The Central Michigan University Board of Trustees has established the following tuition rates for 2019-2020, which includes a new lower/upper tuition model for new, first-time students.
Central's cumulative tuition rate increase is expected to remain the lowest in the state for the past 10 years. CMU's current tuition is lower than eight of Michigan's 15 public universities when compared to upper and lower division averages.
The university's graduate programs remain among the most economical in the state.
Frequently asked questions about the new tuition model.
Undergraduate Tuition
New, incoming students – lower level (less than 56 credit hours)
| | Per Credit Hour | Per Semester* | Per Year* |
|---|
| Resident (U.S.) tuition | $417 | $6,255 | $12,510 |
| Non-resident tuition** | $789
| $11,835 | $23,670 |
New, incoming students – upper level (56 credit hours or more)
| | Per Credit Hour | Per Semester* | Per Year* |
|---|
| Resident (U.S.) tuition | $434 | $6,510 | $13,020 |
| Non-resident tuition** | $815
| $12,225 | $24,450 |
Continuing students
| | Per Credit Hour | Per Semester* | Per Year* |
|---|
| Resident (U.S.) tuition | $430 | $6,450 | $12,900 |
| Non-resident tuition** | $789
| $11,835 | $23,670 |
*Based on a 15-credit-hour per semester load
**Applies to students who are not eligible for resident tuition rates.
Graduate Tuition
| | Master's/Specialist | Doctoral |
|---|
| Resident (U.S.) tuition | $637 per credit hour | $726 per credit hour |
| Non-resident tuition** | $850 per credit hour | $940 per credit hour |
**Applies to students who are not eligible for resident tuition rates.
Student Services Fee
$225 per semester
Room and Board
| | Per Semester* | Per Year* |
|---|
| Room and board | $5,164 | $10,328 |
*Rate reflects a standard residence hall room with unlimited flex meal plan. Books and supplies are extra.
Note: The president may vary these tuition rates according to cohorts, markets, programs, locations, or terms of contracts.