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Northern Michigan University

Marquette, MI • public • II | Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference
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Acceptance
70.0%
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Grad Rate
51%
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Cost
$27,038 / $32,534

Overview

Institution Type
public
Campus Setting
Town
Student Population
Undergrad: 7,251 • Total: 8,049
Academic Calendar
Semester
Honors College/Program
Yes
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Address
1401 Presque Isle Avenue
Marquette, MI
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Website
www.nmu.edu
Region
Midwest
Carnegie Classification
Bac/A&S: Baccalaureate Colleges – Arts & Sciences Focus

Student Demographics

Gender Distribution
Male: 2,859 (39.4%) • Female: 4,392 (60.6%)
Race/Ethnicity Distribution
Asian 50 0.7%
Black/African American 111 1.5%
Hispanic/Latino 302 4.2%
White 6,024 83.1%
Two or More Races 262 3.6%
International 83 1.1%

Admissions & Selectivity

Acceptance Rate
70.0%
4,842 admitted from 6,922 applicants
Standardized Testing Policy
✓ Test Optional
Application Types Offered
RD
Application Requirements
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Financial Aid Forms
FAFSA only
Deadlines
RD: Rolling

Academic Outcomes

6-Year Graduation Rate
50.8%
4-Year Graduation Rate
23.0%
Freshman Retention Rate
76.0%
Student-Faculty Ratio
22.8:1

Cost & Financial Aid

Total Cost of Attendance (2022-23)
In-State
$27,038
Tuition + Room & Board + Books
Out-of-State
$32,534
Tuition + Room & Board + Books
Annual Tuition & Fees (2022-23)
In-state: $13,044
Out-of-state: $18,540
Room & Board
$13,274
Books & Supplies
$720
Average Net Price by Family Income (2022-23)
$0-30,000 $7,697
$30,001-48,000 $7,185
$48,001-75,000 $11,051
$75,001-110,000 $16,324
$110,001+ $22,268
Students Receiving Pell Grants
78%

🏈 Athletics

NCAA Division
II
Conference
Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference
Men's Sports (8)
Basketball Football Golf Ice Hockey Other Sports Skiing Soccer Swimming and Diving (combined)
Women's Sports (12)
Basketball Cross Country Golf Lacrosse Other Sports Skiing Soccer Swimming and Diving (combined) Track and Field (Indoor) Track and Field (Outdoor)
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Common questions about Northern Michigan University

What is Northern Michigan University's acceptance rate?
Northern Michigan University accepts 70% of applicants, from 6,922 applications.
How much does Northern Michigan University cost?
Tuition and fees are $13,044 in-state and $18,540 out-of-state. Families earning under $30,000 pay $7,697 on average after aid.
Does Northern Michigan University require SAT or ACT scores?
Northern Michigan University does not require SAT or ACT scores for admission.
What is Northern Michigan University's graduation rate?
51% of students graduate within six years.