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Eastern Michigan University

Ypsilanti, MI · Public · Large suburb · Website

Eastern Michigan University campus
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Admission rate
80%
Accessible
Average net price
$16,628
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
46%
Median earnings
$55,390
10 years after enrolling

Summary

Eastern Michigan University is a public college in Ypsilanti, MI with 10,055 undergraduates. It admits 80% of applicants, and admitted students average 1066 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $16,628 per year ($13,749 for families earning under $30,000). 46% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $55,390 ten years after enrolling.

public college

Admissions

Admission rate
80%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test optional
Fall 2024
Applicants
20,351
Fall 2023
Admitted
16,555
Fall 2023
Yield
12%
of admitted students enrolled

Middle 50% of admitted students (Fall 2024). A quarter scored below the band and a quarter above.

SAT Reading & Writing480–600
200800
SAT Math440–570
200800
ACT Composite18–27
136

What Eastern Michigan University looks at

As reported by the college to IPEDS (Fall 2023).

  • High school recordRequired
  • High school GPARequired
  • College-prep courseworkConsidered
  • Class rankNot considered
  • Essay or personal statementNot considered
  • RecommendationsNot considered
  • Demonstrated competenciesNot considered
  • Legacy statusNot considered
  • Work experienceNot considered
  • English proficiency testRequired

Cost

Cost of attendance
$32,365
sticker price, per year
In-state tuition
$17,004
Out-of-state tuition
$17,004

Net price by family income

Average yearly cost after grants and scholarships for students receiving federal aid.

  • $0–30k$13,749
  • $30–48k$13,899
  • $48–75k$14,056
  • $75–110k$17,436
  • $110k+$23,951

Get a personal estimate with Eastern Michigan University's net price calculator

Outcomes

Graduation rate
46%
Freshman retention
69%
Median earnings
$55,390
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$24,738
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
10,055
Student–faculty ratio
14:1
Receive Pell grants
40%
  • White56%
  • Hispanic10%
  • Black17%
  • Asian3%

Eastern Michigan University FAQ

What is Eastern Michigan University's acceptance rate?+

Eastern Michigan University admits 80% of applicants, which makes it accessible.

What SAT score do you need for Eastern Michigan University?+

The middle 50% of admitted students scored 480–600 on SAT Reading and Writing and 440–570 on SAT Math; the average total is 1066.

What ACT score do you need for Eastern Michigan University?+

The middle 50% ACT composite range for admitted students is 18–27.

Is Eastern Michigan University test optional?+

Test optional (considered if submitted).

How many students apply to Eastern Michigan University?+

In Fall 2023, 20,351 students applied to Eastern Michigan University and 16,555 were admitted; 1,898 enrolled.

Does Eastern Michigan University consider legacy status?+

No. Eastern Michigan University reported that legacy status is not considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does Eastern Michigan University require an essay?+

Eastern Michigan University reported that an essay or personal statement is not considered for admission (Fall 2023).

How much does Eastern Michigan University cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $32,365 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $16,628.

What is Eastern Michigan University's graduation rate?+

46% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

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