Ypsilanti,
MI
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About Eastern Michigan University
Eastern Michigan University is a public, state university in the suburb of Ypsilanti, Michigan. Eastern Michigan University was founded in 1849. The university currently enrolls around 14,048 students per year, including 11,617 undergrads.
Eastern Michigan University Acceptance Rate
It is moderately difficult to get into Eastern Michigan University. In 2022, Eastern Michigan University accepted 83% of applicants. In 2022, 19,919 students applied to Eastern Michigan University and 16,578 were admitted.
| Eastern Michigan University Admissions Facts At-A-Glance | |
|---|---|
| Overall Acceptance Rate | 83% |
| Early Decision Acceptance Rate | ED not offered |
| Early Action Acceptance Rate | EA not offered |
| Average GPA | 3.4 |
| Test Optional | Yes |
| Applicants Submitting SAT scores | 68% |
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Eastern Michigan University Campus Tours
Eastern Michigan University is located in the town of Ypsilanti, Michigan, in the suburbs of Detroit.
If you would like to see Eastern Michigan University for yourself, be sure to plan a visit! The best way to reach campus is to take Interstate 94, U.S. 23 to Ypsilanti, or book a flight to the nearest airport, Detroit Metropolitan.
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College Info
Eastern Michigan University Application Deadline
First-Year Applications are Due
Continuous processing
Transfer Applications are Due
Continuous processing
The deadline for Fall first-year applications to Eastern Michigan University is Continuous processing.
The deadline for Fall transfer applications to Eastern Michigan University is Continuous processing.
Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs
Eastern Michigan University SAT Scores
Composite SAT Range
930 - 1170
Math SAT Range
450 - 580
Reading SAT Range
480 - 600
Estimated Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score
SAT Score
Estimated Chance
1170 and Above
Good
930 to 1170
Avg
930 and Less
Low
SAT Scores Needed to Get Accepted
The median SAT score for Eastern Michigan University students is 1038. Applicants with SAT scores of 1170 and above have a good chance of being admitted to Eastern Michigan University, while applicants with SAT scores between 930 to 1170 have an average chance of admittance, and prospective students with an SAT score below 930 have a low chance of being offered a spot at Eastern Michigan University.
Eastern Michigan University Tuition & Fees
Tuition & Fees
$29,818
In State$29,818
Out-of-State
Cost Breakdown
In State
Out-of-State
State Tuition
$15,060
$15,060
Fees
$1,690
$1,690
Housing
$12,068
$12,068
Books
$1,000
$1,000
Student Life
Wondering what life at Eastern Michigan University is like? There are approximately 14,048 students enrolled at Eastern Michigan University, including 11,617 undergraduate students and 2,431 graduate students. 71% percent of students attend school full-time, 90% percent are from MI and 10% percent of students are from other states.
71%
Full Time29%
Part Time90%
In State10%
Out-of-StateData Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved
Quick Facts
Total Enrollment
14,048
Campus Setting
Suburban
Acceptance Rate
83%
Tuition and Fees
In State
$16,750
Out-of-State
$16,750
Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline
Continuous processing
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