Northern Michigan University

0/10 Overall Rating
4 Year
Marquette, MI
5.0 1 review

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Overview

Total enrollment

7,409

Location Marquette, Michigan
Website nmu.edu
Type Public 4 Year
Setting Remote Town

Size Mid-size
Status Non-profit
Housing Yes
Level of Study Undergrad/Graduate

Northern Michigan University occupies a 360-acre campus in Marquette, Michigan, situated along the shores of Lake Superior in the state's Upper Peninsula. The institution, founded in 1899 as a teaching college, operates as a public university offering both undergraduate and graduate programs, with particular strengths in education, nursing, and outdoor recreation leadership. The campus features a mix of modern and historic buildings, including the Seaborg Science Complex and the Superior Dome, which stands as the world's largest wooden dome structure and serves as an all-season athletic facility. NMU provides apartment-style and traditional residence halls for students, with many buildings offering views of Lake Superior, while the surrounding area provides extensive opportunities for outdoor recreation including skiing, hiking, and water sports. The university competes in NCAA Division II athletics as the Wildcats, with notable programs in Nordic skiing and hockey.

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Academics

7 out of 10
Resources

3 out of 10
Outcomes

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Admissions

Admission Standards

Unavailable

GPA 3.33

Acceptance Rate

84%

Applications Due -
Enrollment Rate 15.3%
Application Fee $0

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Annual Cost to Attend

Michigan Resident Tuition

$14,277

Out of State Resident Tuition

$19,773

Breakdown

Tuition $14,277
Books and Supplies $720
Other Fees $1,233
Room and Board $13,274
Budget for Other Expenses $2,178
Total One Year Cost $31,682

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Student Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years

$38,400 per year

Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate

48% within 6 years

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Popular Areas of Study

Popular majors at Northern Michigan University are Health Professions, Business, and Education. 17% of students major in Health Professions, 12% in Business, and 8% in Education.