At a glance
Average net price
$14,085
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
52.1%
Admission rate
84%
Undergrad size
6,556
In-state tuition
$14,277
Out-of-state tuition
$19,773
Cost of attendance
$27,841
Median earnings (10y)
$47,107
Admissions
- SAT average
- Not available
- ACT midpoint
- Not available
- Retention
- 78.0%
- Locale
- Town
Programs breakdown
31 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by trades & services (20%), social sciences (19%), stem (19%).
- STEM19%
- Health13%
- Business12%
- Humanities & arts16%
- Social sciences19%
- Trades & services20%
- Health professions13.2%~862 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- Business12.2%~797 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- ~517 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Education7.7%~504 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Liberal arts6.5%~429 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~355 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Social sciences4.6%~302 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~302 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~280 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~271 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Psychology4.0%~263 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~184 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Agriculture2.8%~184 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~140 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Engineering tech2.1%~136 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~131 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Communication1.9%~123 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~109 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~105 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Computer science1.5%~101 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- English1.5%~101 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Military tech1.5%~101 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~70 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Mathematics0.5%~35 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- History0.5%~35 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~35 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Legal0.5%~31 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~26 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~22 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Engineering0.1%~5 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~5 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
40 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Associate's | 210 | $14,693 | $12,000 |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 206 | $24,325 | $25,166 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor's | 192 | $57,371 | $28,000 |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 131 | $30,831 | $22,727 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Bachelor's | 122 | $35,823 | $23,687 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 120 | $30,483 | $23,795 |
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research. | Bachelor's | 118 | $24,055 | $24,250 |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Bachelor's | 112 | $22,445 | $27,000 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Bachelor's | 102 | $31,542 | $27,000 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor's | 93 | $27,559 | $24,625 |
| Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Administration. | Bachelor's | 91 | — | — |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions. | Bachelor's | 83 | $48,424 | $28,873 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 73 | $38,631 | $30,750 |
| Construction Management. | Bachelor's | 68 | — | $23,656 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Master's | 65 | — | — |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 58 | $41,261 | $24,651 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Associate's | 51 | $42,015 | $18,500 |
| Social Work. | Master's | 50 | — | — |
| Social Work. | Bachelor's | 49 | $30,522 | $24,301 |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers. | Undergraduate certificate | 49 | $46,384 | $5,500 |
| Fishing and Fisheries Sciences and Management. | Bachelor's | 48 | — | $26,875 |
| Marketing. | Bachelor's | 47 | $38,045 | $23,000 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Bachelor's | 41 | $44,975 | $19,219 |
| Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Studies. | Bachelor's | 36 | $24,288 | $23,855 |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor's | 35 | $30,176 | $16,199 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Bachelor's | 34 | $51,163 | — |
| Mechanical Engineering Related Technologies/Technicians. | Bachelor's | 34 | — | — |
| Chemistry. | Bachelor's | 34 | — | $25,500 |
| Economics. | Bachelor's | 33 | — | — |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor's | 32 | $20,926 | — |
| Agricultural/Animal/Plant/Veterinary Science and Related Fields, Other. | Associate's | 31 | — | — |
| Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication. | Bachelor's | 31 | — | — |
| Communication Disorders Sciences and Services. | Bachelor's | 31 | — | $25,500 |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions. | Associate's | 31 | — | $18,334 |
| Neurobiology and Neurosciences. | Bachelor's | 28 | — | $26,768 |
| Anthropology. | Bachelor's | 28 | — | — |
| Precision Metal Working. | Undergraduate certificate | 28 | $28,419 | — |
| Business/Commerce, General. | Associate's | 28 | — | — |
| History. | Bachelor's | 28 | $22,625 | $27,000 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master's | 27 | — | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About Northern Michigan University
Northern Michigan University is a large institution located in Marquette, Michigan, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 6,556 undergraduate students in a town setting. The most popular fields of study include Health professions, Business, Biological sciences.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Northern Michigan University — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $14,085 per year, which is moderately priced compared to other U.S. institutions. Sticker tuition runs $14,277 for in-state students and $19,773 for out-of-state students before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $27,841 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 52.1%, a above-average completion outcome. 78.0% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $47,107 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Northern Michigan University confers degrees and certificates across 31 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Health professions, Business, Biological sciences. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by trades & services (20% of credentials), social sciences (19% of credentials), stem (19% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Northern Michigan University accepts 84% of applicants, making it open or near-open admission.
Location & campus
Set in Marquette, Michigan (town), Northern Michigan University draws students from across Michigan and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about Northern Michigan University
Q.How much does Northern Michigan University cost?
The average net price at Northern Michigan University is $14,085 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $27,841.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Northern Michigan University?
Northern Michigan University has a 6-year graduation rate of 52.1% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Northern Michigan University?
Northern Michigan University admits 84% of applicants, which is considered open or near-open admission.
Q.How much do Northern Michigan University graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Northern Michigan University graduate earns $47,107 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Northern Michigan University?
Published tuition is $14,277 in-state and $19,773 out-of-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Northern Michigan University located?
Northern Michigan University is located in Marquette, Michigan (ZIP 49855).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Northern Michigan University at their official website.