Graduate School Overview

Central Michigan University (CMU) began offering classes in 1892 as the Central Michigan Normal School and Business Institute. Today, CMU is among the 100 largest public universities in America and provides over 200 accredited, high value academic programs to over 28,000 students. The university's motto of wisdom, virtue, and friendship has remained intact throughout the years. Students from all over the world enjoy a comfortable campus environment, state-of-the-art library and research facilities, and faculty mentors that care about student success at CMU and beyond graduation.

Highlights

CMU's 480-acre campus is accommodating, friendly, and conveniently located in the heart of a classic American university town  Students and faculty enjoy new research facilities and upgraded technologies, convenient classrooms with wireless connectivity and multi-media functionality, and a state-of-the-art library with over a million volumes, hundreds of computer stations, art exhibits, a coffee shop, and meeting rooms  CMU students enjoy quality academic programs, flexible program plans, and close access to faculty mentors and student services  The CMU community hosts numerous recreational and cultural activities, and features many nearby dining and shopping facilities

Institute Accreditation

Regional Accreditation North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Ranking and Reputation

CMU programs are known for excellence around the world, in Audiology, Broadcasting, Chemistry, Mathematics, Political Science, Sport Administration, Psychology, and many other areas  CMU's Master of Science in Administration is among the largest graduate programs in the US, with over 5,000 students on campus, online, and at over 60 locations throughout North America  CMU's MBA program, with prestigious AACSB-International accreditation, features 12 value-added concentrations, making it one of the most relevant MBAs in America. For example, CMU is one of the only universities, anywhere, offering an MBA with an emphasis in SAP Enterprise Software

Graduate Credentials Offered

Fields of Study Approx. # Students Enrolled Masters Degrees PhD Degrees Grad Diplomas/ Certificates Business Not Available       Computer Science Not Available       Education Not Available       Engineering Not Available       Health Sciences Not Available       Humanities Not Available       Music Not Available       Physical Education Not Available       Public Administration Not Available       Public Health Not Available

Admissions & Tuition
Information For US Students	Information For International Students
Admissions Criteria  Minimum GPA: 2.7  Minimum GRE: No Set Minimum Deadlines (Month/Day)  Application: Continuous  Notification of Acceptance: Varies Fees (US$)  Annual Tuition: 7,812 Tuition for Selected Degrees (US$)  MA,MS,MSA,MM,MAT,AuD,PT: 7,812/Year	Admissions Criteria  Minimum GPA: 2.7  Minimum GRE: No Set Minimum  English Language Proficiency  (Minimum Score)     IELTS : 6.5     TOEFL (Computer-based) : 213.0     TOEFL (Internet-based) : 79.0     TOEFL (Paper-based) : 550.0     Conditional admission to high qualified     applicants who do not meet language     proficiency minimums Deadlines (Month/Day)  Application: Continuous  Notification of Acceptance: Varies Fees (US$)  Annual Tuition: 13,788 Language Support for International Students  Language Classes During Program  Language Testing and Placement  Pre-program Language Classes Other Support  Counseling and Buddy Programs  International Student Orientation Programs

Institute Scholarships/Awards and Financial Assistance for Grad Students

US Students International Students Student Bursary Programs     Student Scholarship Programs     Student Teaching/Research Assistantships     Student Work Opportunities Programs     Teaching/Research Assistantships

Buildings and Resources

CMU is a large university with a small town atmosphere. The recently expanded and redesigned, million-volume library, with a four-story atrium and hundreds of new computer stations, resides at the center of campus. Walks between classes rarely take more than ten minutes. Featuring early 20th century historical architecture and brand new, state-of-the-art buildings, CMU is a very comfortable and accommodating place to live and study. Students enjoy walking around the 480-acre campus and attending concerts, theatrical productions, and NCAA Division One sporting events. Students especially appreciate nearby shopping, dining, and recreation facilities.

Grad Student Organizations

Graduate students at CMU actively participate in CMU's Graduate Student Association, various international student associations, plus many social and professional student organizations.