Eastern Michigan University
Eastern Michigan University is a public research university in Ypsilanti, Michigan, with about 10,055 students. Admission is moderately selective, with an acceptance rate of about 79.64% in federal reporting data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $51,793 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $16,240
- 2024 Average Net Price: $15,407 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 79.64% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 10,055 77.0% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 46.44%
- Average SAT Score: 1066
Eastern Michigan University: what the data shows
Common questions about Eastern Michigan University, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Eastern Michigan University?
Eastern Michigan University is located in Ypsilanti, MI (ZIP 48197).
NCES locale classification: Rural fringe.
Is Eastern Michigan University public or private?
Eastern Michigan University is a Public institution.
How much does Eastern Michigan University cost?
Published tuition: $16,240.
Average net price after aid: $15,407.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $13,250 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $12,863 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $13,748 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $18,243 |
| $110,001+ | $21,036 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $64,960.
How hard is it to get into Eastern Michigan University?
Admission rate: 79.64%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 1066 and midpoint ACT 22.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is Eastern Michigan University?
Total enrollment: 10,055 students.
About 77% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Eastern Michigan University?
150%-time completion rate: 46.44%.
First-year retention: 68.8%.
What do graduates of Eastern Michigan University earn?
Median earnings: $43,148 six years after entry; $51,793 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $25,000.
36.64% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Eastern Michigan University known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Other/Unknown Programs (3,462 completions)
- Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, & Nursing Research (323 completions)
- Social Work (159 completions)
- Other Multidisciplinary Studies (155 completions)
- General Psychology (147 completions)
- CIP 520201 (99 completions)
- Marketing/Marketing Management, General (80 completions)
- Computer Science (76 completions)
- Educational Administration & Support (76 completions)
- Graphic Communications (75 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Eastern Michigan University a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 79.64%; completion rate 46.44%; median earnings $51,793 at 10 years; net price $15,407. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Costs
Tuition Costs
$16,240
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Eastern Michigan University was $16,240.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$15,407
2024 Value
In 2024 Eastern Michigan University had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $15,407.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$61,628 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$15,407 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$64,960 4-Year Tuition
Costs include tuition and fees. Room & board, books, and other expenses are additional.
4-year total cost breakdown for Eastern Michigan University.
Financial Aid by Income Level
36.64% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
42.90% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Eastern Michigan University was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for Eastern Michigan University in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $9,364 | $24,909 | $12,449 |
| 2014 | $9,663 | $25,706 | $12,955 |
| 2015 | $10,417 | $27,712 | $12,675 |
| 2016 | $11,209 | $27,702 | $14,165 |
| 2017 | $12,019 | $29,200 | $14,043 |
| 2018 | $12,508 | $12,508 | $15,394 |
| 2019 | $13,758 | $13,758 | $15,924 |
| 2020 | $13,810 | $13,810 | $15,127 |
| 2021 | $15,700 | $15,700 | $16,445 |
| 2022 | $16,410 | $16,410 | $15,472 |
| 2023 | $15,510 | $15,510 | $17,084 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Admissions
Acceptance Rate
79.64% Acceptance Rate
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 1066
ACT Average: 22
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
Estimated GPA Range: 3.0 - 3.4
Estimated Median GPA: 3.20
Note: GPA requirements are estimated based on admission selectivity and test scores. Actual requirements may vary.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
77.0% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Eastern Michigan University in 2024 is 10,055 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
68.8%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
23.96% 100% Completion Time
46.44% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 23.96% of students graduating from Eastern Michigan University completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Eastern Michigan University.
Return on Investment
$25,000 Median Student Debt
$51,793 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
48.27% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
740.41% Return on Investment
4.8 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Eastern Michigan University.
Top Programs by Completions
10 Programs Reporting Data
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, & Nursing Research: 323 completions
Social Work: 159 completions
Other Multidisciplinary Studies: 155 completions
General Psychology: 147 completions
CIP 52.0201: 99 completions
Marketing/Marketing Management, General: 80 completions
Computer Science: 76 completions
Educational Administration & Support: 76 completions
Graphic Communications: 75 completions
Other/Unknown Programs: 3,462 completions
Most popular programs at Eastern Michigan University.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Eastern Michigan University graduates.
About
Eastern Michigan University is a public institution located in Ypsilanti, MI, offering 157 distinct degree programs across various academic disciplines. The institution enrolls approximately 10,055 students. The admission rate is 79.64%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 1066. The institution maintains a 46.44% graduation rate. Approximately 36.64% of students receive Pell Grants.
Institution Type
Public
Location
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
Region: Great Lakes
Insights and Analysis
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 157 distinct degree programs, Eastern Michigan University provides students with a wide range of academic options. This diversity allows students to explore various fields and find programs that align with their interests and career goals.
FAQ
How much does Eastern Michigan University cost?
Reported in-state tuition is $16,240 and average net price is $15,407 in the latest College Scorecard data.
How hard is it to get into Eastern Michigan University?
The admission rate is 79.6% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data.
What test scores do students need for Eastern Michigan University?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, Eastern Michigan University reports midpoint SAT about 1066 and midpoint ACT about 22.
What do graduates of Eastern Michigan University earn?
Median earnings are $43,148 six years after entry and $51,793 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Eastern Michigan University?
The 150%-time completion rate is 46.4% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Eastern Michigan University students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $25,000.
How big is Eastern Michigan University?
Total enrollment is about 10,055 students in the latest reporting year.
Is Eastern Michigan University public or private?
Eastern Michigan University is a public institution located in Ypsilanti, MI.
Is Eastern Michigan University an HBCU?
No. Eastern Michigan University is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Eastern Michigan University a tribal college?
No. Eastern Michigan University is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Eastern Michigan University a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, Eastern Michigan University does not meet that proxy (reported share 10.3%).
Is Eastern Michigan University religiously affiliated?
No religious affiliation is reported for Eastern Michigan University in IPEDS institutional characteristics.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.