About

The College of Education and Human Development at Western Michigan University is a dynamic and inclusive community dedicated to improving the human condition through education, health, and service. Rooted in Western’s origins as a teachers college, we are the University’s oldest college—carrying forward a long-standing legacy of preparing educators, leaders, and practitioners who make a meaningful difference. Each year, we prepare future leaders across a wide range of disciplines—from teacher preparation and counseling to nutrition, exercise science, and beyond. Grounded in research, hands-on learning, and a commitment to equity and well-being, our programs empower graduates to create lasting impact in schools, communities, and organizations locally and globally.

18-1

student to faculty ratio. 

—– Spring 2026

2,000

undergraduate students.

—– Spring 2026

2,000

graduate students.

—– Spring 2026

Accredited and Approved Programs

Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND)

  • B.S. in Nutrition and Dietetics
  • Nutrition and Dietetics Dietetic Internship (DI)

American Psychological Association (APA)

  • Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology

Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP)

  • M.A. in Counselor Education: Clinical Mental Health Counseling
  • M.A. in Counselor Education: Marriage, Couple and Family Counseling
  • M.A. in Counselor Education: Rehabilitation Counseling
  • M.A. in Counselor Education: School Counseling
  • Ph.D. in Counselor Education

Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP)

  • All teacher preparation programs (undergraduate and graduate)

National Associate of Schools of Art and Design (NASAD)

  • B.S. in Fashion Design and Development
  • B.S. in Fashion Merchandising
  • M.A. in Family and Consumer Sciences: Fashion Merchandising and Apparel Design

National Council on Family Relations (NCFR)

  • B.S. in Child and Family Development
  • B.S. in Family Studies
  • M.A. in Family and Consumer Sciences: Family Life Education

Textile and Apparel Programs Accreditation Commission (TAPAC)

  • B.S. in Fashion Design and Development
  • B.S. in Fashion Merchandising

Locations

Kohrman Hall

Kohrman Hall

Monday through Friday: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday: Closed (unless a special event is scheduled)
Contact: (269) 387-2966

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Sangren Hall

Monday: 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.T-TR: 7:00 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. Friday: 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.Saturday: 8:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.Sunday: Closed (unless special events)
Student Recreation Center

Student Recreation Center

Monday-Friday: 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.Saturday: 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.Sunday: Noon to 9:00 p.m.