Western Michigan University

Kalamazoo, MI
NCAA D1
12,704 Students
Website
Financial Profile

How much is tuition at Western Michigan University?

In-State Tuition$15,298
Out-of-State Tuition$19,098

What is the acceptance rate at Western Michigan University?

Acceptance Rate85%
Return on Investment

What are the post-graduate earnings for Western Michigan University alumni?

The median salary of alumni 10 years after enrolling is $53,562. This metric serves as a powerful indicator of the networking opportunities, degree strength, and long-term financial security provided by this institution.

10-Year Median Salary$53,562
Tier 4: Elite

Men Baseball

Premium financial backing. Extensive scholarships and state-of-the-art gear.

Operating Budget$1,006,558
Budget Power~65 In-State Full Rides
Tier 4: Elite

Men Basketball

Premium financial backing. Extensive scholarships and state-of-the-art gear.

Operating Budget$2,277,479
Budget Power~148 In-State Full Rides
Tier 3: Competitive

Women Basketball

Solid program budget. Healthy mix of athletic aid and quality equipment.

Operating Budget$1,507,870
Budget Power~98 In-State Full Rides
Tier 3: Competitive

Women Track & Field

Solid program budget. Healthy mix of athletic aid and quality equipment.

Operating Budget$503,641
Budget Power~32 In-State Full Rides
Tier 3: Competitive

Women Cross Country

Solid program budget. Healthy mix of athletic aid and quality equipment.

Operating Budget$503,641
Budget Power~32 In-State Full Rides
Tier 4: Elite

Men Football

Premium financial backing. Extensive scholarships and state-of-the-art gear.

Operating Budget$9,231,882
Budget Power~603 In-State Full Rides
Tier 3: Competitive

Women Golf

Solid program budget. Healthy mix of athletic aid and quality equipment.

Operating Budget$403,928
Budget Power~26 In-State Full Rides
Tier 3: Competitive

Women Gymnastics

Solid program budget. Healthy mix of athletic aid and quality equipment.

Operating Budget$798,863
Budget Power~52 In-State Full Rides
Tier 4: Elite

Men Ice Hockey

Premium financial backing. Extensive scholarships and state-of-the-art gear.

Operating Budget$2,462,280
Budget Power~160 In-State Full Rides
Tier 4: Elite

Men Soccer

Premium financial backing. Extensive scholarships and state-of-the-art gear.

Operating Budget$1,009,933
Budget Power~66 In-State Full Rides
Tier 3: Competitive

Women Soccer

Solid program budget. Healthy mix of athletic aid and quality equipment.

Operating Budget$883,061
Budget Power~57 In-State Full Rides
Tier 4: Elite

Women Softball

Premium financial backing. Extensive scholarships and state-of-the-art gear.

Operating Budget$1,022,269
Budget Power~66 In-State Full Rides
Tier 3: Competitive

Men Tennis

Solid program budget. Healthy mix of athletic aid and quality equipment.

Operating Budget$405,488
Budget Power~26 In-State Full Rides
Tier 3: Competitive

Women Tennis

Solid program budget. Healthy mix of athletic aid and quality equipment.

Operating Budget$492,269
Budget Power~32 In-State Full Rides
Tier 4: Elite

Women Volleyball

Premium financial backing. Extensive scholarships and state-of-the-art gear.

Operating Budget$1,061,803
Budget Power~69 In-State Full Rides
Benchmarks & Percentiles

Institutional Rankings

Overall placement across the country

Home RegionMI Conference Tier
Alumni ROI

Post-Grad Salary

$53,562

National Salary Rank#1,006 / 2,819
State Salary Rank#25 / 70
Percentile RangeTop 36%
Tuition Cost

In-State Cost

$15,298

National Cost Rank#1,603 / 2,819
State Cost Rank#41 / 72
Percentile RangeTop 57%
Selectivity

Acceptance Rate

85%

National Acceptance Rank#1,135 / 2,819
State Acceptance Rank#31 / 49
Percentile RangeTop 40%