000/yr
Out-of-State Awards
$5,334-$16,000/yr
Multi-Year Awards
$2,167-$64,000 total
12 automatic scholarships (15 total)
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Common questions about Western Michigan University

What is Western Michigan University's acceptance rate?
Western Michigan University accepts 85% of applicants, from 20,100 applications.
How much does Western Michigan University cost?
Tuition and fees are $15,126 in-state and $18,908 out-of-state. Families earning under $30,000 pay $5,263 on average after aid.
Does Western Michigan University require SAT or ACT scores?
Western Michigan University does not require SAT or ACT scores for admission.
What ACT score do you need for Western Michigan University?
The middle 50% of admitted students scored between 20 and 27 on the ACT.
What is Western Michigan University's graduation rate?
58% of students graduate within six years.