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Colleges

Each of our seven academic colleges offer a transformative culture powered by a world-class education. Our 300 academic programs will help you develop the critical thinking, research, analytical and communication skills to ensure your success.

You'll personalize your education to your learning style and interests. We have hands-on opportunities like building a Baja car and researching Great Lakes preservation at our CMU Biological Station on Beaver Island.

Not only will you learn from your professors, you'll research alongside them and present your findings at national conferences. You'll create lasting personal connections.

Your success is our goal.

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College of Business Administration

In the College of Business Administration, you'll learn everything you need to launch your career in accounting, economics, entrepreneurship, finance, law, management, business information systems, marketing and hospitality.

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College of Education and Human Services

In the College of Education and Human Services, we'll help you help others. Take what you love to do — fashion, teaching, recreation, event planning —and learn how to lead, challenge and inspire while doing it.

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The Herbert H. and Grace A. Dow College of Health Professions

In our college, you'll create an inclusive, healthy society while preparing to work directly with individuals in clinical settings or take a more systemic approach through research and education.

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College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences

In the College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences (CLASS), you will study people, cultures, communities, the human mind and the fundamental questions of human life while you make a difference in your community, explore other cultures or discover solutions to global challenges.

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Covenant HealthCare College of Medicine at Central Michigan University

Join the mission-driven College of Medicine training physicians to provide health care to underserved populations in Michigan and beyond.

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College of Science and Engineering

Get the classroom instruction, hands-on training and real-world opportunities you'll need to succeed in science and technology careers at the College of Science and Engineering.

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College of the Arts and Media

In the College of the Arts and Media, you’ll tell stories, through art, dance, music, journalism, design, theatre or public relations. You'll explore the many ways we communicate meaning and create community.