Western Michigan University

In-state tuition for Western Michigan University is $14,494. Each state defines how students qualify for in-state tuition. For undergraduates who are claimed as dependents on their parents' taxes, where their parents live usually determines eligibility for in-state tuition.

The average cost of college books is about $1,128. The cost of books and supplies ranges and can vary depending on the school, major, and classes taken.

Western Michigan University's current tuition and fees are $14,494 a year for in-state students and $18,118 for out-of-state students. Room and board at Western Michigan University is another $11,156 for students who live on campus. The amount of the average financial aid package students receive is around $12,274

Western Michigan University has rolling admissions. Colleges with rolling admissions evaluate applications as they are received versus waiting to evaluate all applications after a hard deadline. Schools will continue to evaluate applications until they’ve filled all the slots for their incoming class.

Western Michigan University is a 4-Year college. Most students take 4 years to graduate. Four-year schools typically result in bachelor's degrees. Two-year schools typically result in associate degrees.

Western Michigan University is located in Kalamazoo, MI.

Out-of-state tuition for Western Michigan University is $18,118. Tuition for out-of-state students is higher at public universities, because the state government provides some funding for in-state students who attend. Private colleges usually have the same tuition for in-state and out-of-state students.

Western Michigan University is a Public school. Public colleges receive some government funding while private schools rely on tuition and endowment for funding. Private schools can have higher tuition, but may also offer more generous financial aid packages than public schools. Public and private schools may also vary in size, environment, and types of majors and instruction offered.