Race & Ethnicity
Central Michigan University has a diverse student body with 23% students of color and 4% international students, creating a rich multicultural learning environment that celebrates students from all racial and ethnic backgrounds.
Racial & Ethnic Composition
Diversity Highlights
Cultural Engagement
Central Michigan University offers numerous cultural organizations, diversity programs, and multicultural events that celebrate the rich backgrounds of our student community.
Gender Distribution
Central Michigan University has a gender distribution of 62% female students and 38% male students.
Overall Gender Distribution
Gender Statistics
26% of total enrollment
42% of total enrollment
Age Distribution
Central Michigan University serves a diverse student population across multiple age demographics. The university enrolls 57% traditional college-age students (18-21 years old) and 12% non-traditional students aged 25 and older.
Undergraduate Ages
Graduate Student Ages
Age Diversity Insights
57%
Traditional Age (18-21)
12%
Non-Traditional (25+)
32%
Graduate Students
Geographic Diversity
Central Michigan University attracts students from across the United States and internationally, with 4% international students contributing to a globally diverse campus community. The student body includes 90% in-state residents, 7% out-of-state students, and 4% international students, creating rich cross-cultural learning opportunities.
Geographic Origin
Regional Representation
90% of student body
7% of student body
4% of student body
States Represented
40 states are represented on campus.
Diversity Metrics
Ethnic Diversity
23%
Students of Color
Gender Balance
62%
Female Students
Global Reach
4%
International
Age Diversity
12%
Non-Traditional Age