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Overall Niche Grade
How are grades calculated?Data Sources
Academics
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Value
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Diversity
gradeA
Campus
gradeB+
Athletics
gradeA minus
Party Scene
gradeA
Professors
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Location
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Dorms
gradeB
Campus Food
gradeA
Student Life
gradeA
Safety
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Western Michigan is an above-average public university located in Kalamazoo, Michigan. It is a large institution with an enrollment of 11,421 undergraduate students. The Western Michigan acceptance rate is 85%. Popular majors include Marketing, Aeronautics and Aviation Technology, and Psychology. Graduating 55% of students, Western Michigan alumni go on to earn a starting salary of $32,300.
KALAMAZOO, MI 49008
About Western Michigan...
- Common App Accepted
- Public College
- SAT/ACT Optional
- Some Online Degrees
Athletics Division
NCAA Division I-FBS
Athletics Conference
Mid-American Conference
Compare to Other Colleges
- Michigan
- Kalamazoo
Western Michigan University Rankings
Niche rankings are based on rigorous analysis of key statistics from the U.S. Department of Education and millions of reviews.
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Admissions
Application Deadline
Deadline for application submissions. Please contact the school for more details.
Rolling Admissions
Acceptance Rate
85%
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SAT Range
990-1220
ACT Range
19-27
Application Fee
$40
SAT/ACT
Considered but not required
High School GPA
Required
Early Decision/Early Action
No
Accepts Common App
Yes
Application Website
Admissions Website
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Will You Get Into WMU?
Cost
Net Price
$20,030/ year
National
$15,523
Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
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Average Total Aid Awarded
$6,813/ year
National
$7,535
Students Receiving Financial Aid
94%
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Academics
Professors
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Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
Student Faculty Ratio
14:1
Evening Degree Programs
No
76%
of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes.216 responses
69%
of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want.254 responses
60%
of students agree that the workload is easy to manage.254 responses
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Majors
Most Popular Majors
Marketing
281 Graduates
Aeronautics and Aviation Technology
214 Graduates
Psychology
186 Graduates
Finance
182 Graduates
Liberal Arts and Humanities
175 Graduates
Accounting
172 Graduates
Criminal Justice and Safety Studies
119 Graduates
Nursing
115 Graduates
Biomedical Sciences and Molecular Medicine
105 Graduates
Logistics and Supply Chain Management
92 Graduates
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Online Academics
Offers Online Courses
College offers distance education courses.
Yes
How Students Learn
Based on class setting of student enrollment.
Mix of Online and on Campus
60%
On Campus
34%
Online
6%
Programs Offered Entirely Online
Total number of complete undergraduate programs offered online or through distance learning.
3
Online Certificate Programs
Total number of certificate degree programs offered online or through distance education.
1
Online Associates Programs
Total number of associate degree programs offered online or through distance education.
Online Bachelor's Programs
Total number of bachelor's degree programs offered online or through distance education.
2
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Students
Full-Time Enrollment
11,421Undergrads
Part-Time Undergrads
2,168
Undergrads Over 25
9%
Pell Grant
25%
Varsity Athletes
3%
Poll
What one word or phrase best describes the typical student at this school?
Based on
186 responses
You can't describe all in one word everyone varies
38%
Outgoing/friendly
26%
Determined
15%
Interesting
10%
Average
6%
Reserved
3%
Stressed
1%
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Campus Life
Freshman Live On-Campus
No data available —
Day Care Services
No
Poll
53%
of students say that Greek life is average, and no one will treat you differently if you don't join.297 responses
Poll
62%
of students say varsity sports are a big part of campus life.348 responses
Poll
What one word or phrase best describes your school?
Based on
200 responses
Diverse
24%
Sociable
23%
Lively
16%
Amazing
12%
Busy
10%
Flexible
6%
Home away from home
3%
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80%
of students highly rate the athletics/recreation facilities.206 responses
49%
of students highly rate the dining facilities.206 responses
75%
of students highly rate the performing arts facilities.206 responses
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After College
Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
$45,000/ year
National
$33,028
Graduation Rate
55%
National
49%
Employed 2 Years After Graduation
94%
National
83%
88%
of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation.155 responses
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Western Michigan University Reviews
Rating 3.75 out of 5 3,644 reviews
Rating 3 out of 5
Overall I do really like Western Michigan University. A major reason why I chose to go was because no other school near me had the major that I wanted to pursue. The Kalamazoo area in MI can be pretty dangerous, however, I have always felt safe on the campus grounds. Campus food is nothing glamours but there are some great places to eat in the greater Kalamazoo/southwest area of MI. Not to mention it is very close to other big towns/cities such as Chicago, Ann Arbor, Lansing, etc. What I do like about WMU is how diversity is very important to the school. Sometimes it does feel as though they value clubs/sports over academics which can be frustrating but to be expected. Teachers are usually pretty nice but a lot of the textbooks they use are mandatory and outdated. If WMU has a certain program/major that you are interested in pursuing it is a great school, however, I would not recommend going in undecided or in a more common major you would find anywhere. All that to say, Go Broncos!
- Sophom*ore
- a month ago
Rating 5 out of 5
I have had a great experience with Western Michigan University! I know I can receive the support and advice from many of the professors and advisors on campus! They strive to make sure that students succeed and create the best learning experience for many students, myself included! I am glad to be a bronco and I always feel safe and connected at campus! There are many opportunities for students which creates a diverse and beneficial learning experience!
- Junior
- 20 days ago
Rating 4 out of 5
My overall experience with WMU was fun! However as my time progressed, things as far as diversity and different opportunities started to diminish. All in all, the experience that I had would not have been so fulling for me if it wasnt for the people that were brought into my life at the time they did.
- Alum
- a month ago
