Race & Ethnicity
Eastern Michigan University has a diverse student body with 40% students of color and 5% international students, creating a rich multicultural learning environment that celebrates students from all racial and ethnic backgrounds.
Racial & Ethnic Composition
Diversity Highlights
Cultural Engagement
Eastern Michigan University offers numerous cultural organizations, diversity programs, and multicultural events that celebrate the rich backgrounds of our student community.
Gender Distribution
Eastern Michigan University has a gender distribution of 59% female students and 41% male students.
Overall Gender Distribution
Gender Statistics
33% of total enrollment
49% of total enrollment
Age Distribution
Eastern Michigan University serves a diverse student population across multiple age demographics. The university enrolls 47% traditional college-age students (18-21 years old) and 15% non-traditional students aged 25 and older.
Undergraduate Ages
Graduate Student Ages
Age Diversity Insights
47%
Traditional Age (18-21)
15%
Non-Traditional (25+)
18%
Graduate Students
Geographic Diversity
Eastern Michigan University attracts students from across the United States and internationally, with 5% international students contributing to a globally diverse campus community. The student body includes 84% in-state residents, 11% out-of-state students, and 5% international students, creating rich cross-cultural learning opportunities.
Geographic Origin
Regional Representation
84% of student body
11% of student body
5% of student body
States Represented
41 states are represented on campus.
Diversity Metrics
Ethnic Diversity
40%
Students of Color
Gender Balance
59%
Female Students
Global Reach
5%
International
Age Diversity
15%
Non-Traditional Age