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Why CMU?

Why Choose Central Michigan University?

Your university is just as important as what you study. At Central Michigan University, we’ve spent decades helping students succeed through flexible, high-quality online programs built around real lives and real careers. Whether you’re looking to grow in your current role, pivot to something new, or balance school with work and family, we’re here to meet you where you are and help you take the next step.

The CMU Online Advantage

A Trusted Leader in Education

Backed by Central Michigan University, CMU Online brings more than 130 years of academic excellence and over 50 years of distance learning to the virtual classroom. Experienced faculty and modern platforms have helped thousands of students earn degrees while balancing work, family, and life commitments.

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Nationally Recognized

CMU’s online programs are nationally recognized for academic quality, strong student outcomes, and career advancement. Ranked among the best in the nation by U.S. News & World Report, several programs consistently deliver strong results in an online format. Highlights include the Bachelor’s in Psychology (#1 in Michigan, #21 nationally), Bachelor’s in Business (#2 in Michigan, #54 nationally), Master’s in Education (#2 in Michigan, #71 nationally), and Master’s in Information Technology (#3 in Michigan, #55 nationally).

Preparing You for What’s Next

CMU programs focus on developing practical skills, critical thinking, and real-world experience that prepares you for career advancement, leadership opportunities, and meaningful change. Whether you’re stepping into a new role, pursuing promotion, or preparing for graduate study, CMU helps you turn education into opportunity.

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Outcomes that Matter

CMU programs are aligned with workforce needs and lead to strong graduate employment, supported by a nationwide network of alumni making an impact across industries. College graduates also have higher earning potential-undergraduates can ear an estimated $1.2 million more over a lifetime*, while those with a master’s degree can early nearly $587,000 more.**

Support that Works Around Your Life

At CMU, support doesn’t stop after enrollment. From you first question to graduation and beyond, CMU is committed to helping you succeed, on your schedule. Students receive personalized guidance from a dedicate, real-person support team throughout their journey, including help with admissions, course planning, and academic resources. Online learning at CMU is structured to fit into busy lives, without sacrificing connection or quality.

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Resources Build for Online Students

CMU learners have access to comprehensive academic and career advising, along with technical support services such as online tutoring through the Writing and Math Centers along with 24/7 technology assistance. The Online Learning Resource Center and Online Student Resources Hub bring guidance, tools and services together in on easy-to-navigate place. These resources are designed to remove barriers, keep you on track, and support your success from enrollment through graduation.

Real Graduates. Real Experiences. Real Outcomes.

  • Katerina Santana, Class of 2023

    A lot of people didn’t understand how I was doing these artistic classes online, but I was really shocked that they pulled out your creativity, even though online, plus we got to use industry standard technology. The program gave me the basis of what I needed for what I do now. Obviously with liking fashion, what you learn from the media can only get you so far. Plus, I was also working with the products, in retail with customers, in visual merchandising, but taking the program really helped me with the foundation of the verbiage, the basics and all of that. It also gave me a deeper insight to the fashion industry.

    Katerina Santana, Class of 2023

    Fashion Merchandising and Design

  • Evan Withrow, Class of 2022

    The MHA program at CMU gave me the building blocks to launch my career and leverage my education to immediately make an impact at my organization and serve the surrounding community. The online platform allowed for flexibility but also stressed the importance of collaboration, working together to build on ideas and utilize the unique experiences that each cohort member brought to the team.

    Evan Withrow, Class of 2022

    Master of Health Administration

  • Dr. Robert Norman

    I got my new job almost immediately after earning my DET. I believe the coursework, and especially my dissertation, allowed me to explore issues related directly to my job, which includes online learning and academic technology. Incidentally, I am currently teaching adjunct graduate-level education classes. I just completed teaching a class called Integrating Technology into Teaching and Learning. My curriculum for the class was heavily inspired by several courses I took at CMU.

    Dr. Robert Norman

    Doctor of Educational Technology

*Compared to median earnings for high school graduates, U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2024
** Compared to median earnings for people with only a bachelor’s degree, U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2024

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