Western Michigan University College Portrait

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Students
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Admissions
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College Costs & Financial Aid
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Classes and Campus Life
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Student Experiences
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Majors, Graduation and Next Steps
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Student Success & Progress
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Student Learning Outcomes
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Undergraduate and Graduate Student Total
Total Students	25,045

Undergraduate Student Demographic Breakdown
Gender
Total Undergraduate Students	19,966

Women	9,804	49%
Men	10,162	51%

Race/Ethnicity
American Indian / Alaskan Native	77	<1%
Asian	286	1%
African American / Black	1,622	8%
Hispanic	812	4%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander	26	<1%
White	15,676	79%
Two or More Races	509	3%
International	647	3%
Race/Ethnicity Not Reported	311	2%

Geographic Distribution (Degree-Seeking)
Where do WMU undergraduates call home?

Michigan	91%
Other US States & Territories	7%
Other Countries	3%
Residency Unknown	<1%

How old are WMU undergraduates?
Average Age	22
Percent of Undergraduates Age 25 or Older	12%