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Eastern Michigan University
Most applicants get into Eastern Michigan University — 79.6% were admitted — so the real questions are cost, fit and outcomes, covered below.
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Eastern Michigan University occupies suburban Ypsilanti, MI — a public campus quieter than a downtown one, closer to one than a rural seat. International students are a visible presence here — 5.5% of undergraduates come from outside the U.S.
Its highest-earning path is Air Transportation, where graduates median $91,648 four years out. Faculty pay averages $125,664 a year here — a rough proxy for what the school spends on the teaching itself. With 10,055 undergraduates and a residential core, weekends happen on campus — and 68.8% of first-years come back for a second year.
Submitters admitted here typically landed between 910 and 1170 — below the MI middle for four-year schools. Put your own practice estimate on Eastern Michigan University's range with the SAT calculator, or bring a saved GPA from the grade tools.
Admissions
You can apply to Eastern Michigan University without scores. Among admitted students who did submit, the middle half landed between 910 and 1170; applicants below that range often simply apply without them.
| Score | 25th | 50th | 75th |
|---|---|---|---|
| SAT Reading & Writing | 470 | 530 | 600 |
| SAT Math | 440 | 510 | 570 |
| ACT Composite | 18 | 22 | 26 |
Percentiles are among students who submitted scores (Fall 2023 admissions cycle).
In the Fall 2023 cycle, Eastern Michigan University received 20,351 applications and admitted 16,555 (81.3%), with 1,898 enrolling.
How Eastern Michigan University compares
| Eastern Michigan University | Michigan median | National median | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acceptance rate | 79.6% | 79.6% | 77.2% |
| Tuition (in-state) | $16,240 | $24,944 | $19,591 |
| Median earnings (10 yr) | $51,793 | $54,739 | $53,781 |
Ten years out, Eastern Michigan University's median earnings are $51,793 — below the Michigan benchmark of $54,739. Weigh that against the $16,240 price above; the by-major table shows majors drive much of this gap.
Cost, size & completion
As a public university, Eastern Michigan University prices by residency: $16,240 in-state versus $16,240 out-of-state — a $0 gap that makes state lines part of the decision.
Eastern Michigan University enrolls 10,055 undergraduates — mid-sized, with the trade-offs Eastern Michigan University's scale implies: more programs than a small college, more anonymity too.
46.4% graduate within six years. Roughly 54% don't — ask a Eastern Michigan University tour guide what happens to them and watch the answer carefully.
Top majors by earnings at Eastern Michigan University
| Bachelor's program | Median earnings, 4 yrs after completion |
|---|---|
| Air Transportation | $91,648 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General | $90,620 |
| Science, Technology and Society | $90,551 |
| Construction Management | $87,028 |
| Economics | $86,909 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | $85,611 |
| Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management | $82,886 |
| Mechanical Engineering Related Technologies/Technicians | $79,829 |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions | $75,926 |
| Engineering-Related Fields | $75,528 |
| Computer Science | $74,818 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services | $74,066 |
| Accounting and Related Services | $70,471 |
| Management Information Systems and Services | $69,974 |
| Chemistry | $67,767 |
| International Business | $66,259 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | $66,233 |
| Business/Commerce, General | $63,398 |
| Marketing | $61,063 |
| Communication Disorders Sciences and Services | $60,615 |
| Legal Support Services | $60,196 |
| Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication | $59,927 |
| Dietetics and Clinical Nutrition Services | $59,211 |
| Public Health | $58,252 |
| Communications Technologies/Technicians | $57,343 |
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other | $56,207 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | $54,514 |
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research | $54,315 |
| Special Education and Teaching | $54,303 |
| Geography and Cartography | $53,455 |
| Social Work | $52,962 |
| Communication and Media Studies | $52,805 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness | $52,624 |
| Criminology | $52,535 |
| Hospitality Administration/Management | $51,874 |
| Entrepreneurial and Small Business Operations | $51,368 |
| Political Science and Government | $51,261 |
| Specialized Sales, Merchandising and Marketing Operations | $51,020 |
| Biology, General | $50,722 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | $50,007 |
| Film/Video and Photographic Arts | $49,388 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas | $48,994 |
| Psychology, General | $48,346 |
| Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions | $46,560 |
| Journalism | $45,245 |
| Graphic Communications | $42,490 |
| Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services | $42,170 |
| Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender, and Group Studies | $42,073 |
| Sociology | $41,831 |
| Fine and Studio Arts | $41,225 |
| Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies | $40,929 |
| English Language and Literature, General | $39,726 |
| History | $39,709 |
| Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft | $36,621 |
Median earnings for these 54 Eastern Michigan University programs come from a different federal cohort than the campus-wide $51,793 above — compare rows to each other, not to that 10-year figure. 49 additional Eastern Michigan University programs have earnings withheld under federal privacy rules.
Frequently asked questions
What GPA and test scores do you need for Eastern Michigan University?
Among admitted students who submitted scores, the middle 50% scored 910–1170 on the SAT. There's no published GPA cutoff — pair these ranges with the 79.6% admission rate to judge your odds.
What is Eastern Michigan University's acceptance rate?
81.3% in the Fall 2023 cycle — 16,555 admitted from 20,351 applicants.
How much does Eastern Michigan University cost?
In-state tuition is $16,240; out-of-state students pay $16,240. Fees, housing and aid move the real total in both directions.
What do Eastern Michigan University graduates earn?
Federal data puts median earnings at $51,793 ten years after enrolling. The table above breaks this down by major.
Similar colleges in Michigan
- University of Detroit Mercy — 75.4% admitted
- Kettering University — 78.7% admitted
- Cornerstone University — 77.8% admitted
- Grand Valley State University — 83% admitted
Run your own numbers
Data: U.S. Dept. of Education College Scorecard (Jun 2026), IPEDS ADM2023/HD2024. Retrieved 2026-09-01. Figures reflect the latest federal cohorts, which lag the current admissions cycle.