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Enrollment Deposit
How much is WMU's enrollment deposit?
Western Michigan University requires a deposit of $100 to confirm your enrollment.
National Rank
4.00%
Western Michigan University is in the top 4.00% of colleges in the country for deposit cost. Nationally, 23.16% of colleges do not require a deposit.
State Rank
10.00%
Western Michigan University is in the top 10.00% of colleges in the state of Michigan for deposit cost. 26.19% of colleges in the state do not require a deposit.
Type Rank
7.00%
Western Michigan University is in the top 7.00% of Public, 4-year or above colleges for deposit cost. 37.66% of public colleges do not require a deposit.
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Enrollment Deposit
How much is WMU's enrollment deposit?
Western Michigan University requires a deposit of $100 to confirm your enrollment.
National Rank
4.00%
Western Michigan University is in the top 4.00% of colleges in the country for deposit cost. Nationally, 23.16% of colleges do not require a deposit.
State Rank
10.00%
Western Michigan University is in the top 10.00% of colleges in the state of Michigan for deposit cost. 26.19% of colleges in the state do not require a deposit.
Type Rank
7.00%
Western Michigan University is in the top 7.00% of Public, 4-year or above colleges for deposit cost. 37.66% of public colleges do not require a deposit.
You can find information on taking next steps at Western Michigan University's website.
Student Population
Western Michigan University educates a diverse community of 18,774 students, with 14,687 pursuing undergraduate degrees and 4,087 engaged in advanced graduate studies.
Total Enrollment
18,774
Total Undergraduates
14,687
Total Graduates
4,087
74% Full-Time
26% Part-Time
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Student Population
Western Michigan University educates a diverse community of 18,774 students, with 14,687 pursuing undergraduate degrees and 4,087 engaged in advanced graduate studies.
Total Enrollment
18,774
Total Undergraduates
14,687
Total Graduates
4,087
74% Full-Time
26% Part-Time
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Admissions
The admission process at Western Michigan University has a 85% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $40. Western Michigan University has test required that focus on each student's unique potential. The average SAT score is 1100 and the average ACT score is 24.
Acceptance Rate
85%
Application Fee
$40
SAT
Students submitting SAT
58%
400
1600
990 – 1220
200
800
500 – 620
200
800
490 – 600
ACT
Students submitting ACT
6%
0
36
20 – 27
0
36
18 – 26
0
36
20 – 26
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Admissions
The admission process at Western Michigan University has a 85% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $40. Western Michigan University has test required that focus on each student's unique potential. The average SAT score is 1100 and the average ACT score is 24.
Acceptance Rate
85%
Application Fee
$40
SAT
Students submitting SAT
58%
400
1600
990 – 1220
200
800
500 – 620
200
800
490 – 600
ACT
Students submitting ACT
6%
0
36
20 – 27
0
36
18 – 26
0
36
20 – 26
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Location
Located in Kalamazoo, MI, Western Michigan University offers students a accessible urban experience with all the advantages of a smaller city setting.
City
Kalamazoo
County
Kalamazoo County
State
Michigan
Country
United States
Urbanization
City: Small
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Location
Located in Kalamazoo, MI, Western Michigan University offers students a accessible urban experience with all the advantages of a smaller city setting.
City
Kalamazoo
County
Kalamazoo County
State
Michigan
Country
United States
Urbanization
City: Small
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About
Western Michigan University features a student-focused approach with a 16 : 1 student-faculty ratio, False values, and competitive NCAA athletic programs that enhance the college experience.
Student-to-Faculty Ratio
16 : 1
Religious Affiliation
False
Division in Athletics
NCAA
Sector
Public, 4-year or above
Website
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About
Western Michigan University features a student-focused approach with a 16 : 1 student-faculty ratio, False values, and competitive NCAA athletic programs that enhance the college experience.
Student-to-Faculty Ratio
16 : 1
Religious Affiliation
False
Division in Athletics
NCAA
Sector
Public, 4-year or above
Website
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Cost
Western Michigan University makes education accessible, offering an average net price of $20,183 with 95% of students receiving financial assistance including 25% benefiting from Pell Grants.
Average Net Price
$20,183
Received Aid
95%
Pell Recipients
25%
$7,599 In-State
$7,599 Out-of-State
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Cost
Western Michigan University makes education accessible, offering an average net price of $20,183 with 95% of students receiving financial assistance including 25% benefiting from Pell Grants.
Average Net Price
$20,183
Received Aid
95%
Pell Recipients
25%
$7,599 In-State
$7,599 Out-of-State
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Demographics
The Western Michigan University student body represents diverse backgrounds and experiences, with 79% in-state students and a balanced age distribution across traditional and non-traditional learners.
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Demographics
The Western Michigan University student body represents diverse backgrounds and experiences, with 79% in-state students and a balanced age distribution across traditional and non-traditional learners.
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Outcomes
Western Michigan University prioritizes student success, demonstrated by a 56% graduation rate and the achievements of alumni who make meaningful contributions in their communities and careers.
Graduation Rate
56%
Outcomes
Western Michigan University prioritizes student success, demonstrated by a 56% graduation rate and the achievements of alumni who make meaningful contributions in their communities and careers.
Graduation Rate
56%





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