Central Bound

About Central Bound 

Central Bound is a formalized partnership between CMU and community colleges in Michigan. The program allows for dual admission and dual enrollment at both institutions. This means you can receive the benefits of being a CMU student while attending community college.

Partner schools 

Lansing Community College. LCC students will be able to participate in Central Bound in Fall 2026. Classes are available online or in person at the Mount Pleasant campus.  

Eligible degree programs and more details coming soon! 

Prospective students

Available starting Fall 2026

Central Bound makes it easier to earn your degree by connecting your community college experience with Central Michigan University. It’s designed to save you time, money, and stress—while keeping you on track to graduate. Central Bound will give you the opportunity to dual enroll at LCC and CMU to meet your education goals! More information is coming soon about the application process, financial aid, and degree options. Here’s how it works:

  • Build a schedule that works for you
    Take classes at your community college, at CMU, or online through CMU Innovation & Online. More options mean more flexibility—and faster progress toward your degree.

  • Save thousands on tuition
    By completing your associate degree or taking lower-level courses at a community college, you can cut your total costs. Programs like the Community College Guarantee and Reconnect can help, too.

  • Use financial aid at both schools
    If you're taking classes at your community college and CMU during the same semester, a financial aid agreement lets you apply your aid to both.

  • Know your credits will transfer
    When you're Central Bound, your credits are protected. You'll lock in CMU's catalog rights and know your courses will count the way they should.

  • Get advising help early
    Connect with a CMU academic advisor before you even transfer, so you can make smart decisions about your courses and degree plan from the start.

  • Finish your degree your way
    Stay on campus in Mt. Pleasant or complete your CMU degree fully online—whatever fits your goals and lifestyle.

  • Skip the stress of transferring
    You’ll already be admitted to CMU, so there’s no need to reapply. Plus, you won’t have to send transcripts back and forth each semester.

Contact 

Dr. Michele Sanchez 

Program Manager, Central Bound 

North Campus, Central Michigan University 

Phone: 989-774-3849