Eastern Michigan University, Ypsilanti, Michigan

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401 Pierce Hall
Estd 1849

Updated on - Dec 10th, 2021 | 04:26 PM By Archana S

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Founded in 1849, Eastern Michigan University (EMU) is a private liberal arts university in Ypsilanti, Michigan. The Eastern Michigan University campus is spread across more than 800 acres with walkways and jogging trails. The main campus encompasses 122 buildings. Eastern Michigan University offers more than 200 minor and major programs across five colleges. It also offers more than 42 study abroad programs each year.

Eastern Michigan University offers more than 200 undergraduate majors, minors, and certificates, and more than 150 graduate programs to 21,000+ students. EMU recorded 14,323 applications for the fall 2019 undergraduate session. The tuition fee for undergraduate students is 12,079 USD. The average tuition fee at Eastern Michigan University for international students is around $16,000 per year. EMU is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission (HLC) and is ranked 6th nationwide for an online master’s program in educational leadership.

Why Choose EMU?

Eastern Michigan University has a history of providing world-class education in disciplines like business, and liberal arts with law. Some facts that set apart Eastern Michigan University from other universities in the US are given below:

Total Enrollment

21,105

Countries Represented by Undergraduates

62

Total Institutional Grants and Scholarships Awarded 

$73 Million

Undergraduate Majors and Minors

200+

Student-to-Faculty Ratio 

8:1

Total Faculty

1,214

International Students 

206

Clubs and Organizations

More than 250

Faculties/ Departments at EMU

Eastern Michigan University faculties impart world-class facilities to their scholars. A range of degree programs are offered to students in study areas like arts, business, science, etc. Some of the academic disciplines at EMU are as follows:

Accounting and Finance

Computer Information Systems

Management

Marketing

Nursing

Health Sciences

Teacher Education

Women’s and Gender Studies

Student Services at EMU

Students at Eastern Michigan University are provided with all the facilities and amenities they might require in their academic career, to make them an all-rounder. Some services and amenities offered at EMU are listed below:

  • Athletics facilities
  • Holman Success Centre
  • Students clubs and organizations
  • Multicultural affairs
  • Counseling services
  • Halle library
  • Bookstore

University Stats

Eastern Michigan University is a private liberal arts university that offers more than 42 study abroad programs each year. EMU is home to over 21,000 students with 14% of them coming from all around the world. The Eastern Michigan University acceptance rate is 72.9%.

Eastern Michigan University Rankings

Eastern Michigan University is ranked as the top "Military Friendly" university in Michigan and also the nation's third-highest university. Given below are some other rankings of EMU:

  • Listed 'Best in the Midwest' by the Princeton Review for the 18th consecutive year
  • College of Business ranked among the nation's best for the 16th consecutive year of the Princeton Review
  • Nationally ranked in the top 25 for student services on the autism spectrum
  • EMU is ranked the 10th in the nation to be the best online college for entrepreneurship

Student-Faculty Ratio

8:1

Male-Female Ratio

40:60

International Students

206

Total Enrolment

24,545


Admission Details

The admission criteria at EMU differ depending upon the type of program one wants to enroll in and also the campus one chooses to study in. The students have to fulfill all the criteria set by EMU as well as the individual criteria set by the programs. Only successfully submitted online applications along with the required application fee and other necessary documents shall be processed for admissions by EMU. Listed below are some basic admission requirements of EMU to be fulfilled by international students:

  • Official high school/college transcripts reviewed by each of the following agencies: SpanTran, EP, ECE, WES
  • Average GPA high school of 3.29 on 4.0 is recommended
  • A minimum cumulative undergraduate GPA of 2.7 on 4.0 is required
  • SAT or ACT scores for undergraduate programs
  • GRE or GMAT scores for graduation programs
  • Evidence of competence in the English Language
  • Financial statement of obligation to show the availability of funds to cover expenditure
  • Passport and Visa
  • Personal statements, letters of recommendation, and resumes may be required for admission to graduate programs

Acceptance Rate

Minimum Score
TOEFL Requirements

Min. 79


Minimum Score
IELTS Requirements

Min. 6.5


Application Website


Accepts Direct Application

yes


Accepts Common Application

No


Total Applications

16,126


Average Tuition Fees

The basic tuition fee at EMU ranges from $12,000 to $24,500 depending upon the courses or programs one chooses to enroll. The average tuition fee for undergraduate students is $10,808. Additionally, the tuition fees for graduate students with NSP scholarship is $14,175 USD and for the graduate students without NSP scholarship, it is $25,200. The average tuition fee for international students at Eastern Michigan University at different levels of study are given below:

Degree Type Tuition Fees
Diploma -
Undergraduate $12,079
Post Graduate $24,030

Application Details

Eastern Michigan University accepts online application forms from students who are willing to enroll in any of the academic programs. The students are required to pay an application fee of $35 which is non-refundable and also submit the necessary documents like transcripts, English proficiency test results, copy of passports, and others as specified by the college. The application deadline given below must be followed for Eastern Michigan University admissions:

Events Dates
Application Deadline
2022-01-15

Other Fees

Along with Eastern Michigan University tuition fees, the students at EMU might have to pay for other fees that depend upon the program one has enrolled in and also on the facilities that one has availed. The students might have to pay for stationery, books, membership fees, residence or accommodation services, and so on. Below are listed some of the other Eastern Michigan University fees to be paid by international students:

  • Books & Supplies: $1,000/ year
  • Room & Board: $9,854/ year
  • Other Expenses: $2,434/ year
Average Annual Tuition Fees
$12,079
Average Accommodation
$9,854
Application Fees
$45

Courses Fees

Course fees at EMU vary for the different programs based on the type and level of the program. EMU offers a wide range of courses in business, nursing, technology, education, etc. Given below are some of the courses and their fees for Eastern Michigan University international students:

Master Courses:

Bachelor Courses:

Master of Science [M.Sc]

Course Fees: $24030


Bachelor of Science [B.Sc]

Course Fees: $12079


Master of Arts [M.A]

Course Fees: $24030


Bachelor of Arts [B.A]

Course Fees: $12079


Bachelor of Science [B.Sc] - Bachelor of Arts [B.A]

Course Fees: $12079


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Contact Information

For any queries regarding admissions or other necessary details, one can visit the campus during working hours or can call at +1-734-487-1849. One can also send a mail at international.admissions@emich.edu. Other contact details of Eastern Michigan University are given below:

Ypsilanti, Michigan

Location

+1-734-487-1849

Contact No

800-468-6368

Toll-Free No

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