Western Michigan University Reviews

"I thoroughly enjoyed my time at Western Michigan University. The education program has prepared me for a career in teaching by requiring courses covering all aspects of education. My concentration was in English literature, and the curriculum offered a wide variety of types of literature. Additionally, Kalamazoo is a great city to live in. There's always live music and so many great restaurants to choose from."

"On the whole, I had a great experience at Western. The Philosophy department has a renowned staff. Instructors took time to invest in you if they could tell you were putting in a good effort. Larger class sizes in early coursework might have made it difficult to get personal attention but this was not difficult to overcome. The English department hosted great writing workshops in the 300-400 levels which gave me the opportunity to grow as a writer and reader. Kalamazoo is a great city and I would recommend seriously considering WMU if you are looking at any public schools in Michigan!"

"It was a good experience. The history faculty is scholarly, has some good teachers, and the history department does a good job of looking after its own."

"Western Michigan is a beautiful school with a fantastic campus and a great academic reputation"

"The business school was pretty good. I enjoyed my Accounting courses, but it took me a couple years to figure out what I wanted my major to be."

"I found western Michigan university a great school which is growing Significantly, Great staff and excellent Campus. I always loved math and computers so I started learning statistics and I really enjoyed it. plenty of opportunities are out there for you just being a statistician."

"I recently began the master's program in occupational therapy at Western and I have been amazed with the program so far. The faculty and staff involved in our program have all been extremely helpful in optimizing our education and experience. Our professors have first-hand knowledge of the profession and the experiences they share have been valuable to understanding the requirements of becoming an exceptional occupational therapist."

"Western Michigan University is a good school to go to most graduate programs do not require the GRE or GMAT..however if you do not get into your program of choice you are stuck with a degree that goes nowhere. You will need to go back for a masters degree.The University is very competitive!!"

"As a bright-eyed and bushy-tailed Business transfer to WMU, I fell in love with Cultural Anthropology and Global Studies. Upon meeting a vehement set of faculty from the get-go, I was astounded by the amount of research my professors had accomplished in various parts of the world. Their real-life experiences bridged the gap from remote locations on the globe to the classroom. They made me feel as if I too could do my part to make the world a better place. Classes were small and one-on-one contact with professors was encouraged. I even got the opportunity to study abroad in Costa Rica, for a similar cost as a semester at Western. I wish my program had included more networking/shadowing opportunities so I could see what the nature of the job market was, prior to graduation. My hopes for helping others through the framework of culture were met with requests to continue higher educational degrees. After gaining real world insight into the various fields and a period of time to make a small dent in my student loan debt, I have decided to return to a graduate program in Occupational Therapy at Western. I was pleased with the education I received the first time around at WMU and feel that my current degree has prepared me for my true calling as an OT."

"Western Michigan University is a great choice to pursue an undergraduate or graduate degree. WMU is located in Kalamazoo, Michigan, and competes in most male and female sports in the Mid-American Conference. WMU in known for their outstanding Business College, Engineering Programs and Psychology-related majors, among many other fields of study. The professors and other staff at WMU understand today's diversified students, and teach so that students can make a difference in this world."

"WMU is a great Midwestern school to attend. Student life is vibrant and the administration accommodates students as well as any other school. Facilities and instruction are top notch."

"The Medieval Institute at Western Michigan is globally known and should be for its annual International Congress on Medieval Studies. This conference is a fantastic networking and exploratory tool for serious academic medievalists and people who are tangentially interested in medieval studies. The graduate program hires its students to work for the exhibitors and presenters, which is fantastic experience. Graduate students are also often offered teaching positions in partnership with other medievalist graduate students, which is a great boost to one's academic and general employment resume. These two opportunities, coupled with Western Michigan's membership in a university consortium that allows students to take courses at the Newberry Library in downtown Chicago as well as other places, are the best aspects of this program. On the downside, there is very little support for students in terms of advising, program completion, or career networking. The Institute is interdisciplinary and not currently structured (they're going through an overhaul of the program requirements as of the 16-17 school year) for any students not arriving with a clear and focused area of research. The student is expected to discover any and all faculty working in his/her interest and create that relationship on his/her own; there is not much guidance from the Institute itself as to connecting with (or even being introduced to) relevant faculty. Also, the timing of offered classes makes the degree itself somewhat cumbersome to complete. The opportunities to connect to other places and people outside of and beyond Western are the best and strongest aspects of this program; if you're looking to round out your understanding of medieval studies before going into a PhD program, this is a great stepping stone that you can use for its connections if not its academic integrity. If you're uncertain about your specific interest in medieval studies or if you're not interested in an academic career, this is a less suitable program."

"I had an incredible experience at Western. The staff, professors and students create a great campus community. My advice? Get involved in as much as you can - you'll meet and work with so many incredible people while building your resume and serving communities."

"Western Michigan University is a great school to pursue your bachelor's degree. Small enough to feel like a community, yet large enough to make you feel part of something grand. You will feel at home in Kalamazoo in no time."

"The University provides the opportunity to explore a variety of educational environments and establishes a foundation to transition into the working world. The Psychology program, in particular, is one of the best programs in the country and sets their graduates above the rest for future employment consideration."

"Great business school, that provides real world opportunities to assist companies. Offers the freedom to gain experience in the real world. Provides Innovative experiences for abroad, and occasional travel for courses. Large enough to be distant and lost on campus, and small enough to not be forgotten."

"Excellent Part 144 flight program in the cutting edge of technology"

"I loved Western Michigan University as a school. Kalamazoo is a great town with many things to do within the city and neighboring towns. The Textiles and Apparel program however lacked the realistic experience that I needed as a student."

"I would recommend going to KVCC first (sister school) prior to attending here in order to knock out pre-req courses first and save money. Overall, WMU is just like any other university or college in that you will learn at a higher education level and will be expected to pay your debts on time, even if they are lackadaisical with theirs. I enjoyed their online courses more than their brick and mortar ones simply because I could go at my own pace. Stay in contact with your advisor, don't try to do it yourself or you won't get 'locked into' a plan for completion (more classes will be added every year). Parking is bad here."

"Undergrad was a lot of fun, and an essential step in learning to live on my own. Unfortunately I was completely underwhelmed by the academic curriculum. It seemed like a minor extension of high school, and not really engaging. Once I got into grad school, I really started to feel challenged and was incredibly engaged. Getting my masters degree is a major reason as to why I'm as successful as I am today."