by our College Data Analytics TeamIs Central Michigan worth the money? College Factual’s value analysis weighs the quality of education against the cost. Here is the verdict.
Central Michigan is ranked #1,353 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of B- (above average for value). Within Michigan, it ranks #42 of 77 for value.
Among the majors Central Michigan offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Political and Social Sciences | #1 of 46 |
| Communications / Public Relations | #2 of 10 |
| Business/Corporate Communications | #2 of 10 |
| Photojournalism | #2 of 8 |
| Outdoor Education | #2 of 6 |
| Athletic Training | #2 of 6 |
| Education/Teaching of Individuals with Mental Retardation | #3 of 7 |
| Special Education | #3 of 7 |
| Health/Medical Psychology | #3 of 8 |
| Psychology | #3 of 8 |
Read the full Central Michigan value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
Central Michigan University is ranked #16 out of #80 in Michigan for quality and #42 out of #77 for Michigan value.
Live in-state? You may qualify for a reduced price. Check the Central Michigan financial aid page to be sure.
Central Michigan University is ranked #1,353 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Central Michigan University is priced competitively for the quality of education it provides, earning it a good value recognition from College Factual.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at Central Michigan costs about $19,559. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $78,237 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $30,679 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $17,597 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $19,559 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $78,237 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
Your price depends heavily on your family income and the aid you qualify for. See the Central Michigan net price page for a fuller breakdown of what you might actually pay.
What Central Michigan costs you depends on how much aid you receive, so few students fit perfectly into averages.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a Central Michigan degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $122,716 | — | — |
| All Students | $78,237 | #1,353 | B- |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $70,388 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $122,716 | — | — |
| All Students | $78,237 | #42 | D+ |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $70,388 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at Central Michigan shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $12,672 |
| $30K–$48K | $11,638 |
| $48K–$75K | $14,182 |
| $75K–$110K | $17,215 |
| Over $110K | $18,780 |
About 85% of Central Michigan undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $10,541 per year. Get more details on the Central Michigan financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing the average Central Michigan cost of a degree against other schools of a similar quality. If the school is priced fairly for the educational quality it provides, it receives a fair ranking; if it is underpriced, it earns a good or excellent value.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.