At a glance
Average net price
$15,407
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
46.4%
Admission rate
80%
Undergrad size
10,055
In-state tuition
$16,240
Out-of-state tuition
$16,240
Cost of attendance
$29,640
Median earnings (10y)
$51,793
Admissions
- SAT average
- 1,066
- ACT midpoint
- 22
- Retention
- 68.8%
- Locale
- Suburb
Programs breakdown
27 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by social sciences (26%), stem (19%), health (19%).
- STEM19%
- Health19%
- Business16%
- Humanities & arts17%
- Social sciences26%
- Trades & services3%
- Health professions18.6%~1,865 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- Business15.7%~1,583 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Education10.0%~1,000 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~595 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Psychology5.8%~586 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Computer science5.4%~540 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~515 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Social sciences5.0%~507 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~473 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~460 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Communication4.3%~434 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Engineering tech2.9%~287 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Engineering2.4%~244 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~156 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Transportation1.5%~148 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~123 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~110 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- English0.8%~76 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- History0.8%~76 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Mathematics0.5%~50 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~42 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Legal0.4%~42 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~38 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Architecture0.4%~38 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~29 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~25 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~13 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
40 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor's | 716 | $65,000 | $28,500 |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 351 | $28,005 | $28,403 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 301 | $43,978 | $26,899 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Bachelor's | 279 | $37,031 | $31,000 |
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other. | Bachelor's | 273 | $34,111 | $31,125 |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Master's | 250 | $52,163 | — |
| Social Work. | Bachelor's | 249 | $30,254 | $31,111 |
| Marketing. | Bachelor's | 202 | $41,201 | $27,000 |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor's | 199 | $33,216 | $29,102 |
| Computer Science. | Bachelor's | 170 | $58,700 | — |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor's | 165 | $32,922 | $26,894 |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 156 | $31,551 | $26,000 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 154 | $45,158 | $24,771 |
| Criminology. | Bachelor's | 149 | $35,159 | $29,000 |
| Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management. | Bachelor's | 126 | — | $25,625 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 126 | $38,257 | $28,676 |
| Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions. | Master's | 114 | $48,555 | — |
| Human Resources Management and Services. | Master's | 113 | $62,705 | — |
| Design and Applied Arts. | Bachelor's | 104 | — | — |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Bachelor's | 101 | $38,878 | $31,000 |
| Social Work. | Master's | 99 | $45,133 | — |
| Special Education and Teaching. | Master's | 95 | $48,020 | — |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Bachelor's | 89 | $43,194 | $25,847 |
| Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions. | Bachelor's | 88 | $32,830 | $27,425 |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor's | 86 | $27,205 | $27,000 |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Bachelor's | 79 | $27,290 | $27,250 |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology. | Master's | 76 | $45,862 | — |
| Special Education and Teaching. | Bachelor's | 72 | $39,379 | $31,000 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master's | 67 | $69,944 | — |
| Communication Disorders Sciences and Services. | Master's | 66 | — | — |
| Construction Management. | Bachelor's | 66 | $63,660 | $28,750 |
| Business/Commerce, General. | Bachelor's | 65 | $45,558 | $33,294 |
| Air Transportation. | Bachelor's | 64 | $45,160 | $29,750 |
| Engineering-Related Fields. | Bachelor's | 62 | — | $31,122 |
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other. | Master's | 59 | $76,154 | — |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Master's | 58 | $57,397 | — |
| History. | Bachelor's | 57 | $27,453 | $29,118 |
| Mechanical Engineering. | Bachelor's | 53 | — | — |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Master's | 53 | $103,317 | — |
| Education, General. | Bachelor's | 51 | — | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About Eastern Michigan University
Eastern Michigan University is a large institution located in Ypsilanti, Michigan, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 10,055 undergraduate students in a suburb setting. The most popular fields of study include Health professions, Business, Education.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Eastern Michigan University — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $15,407 per year, which is moderately priced compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $16,240 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $29,640 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 46.4%, a average completion outcome. 68.8% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $51,793 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Eastern Michigan University confers degrees and certificates across 27 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Health professions, Business, Education. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by social sciences (26% of credentials), stem (19% of credentials), health (19% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Eastern Michigan University accepts 80% of applicants, making it moderately selective. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,066. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 22.
Location & campus
Set in Ypsilanti, Michigan (suburb), Eastern Michigan University draws students from across Michigan and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about Eastern Michigan University
Q.How much does Eastern Michigan University cost?
The average net price at Eastern Michigan University is $15,407 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $29,640.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Eastern Michigan University?
Eastern Michigan University has a 6-year graduation rate of 46.4% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Eastern Michigan University?
Eastern Michigan University admits 80% of applicants, which is considered moderately selective.
Q.How much do Eastern Michigan University graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Eastern Michigan University graduate earns $51,793 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Eastern Michigan University?
Published tuition is $16,240 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Eastern Michigan University located?
Eastern Michigan University is located in Ypsilanti, Michigan (ZIP 48197).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Eastern Michigan University at their official website.