Central Michigan University

Central Michigan University ranks #870 globally in the UNIRANKS 2027 World University Rankings with an overall score of 81.55 out of 100. It ranks #214 nationally.

| Global Rank 870 | Overall Score 81.55 |
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Top Country #214

Top North America #254

Top World #870

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About Central Michigan University

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Central Michigan University, located in Mount Pleasant, Michigan, is a public university known for its commitment to student success and community engagement. The university emphasizes experiential learning and research opportunities, providing students with hands-on experiences that prepare them for successful careers. As a UNIRANKS Elite University, Central Michigan University is dedicated to fostering academic excellence and community involvement. Recognized and Verified by UNIRANKS.

Central Michigan University Rankings 2027

Recognized, Verified | Published 4 August 2026 | Updated 4 August 2026

Overall Score
81.55
Global Rank
#870
Regional Rank
#254
Country Rank
#214

Central Michigan University Overall Rankings 2027

Explore Central Michigan University’s performance across the official UNIRANKS World University Rankings 2027. Each ranking indicator measures a different aspect of institutional excellence, from education quality and research performance to student wellbeing, employability, digital transformation, and global engagement.

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UNIRANKS Indicator Scores are normalized performance scores on a 0–100 scale and should not be interpreted as raw institutional percentages unless explicitly stated.

Campus Infrastructure & Learning Facilities

80 / 100

Campus Safety & Security Measures

85 / 100

Faculty-to-Student Ratio & Learning Environment

82 / 100

Green Campus & Sustainability Initiatives

70 / 100

International Student Support & Cultural Inclusion

74 / 100

Student Housing, Dining, & Living Conditions

78 / 100

Student Support Services & Wellbeing Programs

75 / 100

Faculty & Researcher Achievements

77 / 100

Industry & Employer Recognitions

78 / 100

Institutional Awards

79 / 100

National & Regional Recognitions

74 / 100

Student Awards & Competitions

72 / 100

Career Support Services & Graduate Tracking

79 / 100

Employer Reputation & Satisfaction

81 / 100

Graduate Employment Rate

85 / 100

Industry Partnerships & Internships

80 / 100

Notable Alumni & Career Progression

77 / 100

Quality of Employment

83 / 100

Global Standing & Recognition

78 / 100

National Recognition & Standing

80 / 100

Peer & Academic Reputation

76 / 100

Ranking Trends & Improvements

75 / 100

Global Partnerships & Collaborations

74 / 100

International Reputation & Recognition

71 / 100

International Student Support

75 / 100

International Students & Faculty

73 / 100

Multicultural Campus Environment

70 / 100

Student & Faculty Mobility

72 / 100

Global Research Collaboration

76 / 100

Knowledge Transfer & Innovation

75 / 100

Open Science & Accessibility

74 / 100

Research Impact & Excellence

78 / 100

Research Integrity & Quality

80 / 100

Research Output & Scale

79 / 100

Research Portfolio Strength & Growth

77 / 100

Accessibility & Inclusion in Learning

77 / 100

Accreditation & Recognitions

81 / 100

Assessment & Feedback Mechanisms

78 / 100

Classroom & Teaching Methodologies

80 / 100

Faculty Credentials & Teaching Performance

80 / 100

Faculty-Student Ratio

82 / 100

Graduate & Postgraduate Success Rate

74 / 100

Graduate Research & Thesis Supervision

73 / 100

Internships & Industry Exposure

76 / 100

Practical Learning & Experiential Education

77 / 100

Program Diversity & Curriculum Innovation

79 / 100

Student Satisfaction & Learning Outcomes

78 / 100

Student Support Services

75 / 100

Academic Web Presence & Open Access

75 / 100

Digital Content & Knowledge Sharing

76 / 100

Interactive Features & Student Support Tools

78 / 100

Online Learning & Digital Services

79 / 100

Online Reputation & Backlink Authority

77 / 100

Search Visibility & SEO Authority

78 / 100

Social Media Presence & Influence

74 / 100

Website Performance & Speed

81 / 100

Website Quality & User Experience

80 / 100

Website Reach & Audience Engagement

75 / 100

Website Security & Technical Compliance

82 / 100

AI, Analytics & Automation

73 / 100

Cybersecurity & Digital Trust

79 / 100

Digital Infrastructure & Connectivity

80 / 100

E-Learning & Online Education

77 / 100

digital Learning Ecosystem

76 / 100

Smart Campus Innovation & Emerging Technologies

74 / 100

Smart Teaching & Learning Technologies

75 / 100

Academic Workforce & Qualifications

81 / 100

Campus Infrastructure & Geographic Reach

78 / 100

Institutional Maturity & Stability

80 / 100

Program & Degree Portfolio

79 / 100

Student Population & Academic Scale

83 / 100

Academic Experience Feedback

80 / 100

Campus Life & Student Engagement

77 / 100

Retention & Student Continuity

79 / 100

Student Satisfaction & Survey Results

82 / 100

Student Support & Responsiveness

78 / 100

Student Voice & Complaint Resolution

76 / 100

Central Michigan University Historical Rankings

Explore Central Michigan University's historical ranking performance using records available in the UNIRANKS Historical Rankings Archive. Compare ranking positions, available scores, and long-term performance trends across years.

Historical ranking data for Central Michigan University

Historical ranking records available in the UNIRANKS Historical Rankings Archive
Year Overall Score Global Rank
1980 NA #1041
1981 NA #1047
1982 NA #1059
1983 NA #1061
1984 NA #1070
1985 NA #1070
1986 NA #1023
1987 NA #1023
1988 NA #1035
1989 NA #1023
1990 NA #1030
1991 NA #1023
1992 NA #1023
1993 NA #1095
1994 NA #1023
1995 NA #1023
1996 NA #1023
1997 NA #1030
1998 NA #1023
1999 NA #1023
2000 NA #1092
2001 NA #1087
2002 NA #1062
2003 NA #1057
2004 NA #1045
2005 NA #1082
2006 NA #1047
2007 NA #1057
2008 NA #1052
2009 NA #1020
2010 NA #1027
2011 NA #1037
2012 NA #1025
2013 NA #1022
2014 NA #1020
2015 NA #1005
2016 NA #965
2017 NA #976
2018 NA #976
2019 NA #1420
2020 NA #1419
2021 NA #1434
2022 NA #910
2023 80 #793
2024 79.62 #793
2025 79.03 #819
2026 79.03 #819
2027 81.55 #870

UNIRANKS Historical Rankings Archive

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