Applying to Central
Before You Apply
Applying to Central is easy. We've created a four-step guide for students and parents to follow. Before you apply, check out our requirements and some key dates.
Apply
- Apply
- Mail in application fee
Paying for Central
- Fill out the FAFSA
- Explore scholarships
Admission
- Send in orientation fee
- Reserve your residence hall room
Orientation
- Schedule orientation May through August
- Check out CMU's leadership programs for new students
Don't Forget!
It's not too late to send in your $175 New Student Orientation fee. Once we receive this, you'll be able to reserve a date for your orientation session and request one of our residence hall suites. If you have questions, please contact us.
Did You Know ?
- The CMU baseball team has the most Mid-American Conference (MAC) titles - 11- in the league since CMU began MAC play in 1973.
- CMU's nationally known Leadership Institute develops more than 4,000 student leaders annually.
- CMU's journalism major is the only one of its kind in Michigan with concentrations in advertising, photojournalism, public relations, and news editorial.
- CMU has been a top three choice in Michigan for earning a master's degree for the past five years, mainly through the 60 Off-Campus Program sites.
Get involved
CMU students keep things interesting with nearly 250 student organizations. Find yours.
