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Central Michigan University

Mount Pleasant, Michigan · Public

91%acceptance rate
970–1210SAT middle 50%
20–28ACT middle 50%
$15,826average net price, in-state

Central Michigan University admitted 91% of 22,287 applicants (Common Data Set 2025-2026). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 970–1210 in the middle half. Test scores are optional. 62% of students graduate within six years.

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Application deadlines

Central Michigan University’s first-year deadlines for 2026–27 on the Common App:

Regular decision
Rolling admission

The application fee is $40 ($55 for international applicants), and Central Michigan University accepts the Common App fee waiver for U.S. applicants only.

Deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone. From Common App’s requirements grid, updated September 25, 2026. Check Central Michigan University’s admissions site before you submit. See every college’s deadlines or early decision vs. early action.

Early decision and early action

Central Michigan University doesn’t report an early decision or early action round.

What admissions weighs

How Central Michigan University rates each part of an application, from its Common Data Set.

Very important

  • Course rigor
  • GPA

Important

  • Talent or ability

Considered

  • Class rank
  • Test scores
  • Essay
  • Recommendations
  • Interview
  • Activities
  • Character
  • Volunteering
  • Work experience

Not considered

  • First generation
  • Legacy
  • Where you live
  • State residency
  • Religion
  • Showing interest

High school GPA

First-year students averaged a 3.48 GPA. 25% of those who reported a class rank were in the top 10% of their class.

  • 4.018%
  • 3.75–3.9920%
  • 3.50–3.7415%
  • 3.25–3.4915%
  • 3.00–3.2417%
  • 2.50–2.9912%
  • 2.00–2.492%
  • Under 2.00.3%

Some colleges report weighted GPAs, so compare loosely.

What it costs

Full price with housing is $31,058 in-state and $31,058 out-of-state a year. After grants, students paid $15,826 on average (in-state).

Average price after grants, by family income, for in-state students:

  • $0–30k$12,672
  • $30–48k$11,638
  • $48–75k$14,182
  • $75–110k$17,215
  • $110k+$18,780

Quick answers

What is Central Michigan University’s acceptance rate?

Central Michigan University admitted 91% of applicants: 20,289 of 22,287 (Common Data Set 2025-2026).

When is Central Michigan University’s application deadline?

Central Michigan University uses rolling admission for 2026–27 and has no early round on the Common App, so applying early in the fall gives you the best shot at open spots and aid.

What SAT score do you need for Central Michigan University?

The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 970 to 1210, with a median around 1100. A score at or above 1100 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.

How much is Central Michigan University’s application fee?

The application fee is $40 ($55 for international applicants) for 2026–27, and Central Michigan University accepts the Common App fee waiver for U.S. applicants only.

Does Central Michigan University have supplemental essays?

No. Central Michigan University doesn’t ask for a supplemental essay or the Common App personal essay for 2026–27.

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