Question 1

Is Western Michigan University a good company to work for?

Accepted Answer

Western Michigan University has an overall rating of 4.0 out of 5, based on over 928 reviews left anonymously by employees. This rating has decreased by 5% over the last 12 months. 75% of employees would recommend working at Western Michigan University to a friend and 35% have a positive outlook for the business. The best reviews about Western Michigan University have been left by employees working as Graduate Research Assistant, Research Assistant and Office Assistant.

Question 2

Does Western Michigan University pay their employees well?

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According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Western Michigan University employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.2 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Western Michigan University. This rating has improved by 2% over the last 12 months.

Question 3

How satisfied are employees working at Western Michigan University?

Accepted Answer

75% of Western Michigan University employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews. Employees also rated Western Michigan University 3.8 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.8 for culture and values and 3.2 for career opportunities.

Question 4

What are the top reviewed jobs at Western Michigan University?

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Graduate Teaching Assistant (45), Research Assistant (22), Graduate Assistant (18), Graduate Research Assistant (17), Teaching Assistant (14), Office Assistant (12), Professor (11), Dining Services (10), Administrative Assistant (9), Instructor (9), Student Ambassador (9), Student Assistant (9), Student Supervisor (9), Student Worker (9), Director (8)

Question 5

What are the pros of working at Western Michigan University according to real employee reviews?

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"The benefits are great with the best being free education!" ((in 53 reviews)); "Great people to work with and gives you a starting place in the career field." ((in 47 reviews)); "Flexible hours to work around class schedule" ((in 31 reviews)); "Easy on campus job with a lot of friendly customers and coworkers to engage with." ((in 21 reviews)); "Nice and friendly staff" ((in 19 reviews))

Question 6

What are the cons of working at Western Michigan University according to real employee reviews?

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"low pay and is defined by the public fubding" ((in 73 reviews)); "Low salary for student workers" ((in 23 reviews)); "Poor leadership in many departments, with many people overpaid and those that do most of the work underpaid." ((in 13 reviews)); "Management not supportive and is very disorganized" ((in 12 reviews)); "Spouse employment opportunities are limited." ((in 9 reviews))

Question 7

What are employees saying about Western Michigan University layoffs in 2026?

Accepted Answer

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about Western Michigan University layoffs and their outlook for job security at Western Michigan University in 2026.

Question 8

What are the top reviewed Western Michigan University locations?

Accepted Answer

Kalamazoo, Battle Creek, Detroit, Portage, Grand Rapids, Chicago, Louisville, Michigan City, Nashua, Farmington Hills, Western Location, Kalamazoo, Kalamazoo

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