Eastern Michigan University
About
Founded in 1849 as a premier teacher-training institution, Eastern Michigan University is a comprehensive public university renowned for its top-tier College of Education, accredited College of Business, and highly regarded programs in nursing and aviation flight technology. The university sets itself apart through rare, specialized offerings—such as one of the nation’s few accredited graduate programs in Orthotics and Prosthetics—alongside a strong institutional commitment to practical, career-ready training. Located in historic Ypsilanti, EMU fosters an inclusive and diverse campus culture featuring NCAA Division I athletics and active student organizations, all enriched by close proximity to the cultural and professional hubs of neighboring Ann Arbor and Detroit.
Wikipedia:Eastern Michigan University is a public research university in Ypsilanti, Michigan, United States. Founded in 1849 as the Michigan State Normal School, it was the fourth normal school established in the United States and the first outside New England. In 1899, the Michigan State Normal School became the first normal school in the nation to offer a four-year curriculum; the college became a university in 1959.
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Eastern Michigan University accepts the Common Application. All Common App schools require the personal statement essay. Some schools also require supplemental essays — check the school's page on Common App for current prompts and word limits.
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