About Us
About EMU
Eastern Michigan University focuses on helping students find their true passion. Founded in 1849 as a small teacher’s college, EMU is a major learning and research institution with a distinct mix of comprehensive academic resources and strong community initiatives. We offer more than 200 undergraduate majors, minors and certificates, plus more than 150 graduate programs to our 15K+ students.
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Located in historic Ypsilanti
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20 minutes from the Detroit International Airport
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Easy access to public transportation
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800-acre campus
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18 miles of walkways and trails
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Experience all four seasons
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Virtual campus tour available at: EMU Tours
About GEE MENA HigherED
Global Educational Excellence (GEE) is based out of Ann Arbor, MI (USA) and was founded in 1998 as an education management and consulting organization for educational institutions in the US and MENA region. Our recruiters have 50 years of combined experience in international student recruitment and advisement for US colleges and universities. This exclusive partnership between GEE and EMU will focus on supporting international students in enrolling at EMU. Our recruiters will offer continued support to prepare and welcome students to the United States and their new home on EMU’s campus, this includes:
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Student Support: Application and Admissions
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Orientation for Pre-departure and Arrival
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Student & Family Support: Orientation
Named a 'Best in the Midwest' university by The Princeton Review for the 19th consecutive year.
Our Mission
EMU enriches lives in a supportive, intellectually dynamic and diverse community. Our dedicated faculty balance teaching and research to prepare students with relevant skills and real world awareness. We are an institution of opportunity where students learn in and beyond the classroom to benefit the local and global communities.
Our Vision
Eastern Michigan University will be a premier public university recognized for student-centered learning, high quality academic programs and community impact.