Central Michigan University Admission
Acceptance Rate
89.82%
Yield (Enrollment Rate)
11.26%
Freshmen Enrollment
2,222
SAT Scores
1,080
For the 2024-2025 admission, a total of 21,969 students have applied and 19,732 students have allowed to admit to Central Michigan University (Acceptance rate: 89.82%). Central Michigan's yield, also known as enrollment rate, is 11.26 % where 2,222 students have finally enrolled out of 19,732 admitted students.
Central Michigan acceptance rate is higher (easier to admit) compared to Public, 4-Years Colleges in Michigan. Compared to similar schools in rankings such as Ferris State University and Eastern Michigan University, its acceptance rate is average (the average acceptance rate of the schools is 85.52%).
Central Michigan enrollment rate (yield) is lower (less admitted-students enrolled) compared to Public, 4-Years Colleges in Michigan. Compared to similar schools in rankings, its yield is average (average yield is 12.22%).
How to Apply to Central Michigan University
The following table summarizes the contact and directory information to apply Central Michigan. Central Michigan offers benefits for veterans, service member, or qualified family members. You may need to prepare certificate of eligibility (COE ) from the Veterans Affairs .
| Admission | https://www.cmich.edu/admissions-aid |
|---|---|
| Online Application | https://fireup.cmich.edu/apply/ |
| Financial Aid | https://www.cmich.edu/offices-departments/office-scholarships-financial-aid |
| Net Price Calculator | https://cmich.studentaidcalculator.com/survey.aspx |
| Veterans Tuition | https://www.cmich.edu/admissions-aid/military-veteran-students/tuition-fees |
| Athletic | https://cmuchippewas.com/sports/2020/6/8/prospective-chippewas.aspx |
| Disability Service | https://www.cmich.edu/student-life/student-support-services/student-disability-services |
Admission Statistics Charts
The following chart visualizes the admission statistics at Central Michigan and compares to similar schools by type, level and location.
*Data Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS).
Test Scores Comparison
In 2025, the average SAT score at Central Michigan University is 1,080 and the average ACT score is 24. Compared to similar schools in college rankings, the admission score of Central Michigan University is comparable to the schools (average score is 1,035). You can check and compare the SAT and ACT scores by subject with tables and charts.
| SAT Average | ACT Average | |
|---|---|---|
| Central Michigan University | 1,080 | 24 |
| Similarly Colleges in Rankings | 1,035 | 22 |
| All U.S. Colleges | 1,123 | 68 |
| Public, 4-Years Colleges | 1,112 | 67 |
| 4-Years Colleges | 1,124 | 68 |
| Public, 4-Years Colleges in Michigan | 1,144 | 72 |
SAT/ACT Scores by Subject
At Central Michigan University, 1,347 students submitted SAT scores (61% of enrolled students).
The average SAT score is about 1,080 and it is around average than average for Public, 4-Years Colleges in Michigan. The following table shows the SAT average scores by subject and 25th/75th percentile.
| 25th percentile | 50th percentile (Median) | 75th percentile | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Evidence-Based Reading and Writing | 490 | 550 | 610 |
| Mathematics | 470 | 530 | 590 |
| Total | 960 | 1,080 | 1,200 |
*Data Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)(Last update: June 5, 2025)
At Central Michigan University, 157 students submitted ACT scores (7% of enrolled students).
The average ACT score is about 24 and it is lower than average for Public, 4-Years Colleges in Michigan. The next table shows the ACT average scores by subject and 25th/75th percentile.
| 25th percentile | 50th percentile (Median) | 75th percentile | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Composite | 21 | 24 | 27 |
| English | 20 | 23 | 27 |
| Mathematics | 19 | 24 | 27 |
Central Michigan Admission Requirements
The following table summarizes the admission requirement to apply to Central Michigan University. The school requires 4 items to submit - Secondary school GPA, Secondary school record, Completion of college-preparatory program, and TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language).
3 items are Considered if submitted - Secondary school rank, Admission test scores, and Legacy status.
| Secondary school GPA | Required |
| Secondary school rank | Considered, if submitted |
| Secondary school record | Required |
| Completion of college-preparatory program | Required |
| Recommendations | Not Considered |
| Formal demonstration of competencies | Not Considered |
| Admission test scores | Considered, if submitted |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | Required |
| Work experience | Not Considered |
| Personal statement or essay | Not Considered |
| Legacy status | Considered, if submitted |