Northern Michigan University is a medium, four-year, primarily residential, public school with 9,130 students enrolled.

This college is the only college located in Marquette, Michigan.

Northern Michigan University will give you the opportunity to get a several-month certficate, 1-year certificate, associate degree, bachelor's degree, postbaccalaureate certificate, master's degree, or postmaster certificate.

According to recent data, out of 5,608 applications 4,367 were accepted (78%), so it is easy to be accepted at Northern Michigan University.

The undergraduate application fee at Northern Michigan University is $30.00. The application fee cannot be applied toward tuition fees; additionally, this application fee is non-refundable if the student is not accepted to this school. The graduate application fee is $50.00.

This school accepts dual credits, credits for life experience (learned through independent study, noncredit adult courses, work experience, portfolio demonstration, previous licensure or certification, or completion of other learning opportunities), and advanced placement credits (college-level courses taught in high school) for admission.

If you wish to file your FAFSA application for Federal Student Aid, the school code for Northern Michigan University is 002301.

Federal Student Aid is an office of the US Department of Education, which provides grants and loans to eligible students and families. To meet minimum eligibility requirements you need to have a valid Social Security number and high school diploma or GED certificate.

It is quite easy to get approved for a loan at Northern Michigan University, as 63% of the school's students receive loans, and the average loan amount is about $4,800.

Northern Michigan University follows a semester-based curriculum calendar system and offers choices in 137 degree programs including Accounting, Behavioral Sciences, Biochemistry, Computer Programming, Cosmetology, Creative Writing, Ecology, Economics, Finance, General Studies, Geography, Health Teacher Education, History, Industrial Design, Mathematics, Music, Nursing, Philosophy, Physics, Psychology, Public Administration, Social Work, and Sociology.

It is worthwhile to know student retention and graduation rates before you apply to a school to get your diploma or to engage in a long-term study; high retention and graduation rates are typically a good sign. Nevertheless, if you anticipate to transfer or take non-credit coursework, these metrics are not important.

The rate of student retention at Northern Michigan University is low at 57% (way below Michigan average). Considering this statistic, apparently, students somewhat enjoy their stay at this school. The graduation rate at Northern Michigan University is low: 45%.

Average tuition prices are close to the nationwide median - around $10,700 per annum. The additional fees at Northern Michigan University not covered by tuition are close to $600 per academic year, which comes to $11,300 per annum.

Northern Michigan University provides a distance education program, study abroad programs, and evening/weekend study opportunity, which is a great option for those who work full-time.

There are options for on-campus part-time employment at Northern Michigan University, which allows students to cover some of the tuition expenses. Additionally, Northern Michigan University helps students to evaluate their career options and to find a full-time job upon graduation.

Northern Michigan University offers on-campus housing. Dormitory capacity at Northern Michigan University accommodates roughly 2,700 students, which offers a viable on-campus housing opportunity. The room price is relatively low: roughly $3,800 a year.

According to the recent data, Northern Michigan University is a very dangerous school. Read the details about safety at Northern Michigan University in the Safety Report for this school.

The cities close to Northern Michigan University are Escanaba, Houghton, Dunbar, Hancock, and Rhinelander.

If you would like to request more details about studying at Northern Michigan University, call this school's general information office at (906) 227-1000 or check Northern Michigan University Website.