Central Michigan University (CMU) is a public university in Mount Pleasant, Michigan, known for strong programs in business, education, nursing, psychology, biology, communications, and the liberal arts plus a traditional‑looking, 480‑acre campus and Division I athletics. Students often rave about the engaged‑learning environment, lively home‑game culture, many clubs and organizations, and a friendly, small‑college‑town feel with easy access to Northern Michigan outdoor life.
Common Majors
business administration, education, nursing, psychology, biology
“I love CMU’s small‑town, engaged‑learning vibe, how many clubs and game‑day events feel like real hometown pride, and how easy it is to get involved and stay close to nature in Northern Michigan, but from a past‑student view I’ll say the commuter‑heavy underclassmen years, some older housing, and the slower‑paced town life can all feel a bit more real than the campus‑tour posters once you’re living there.”
Team & Tuition
Tuition (no scholarship)
$14,760
Conference
Mid-American Conference
Scholarships Available
Yes. Both athletic and academic.