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Welcome to Western

You’re an individual who is truly unique. We celebrate the passions that drive you and the possibilities that inspire you. Here, a degree is a pursuit of purpose where learning empowers you, well-being strengthens you and an experience-driven education leads to a meaningful career. Western is the place to become your best self.

17,835 Total enrollment

14,397 Undergraduates

2,621 First-year students

986 Transfer students

97% of students had instructors who made them excited about learning†

16:1 student-tofaculty ratio

89% of classes have fewer than 40 students and 77% have fewer than 30*

Thrive on campus

Find everything you need to succeed both in and out of the classroom, from a warm campus vibe and rich community spirit to inspirational instructors who care about your personal growth as well as your academic success.

16 Division I

varsity sports

Men’s Baseball

Basketball

Football

Ice Hockey

Soccer

Tennis

Women’s Basketball

Cross Country

Golf

Gymnastics

Soccer

Softball

Tennis

Track and Field

(spring)

Track and Field

(winter)

Volleyball

Broncos pack Waldo Stadium for an evening football game.

Fraternity members step and stroll during spring commencement.

Bronco Guard performs at Bronco Bash.

Students enjoy a workout at the rec center.

4,000+ concerts, plays, musicals and other campus events each year

NEARLY 500 student organizations

30 club sports

Badminton

Baseball Basketball*

Dance

Dodgeball

Esports

Golf

Ice Hockey**

Lacrosse*

Powerlifting

Racquetball

Rugby*

Running

Sailing Skating Ski/ Snowboard Soccer*

Softball Swim Tennis Track & Field Ultimate Frisbee Volleyball*

Wrestling

*Men’s and Women’s **D1 and D3

Bronco Bash

Western starts each school year with this annual festival that welcomes thousands of new and current students back to campus. Join the celebration, engage with new communities and discover hundreds of opportunities and interests you never imagined.

wmubroncobash.com

Where Broncos belong

Student spaces have social connection, sustainability and safety built into their very fabric. From distinctive, state-of-the-art gathering and living spaces to a full array of food and drink options, everything you need to stay engaged and energized is just a few steps away.

Unique Living Learning Communities allow you to live with fellow Broncos who share similar interests or majors.

Connect in the heart of campus at the new student center.

• Enjoy affinity spaces, a game room and student pop-up spaces

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• Affordable meal plans

• Hearthstone ovens, halal options, fast-pressed paninis and more

• Gluten-free and allergen friendly options and equipment

Choose from traditional, suite, loft and apartment-style room options.

Top 10 Arts Communities

for medium-sized communities

SMU Data Arts, 2022

Eclectic attractions like Art Hop, Gilmore Piano Festival, Growlers baseball games and the Air Zoo

Top 100 Best Places to Live

Livability.com, 2022

Boundless outdoor adventure, including the Kal-Haven Trail, one of the best biking and cross-country skiing trails in the Great Lakes area

In the heart of the Great Lakes

Nestled perfectly between Chicago and Detroit and less than an hour from the stunning Lake Michigan shoreline

Soak up some sun at Lake Michigan beaches.

Shop ‘til you drop at Art Hop.

Wander at Asylum Lake Preserve.

Choosing your major wmich.edu/academics

Interpersonal Communication

150+ undergraduate majors

College of Arts and Sciences

(269) 387-4350

African American & African Studies

Anthropology

Applied Mathematics

Biochemistry

Biology

Biomedical Sciences

Business-Oriented Chemistry

Chemistry

Chemistry: ACS Certified

Communication Studies

Community & Regional Planning

Comparative Religion*

Criminal Justice Studies*

Data Science

Digital Media & Journalism

Earth Science

Economics: B.A., B.S. Programs

English

• Creative Writing Emphasis

• Literature & Language

• Rhetoric & Writing Studies

Environmental & Sustainability Studies

Environmental Geology

Film, Video & Media Studies

French Freshwater Science & Sustainability

Gender & Women’s Studies

Geochemistry

Geography

Environmental Geography

• Geographic Information Science

• Urban, Regional & Environmental Planning

Geology

Geophysics

General Mathematics

German

Global & International Studies

History

Hydrogeology

Integrated Science

Japanese Latin Mathematics (see General Mathematics)

Philosophy

Philosophy: Professional & Applied Ethics

Physics

Political Science

• American Public Policy

International & Comparative Politics

Public Law

Psychology*

Public & Nonprofit Administration

Public History

Social Studies

Sociology

• Social Psychology

Spanish Statistics

Strategic Communication*

• Diversity & Inclusion

• Leadership & Teamwork

Media & Technology

Public Relations

Sustainable Brewing

Sustainable Brewing: Operations

Teaching & Learning

Mathematics

Tourism & Travel

College of Aviation

(269) 964-6375

Aviation Flight Science

Aviation Management & Operations

Aviation Technical Operations

Haworth College of Business

(269) 387-5050

Accountancy

Advertising & Promotion

Business Analytics

Business Law

Computer Information Systems

Digital Marketing & eCommerce

Economics: Business Finance

Food Marketing

Human Resource

Management

Leadership & Business Strategy

Management (See Leadership & Business Strategy)

Marketing

Personal Financial Planning

Sales & Business Marketing

Supply Chain Management

College of Education and Human Development

(269) 387-2960

Business Education

Early Childhood Unified Education

Early Learning & Intervention

Elementary Education

Elementary Education PK-3 & TESOL K-12

Event Management

Exercise Science

• Clinical/Pre-Professional

Human Performance

Strength & Conditioning

Family & Consumer Sciences

Teacher Education

Family Science & Human Development

• Child Development & Services

• Family Studies

• Youth & Community Development

Fashion Merchandising & Design

• Design & Development

Merchandising

Industrial Technology Education

• Non-Vocational

• Vocational

Nutrition & Dietetics

Occupational Education Studies

Physical & Health Education

Special Education

Sport Management

• Recreation Management

• Sport Management

Workforce Education & Development

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

(269) 276-3253

Aerospace Engineering

Chemical Engineering

Civil Engineering

Computer Engineering

Computer Science

Construction Engineering

Cybersecurity*

Electrical Engineering

Engineering Design Technology

Engineering Management Technology

Industrial & Entrepreneurial Engineering

Manufacturing Engineering Technology

Mechanical Engineering

• Automotive

• Solid Mechanics & Structures

Paper Engineering

College of Fine Arts

(269) 387-5810

Animation (See Kinetic Imaging)

Art Education

Art History

Art: B.A., B.F.A. Programs

Arts Administration

Dance: B.A., B.F.A. Programs

Game Art (See Kinetic Imaging)

Graphic Design: B.F.A. Program

Interior Architecture & Design

Kinetic Imaging

Animation

Game Art

• Video Art

Multimedia Arts TechnologyMusic

Music

Music Composition

Music Education

Choral/General Secondary Education

Instrumental Secondary Education

Music Performance

• Instrumental

• Keyboard

• Vocal

Music Theatre Performance:

B.F.A.

Music Therapy

Music

B.M.A. Program

Jazz Studies

Product Design

Theatre

• Acting

• Design & Technical Production

Stage Management

Video Art (See Kinetic Imaging)

College of Health and Human Services

(269) 387-7367

Health Administration

Healthcare Services & Sciences*

• Blindness & Low Vision Studies Preparation

• Clinical Practice in Health

Occupational Therapy Preparation

Physician Assistant Preparation

Nursing

• Nursing

• RN to BSN Program*

Occupational Therapy

Public Health

Social Work

Speech, Language & Hearing Sciences

Merze Tate College

(269) 387-4410

University Curriculum/ Exploratory Advising

Majors are subject to change.

*These programs are available online.

Accelerated Programs

Western offers 36 different accelerated degree programs that allow students to take up to 12 credit hours of graduate coursework during their undergraduate senior year, leading to a master’s degree in as little as five years.

Aerospace Engineering (M.S.)

Applied Economics (M.A.)

Biological Sciences (M.A.), (M.S.)

Chemical Engineering (M.S.E.)

Chemistry (M.A.)

Civil Engineering (M.S.E.)

Communication (M.A.)

Comparative Religion (M.A.)

Computer Engineering (M.S.E.)

Computer Science (M.S.)

Criminal Justice (M.A.)

Data Science (M.S.)

Earth Science (M.S.)

Electrical Engineering (M.S.E.)

English (M.A.)

Exercise Science (M.S.)

Family and Consumer Sciences (M.A.)

Geography (M.S.)

Hispanic Studies (M.A.)

History (M.A.)

History: Public History (M.A.)

Industrial Engineering (M.S.E.)

Mathematics (M.A.)

Mechanical Engineering (M.S.E.)

Medieval Studies (M.A.)

Music (M.A.)

Orientation and Mobility (M.A.)

Paper and Printing Science (M.S.)

Political Science (M.A.)

Public Administration (M.P.A.)

Social Work (M.S.W)

Sociology (M.A.)

Special Education: Master Teacher (M.A.)

Statistics (M.S.)

Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (M.A.)

Vision Rehabilitation Therapy (M.A.)

Workforce Education and Development (M.A.)

Pre-Professional Pathways

You can select from one of three unique pathways to determine a study plan in the post-graduate program of your choice.

Pre-Health Pathway

• Pre-Chiropractic

• Pre-Dental

• Pre-Forensic Science

• Pre-Medical

• Pre-Optometry

Pre-Law Pathway

• Pre-Pharmacy

• Pre-Physical Therapy

• Pre-Physician Assistant

• Pre-Public Health

• Pre-Veterinary

Pre-Secondary Education Pathway**

• Biology

• Chemistry

• Earth Science

• English

French Geography

German

• History

• Integrated Science

• Latin

• Political Science

• Social Studies

Spanish

Teaching and Learning Mathematics

**The pre-secondary education pathway includes completion of an undergraduate content major through the College of Arts and Sciences. It will prepare you for post-baccalaureate teaching certification programs, such as the M.A. in Secondary Education through the College of Education and Human Development. See wmich.edu/teaching/secondary for details.

Army ROTC

wmich.edu/rotc

(800) 968-7682

Career and Student Employment Services

wmich.edu/career

(269) 387-2745

Dining

wmich.edu/dining

(269) 387-4844

Disability Services for Students

wmich.edu/ disabilityservices

(269) 387-2116

Diversity and Inclusion

wmich.edu/diversity

(269) 387-6313

Global Engagement Program

wmich.edu/ international/ globalengagement

(269) 387-5890

Housing and Residence Life

wmich.edu/housing

(269) 387-4735

Student Engagement

wmich.edu/ studentengagement

(269) 387-2115

Student Financial Aid

wmich.edu/finaid

(269) 387-6000

Study Abroad

wmich.edu/ studyabroad

(269) 387-5890

We’re here to help

How to apply wmich.edu/apply

First-year students

1. Complete the Common App and WMU supplement

2. Ask your school counselor to submit your official high school transcript(s)

3. Check your Gold Gateway account

Once you submit your application*, you’ll receive an email to create your Gold Gateway account. You can track your application file, view your admission decision and see your personalized enrollment steps.

*A complete first-year student admission application includes: your Common App and WMU supplement, official high school transcript(s) and $40 application fee or waiver.

Application deadlines

Fall semester

• Dec. 15: Early Action (non-binding)

• Full consideration for all majors, scholarships and priority invitation for the honors college.

• Deadline for competitive majors.

• June 1: Rolling Admission Admission to most academic programs.

Spring semester Jan. 1

Summer I session May 1

Summer II session June 15

Interested in aviation flight science or direct admission to the Bronson School of Nursing?

Admission is only considered for the fall entry term. A complete application file must be received by the Early Action deadline of Dec. 15. Applicants should complete all areas of the Common App to maximize consideration. Students admitted to these programs must confirm their admission by May 1.

wmich.edu/apply/competitive

Direct costs [2023-24]

Transfer studentsdents

1. Complete the WMU application

2. Submit your official transcript from each college or university attended

Application deadlines

Fall semester Aug. 15

Spring semester Jan. 1

Summer I session May 1

Summer II session June 15

Transfer student tip

Submit your application and required documents six to eight months before you intend to transfer so you can talk to an advisor and register for courses in the same time frame as current students.

Interested in aviation flight science?

Admission is only considered for the fall entry term. A complete application file must be received by Feb. 15. Applicants should complete all areas of the WMU application to maximize consideration. Students admitted to this program must confirm their admission by May 15.

wmich.edu/apply/competitive

ACT/SAT test scores

Western is test-optional for admission and is test-free for admission scholarships. You may report/submit ACT or SAT test scores, but it is not required. To have your test score used in the admission process, please provide self-reported scores on your admission application.

Western’s ACT school code: 2066

Western’s SAT (College Board) school code: 1902

$11,490 $11,490

Books and supplies $1,128 $1,128

Total estimated costs $27,212 $30,836

*Full time, lower level (up to 15 credits) on main campus for fall and spring. Differential tuition, assessed by the Haworth College of Business, the College of Engineering and Applied Sciences and the College of Fine Arts, is not included in these. View details at wmich.edu/registrar/tuition. **Housing and food figure is for a double-occupancy room in the Valley Neighborhood with the Bronco Gold meal plan.

Admission scholarship opportunities for first-year students

Auto-awarded scholarships Value GPA†

As long as you meet the award’s GPA requirement and apply for admission by Dec. 15, you will receive one of the following scholarships.

Admitted student next steps

1. Confirm your admission

wmich.edu/goldgateway

Let us know that you plan to attend by confirming your admission and submitting your $100 enrollment deposit. Preferably by May 1

The enrollment deposit is automatically waived for Pell Grant-eligible students when you confirm your admission in the Gold Gateway.

Competitive scholarships

Students will be selected via a holistic application review.

Medallion WMU’s most prestigious merit-based award for undergraduate students includes money toward tuition, fees and housing and one-time funding to cover study abroad or research. Current total value = $90,920. Visit wmich.edu/medallion for specifics.

2. Apply for financial aid

studentaid.gov

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is required to be considered for need-based aid, including the Bronco Promise. The FAFSA opens in December. March 1 is our priority deadline. Financial aid awarding begins in January.

Western’s federal code 002330

Empowering Futures scholarships for Michigan residents

Bronco Promise Free tuition and fees for up to five years for full-time, first-year students whose family has an adjusted gross income of $50,000 or less and net assets below $50,000. FAFSA must be completed by July 1.

Bronco Connect 100+ housing scholarships up to $6,000 each awarded annually to full-time, undergraduate students with demonstrated financial need based on FAFSA.

Seita Scholars Program

Available to students who have lived in foster care during their teenage years. • 46% higher graduation rate than national average for foster care youth.

†GPA requirements are based on the cumulative GPA on a 4.00 scale. Transcript GPAs that are not on a 4.00 scale will be recalculated accordingly. Scholarships are awarded based on the transcript GPA at the time of admission.

Student Financial Aid (269) 387-6000

3. Register for orientation

wmich.edu/orientation

All incoming domestic undergraduate students are required to participate in orientation, during which you will meet with an advisor who will assist you in registering for classes.

Registration opens early February.

4. Submit housing contract

wmich.edu/housing/newstudents

Living on campus is more than having a place to eat and sleep. It's about making friends and achieving academic success in a supportive environment. Registration opens early February.

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wmich.edu/admissions

Office of Admissions

Western Michigan University

1903 W Michigan Ave Kalamazoo MI 49008-5211 USA

(269) 387-2000

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