Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 002301
- Phone: (231) 348-6600
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
ACCEPTANCE RATE
65.59%FINANCIAL AID RATE
93%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
20:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
38FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$7,306Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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Northern Michigan University (NCMC)
1515 Howard St, Petoskey, MI
Northern Michigan University is a public institution located in Marquette, Michigan and provides a large number of program options for students. Northern Michigan University has a yearly student enrollment of approximately nine thousand.
Students can select from a few areas of study, including:
- Health And Clinical Professions
- Visual And Performing Arts
- Security And Protective Services
- Business And Marketing Studies
To be considered for admissions, you may be required to complete an application, provide letters of recommendations, and submit test scores or other school records, which are then reviewed by admissions officials. Most students at NMU scored in a range of 19 - 25 on the ACT exam. Northern Michigan University accepts approximately 70 percent of applicants. Of those admitted, about 39 percent of students enrolled. More information from the admissions office can be found at webb.nmu.edu.
The tuition at NMU varies based on the state of residence of the student. In-state residents pay close to $9,300 per year, while out-of-state residents are charged $14,000 per year. Student housing is available on-campus for students. The yearly cost of housing is around $4,500. Students enrolled at this school may qualify for aid which is usually grants and loans.
The Northern Michigan University "Wildcats" compete in a number of intercollegiate sports through participation in the NCAA. Athletic programs available include:
- Basketball (NCAA Division II)
- Football (NCAA Division II)
- Golf (NCAA Division II)
- Ice Hockey (NCAA Division II)
- Skiing (NCAA Division II)
Students can visit the Northern Michigan University website to see a complete list of programs offered, student services, and more that is available at this school.
Admission Requirements & Details
The admissions information below may provide a better idea of the applicants Northern Michigan University accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
The total student enrollment at Northern Michigan University is about 7,600, with undergraduate students making up about 93% of the total student population and graduate students making up the rest.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $14,200. In order to calculate a more accurate and detailed cost of attendance check out their cost calculator here. There is also a $35 application fee for those applying to a program. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Tuition estimates per year:
- In-State: $11,000-$13,000
- Out-of-State: $16,000-$19,660
- Charges per unit:
- In-State: $450-$540 per unit
- Out-of-State: $680-$820 per unit
Financial Aid Details
The table listed below helps break down the types of financial aid students receive and the percent receiving aid, as well as the average amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 93% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 82% | $8,455 |
Receiving Student Loans | 67% | $7,119 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and alumni, Northern Michigan University may offer services including:- Distance learning
- Night and weekend classes available
- Remedial instructional courses
- Counseling assistance
- Employing students to lower education costs
- Helping students find work after graduation
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Teacher Education (Bachelor's) Program
- Music Program
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Program
- Nursing (MSN, DSN) Program
- Radiology Technician Program
Intercollegiate Athletics
NCMC is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NCAA Division II with football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Basketball (Great Lakes Intercollegiate Ath Conf)
- Football (Great Lakes Intercollegiate Ath Conf)
- Golf
- Ice Hockey
- Lacrosse
- Skiing
- Soccer
- Swimming and Diving
- Track and Field, Indoor
- Track and Field, Outdoor
- Track and Field, X-Country
- Volleyball
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by Northern Michigan University by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biology (B, M)
- Biochemistry (B)
- Zoology (B)
- Microbiology
- Physiology
Business and Marketing Studies
Communications and Journalism
- Communications (B)
- Public Relations (B)
- Multimedia (B)
Computer and Information Sciences
Construction Trades
Engineering Technology
English Language and Literature
- Creative Writing (B, M)
- English (B, M)
Family and Consumer Sciences
Foreign Languages and Literature
Health and Clinical Professions
History
- History (B)
Interdisciplinary Studies
Legal Professions and Studies
- Paralegal (A, B, C)
Liberal Arts and Sciences
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (B)
Mechanic and Repair Technology
- Industrial Mechanics (A, C)
- Auto Mechanic (A, C)
- Heating and Air Conditioning (HVAC) (C)
Natural Resources and Conservation
Personal and Culinary Services
- Cosmetology (C)
Philosophy and Religious Studies
- Philosophy (B)
Precision Production
- Welding (C)
Psychology
- Psychology (B, C, M)
- Organizational Psychology (M)
Public Administration and Social Services
- Social Work (B)
- Public Administration (B, M)
Recreation and Fitness Studies
Security and Protective Services
Social Sciences
- Political Science (B)
- Sociology (B)
- Economics (B)
- International Relations (B)
- Cartography and GIS (B, C)
- Geography
Visual and Performing Arts
Other 4-Year Public Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Northern Michigan University.
- Michigan Technological University in East Lansing, MI (67 miles away)
- University of Wisconsin - Green Bay in Eau Claire, WI (142 miles away)
- Lake Superior State University in Benton Harbor, MI (144 miles away)
- University of Wisconsin - Stevens Point in River Falls, WI (175 miles away)
- University of Wisconsin - Oshkosh in Milwaukee, WI (184 miles away)
Also, check out our college lists below, which can help students compare schools to one another:
- Compare all colleges & universities in Michigan
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Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 002301
- Phone: (231) 348-6600
- School Homepage