Central Michigan University

According to the school, Central Michigan University, established in 1892, is one of the nations 100 largest public universities and the fourth largest in Michigan, with more than 21,000 students on its Mount Pleasant campus and another 7,000 enrolled online and at more than 50 locations worldwide. CMU offers 200 academic programs at the undergraduate, masters, specialist and doctoral levels, including nationally recognized programs in entrepreneurship, journalism, music, audiology, teacher education, psychology and physician assistant. CMUs unique offerings also include the only meteorology major in Michigan and the only bachelors degree concentration in microscopy in the nation. CMU has also established a College of Medicine, scheduled to open in 2013. With accomplished professors, opportunities for students to engage in applied research, and world-class facilities, CMU is committed to providing students with a superior learning environment and global perspective to compete in an increasingly complex world. CMU competes in the NCAAs Division I Mid-American Conference in seven men's and nine women's sports. Its location in Mount Pleasant is a classic college town with a blend of natural features, family attractions, small-town life and university culture. We are meeting the challenges and embracing the opportunities created by today's increasingly global economy. CMU's facilities and human resources continue to expand and improve to meet students' needs. At CMU, you will find a learning community that values student-centered teaching, encourages global understanding, develops undergraduate and graduate research opportunities, engages in public service, and actively welcomes diversity.