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What are your chances at Western Michigan University?

Kalamazoo, MI · Public · 12,568 students

85%admitted
84.6% acceptance rate

A likely admit for most qualified applicants.

Out of every 100 applicants, about 85 are admitted.

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What Western Michigan University actually costs — and what graduates earn

Published by the U.S. Department of Education. Real reported figures, not estimates.

Average net price
$15,273
per year, after grants · sticker $29,237
Median earnings
$53,562
10 years after entering
Graduation rate
57.6%
finish within six years
Median debt
$26,188
at graduation · about $278/month

What families actually paid, by income

Under $30,000$5,263
$30,000 – $48,000$5,734
$48,000 – $75,000$13,833
$75,000 – $110,000$18,307
Over $110,000$23,625

Average annual net price paid by students receiving federal aid. For your own family, Western Michigan University’s net price calculator is the authoritative figure.

About admissions at Western Michigan University

Western Michigan University accepts about 84.6% of applicants. Applicants with a reasonable profile have good odds, though a sharp application still improves your chances.

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Admissions data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Rates and score ranges reflect recent reported years and may change.