Western Michigan University
Public university · Kalamazoo, MI · 12,568 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
85%
Accessible
SAT (middle 50%)
—
ACT (middle 50%)
—
Average net price
$13,902
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$30,098
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
59%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into Western Michigan University?
Western Michigan University accepts about 85 of every 100 applicants (85%), which makes it accessible. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The latest federal data says Western Michigan University is test-blind (SAT and ACT scores aren’t considered), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Western Michigan University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Western Michigan University cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $30,098 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $13,902 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $15,954 for MI residents and $19,908 for out-of-state students.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$15,954
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$19,908
- Room & board$12,661
- Total cost of attendance$30,098
- Average net price after grants$13,902
Popular majors
Business, Engineering, Health Professions & Nursing, Visual & Performing Arts, Education.
Western Michigan University FAQ
- What is Western Michigan University's acceptance rate?
- 85% — accessible.
- Is Western Michigan University test-optional?
- The latest federal data says Western Michigan University is test-blind (SAT and ACT scores aren’t considered), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Western Michigan University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Western Michigan University cost?
- About $30,098 a year before aid; $13,902 on average after grants.
- What is Western Michigan University's FAFSA school code?
- 002330. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Western Michigan University receives your information.
- What is Western Michigan University's graduation rate?
- 59% of students finish within six years.
Colleges similar to Western Michigan University
| College | Acceptance rate | SAT (middle 50%) | Avg. net price | Graduation rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Michigan State UniversityEast Lansing, MI | 85% | 1180–1360 | $21,322 | 80% |
| Northern Michigan UniversityMarquette, MI | 84% | — | $12,759 | 54% |
| The University of OlivetOlivet, MI | 83% | — | $19,491 | 37% |
| Grand Valley State UniversityAllendale, MI | 83% | 940–1190 | $16,495 | 65% |
| Baker CollegeOwosso, MI | 82% | 960–1160 | $10,115 | 46% |
| Andrews UniversityBerrien Springs, MI | 82% | 990–1290 | $29,164 | 71% |