Northern Michigan University
Northern Michigan University is a public research university in Marquette, Michigan, serving roughly 6,556 students. Admission is moderately selective, with an acceptance rate of about 84.02% in federal reporting data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $47,107 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $14,277
- 2024 Average Net Price: $14,085 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 84.02% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 6,556 87.7% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 52.14%
Northern Michigan University: what the data shows
Common questions about Northern Michigan University, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Northern Michigan University?
Northern Michigan University is located in Marquette, MI (ZIP 49855-5301).
NCES locale classification: Town remote.
Is Northern Michigan University public or private?
Northern Michigan University is a Public institution.
How much does Northern Michigan University cost?
Published tuition: $14,277 in-state, $19,773 out-of-state.
Average net price after aid: $14,085.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $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 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $57,108.
How hard is it to get into Northern Michigan University?
Admission rate: 84.02%.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is Northern Michigan University?
Total enrollment: 6,556 students.
About 88% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Northern Michigan University?
150%-time completion rate: 52.14%.
First-year retention: 78.0%.
What do graduates of Northern Michigan University earn?
Median earnings: $37,996 six years after entry; $47,107 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $21,474.
27.95% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Northern Michigan University known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Other/Unknown Programs (1,760 completions)
- Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, & Nursing Research (112 completions)
- General Biological Sciences (109 completions)
- CIP 240102 (98 completions)
- General Psychology (77 completions)
- Criminal Justice - Law Enforcement Administration (66 completions)
- Social Work (55 completions)
- CIP 520201 (51 completions)
- CIP 500701 (50 completions)
- CIP 019999 (36 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Northern Michigan University a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 84.02%; completion rate 52.14%; median earnings $47,107 at 10 years; net price $14,085. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Costs
Tuition Costs
$14,277
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Northern Michigan University was $14,277.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$14,085
2024 Value
In 2024 Northern Michigan University had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $14,085.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$56,340 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$14,085 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$57,108 4-Year In-State Tuition
$79,092 4-Year Out-of-State Tuition
Costs include tuition and fees. Room & board, books, and other expenses are additional.
4-year total cost breakdown for Northern Michigan University.
Financial Aid by Income Level
27.95% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
45.52% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Northern Michigan University was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for Northern Michigan University in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $9,037 | $14,113 | $13,028 |
| 2014 | $9,324 | $14,556 | $12,039 |
| 2015 | $9,620 | $15,020 | $12,468 |
| 2016 | $9,766 | $15,262 | $12,505 |
| 2017 | $10,240 | $15,736 | $13,883 |
| 2018 | $10,729 | $16,225 | $14,690 |
| 2019 | $11,255 | $16,751 | $15,453 |
| 2020 | $12,402 | $17,898 | $15,214 |
| 2021 | $12,918 | $18,414 | $16,583 |
| 2022 | $12,648 | $18,144 | $16,723 |
| 2023 | $13,304 | $18,800 | $17,485 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Admissions
Acceptance Rate
84.02% Acceptance Rate
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
Test score data is not available for this institution.
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
GPA requirements are not published by this institution. Contact the admissions office for specific academic requirements.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
87.7% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Northern Michigan University in 2024 is 6,556 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
78.0%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
34.80% 100% Completion Time
52.14% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 34.80% of students graduating from Northern Michigan University completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Northern Michigan University.
Return on Investment
$21,474 Median Student Debt
$47,107 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
45.59% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
736.12% Return on Investment
4.6 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Northern Michigan University.
Top Programs by Completions
10 Programs Reporting Data
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, & Nursing Research: 112 completions
General Biological Sciences: 109 completions
CIP 24.0102: 98 completions
General Psychology: 77 completions
Criminal Justice - Law Enforcement Administration: 66 completions
Social Work: 55 completions
CIP 52.0201: 51 completions
CIP 50.0701: 50 completions
CIP 01.9999: 36 completions
Other/Unknown Programs: 1,760 completions
Most popular programs at Northern Michigan University.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Northern Michigan University graduates.
About
Northern Michigan University is a public institution located in Marquette, MI, offering 123 distinct degree programs across various academic disciplines. The institution enrolls approximately 6,556 students. The admission rate is 84.02%. The institution maintains a 52.14% graduation rate. Approximately 27.95% of students receive Pell Grants.
Institution Type
Public
Location
Marquette, MI 49855-5301
Region: Great Lakes
Insights and Analysis
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 123 distinct degree programs, Northern Michigan University provides students with a wide range of academic options. This diversity allows students to explore various fields and find programs that align with their interests and career goals.
FAQ
How much does Northern Michigan University cost?
Reported in-state tuition is $14,277 and average net price is $14,085 in the latest College Scorecard data.
How hard is it to get into Northern Michigan University?
The admission rate is 84.0% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data.
What do graduates of Northern Michigan University earn?
Median earnings are $37,996 six years after entry and $47,107 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Northern Michigan University?
The 150%-time completion rate is 52.1% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Northern Michigan University students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $21,474.
How big is Northern Michigan University?
Total enrollment is about 6,556 students in the latest reporting year.
Is Northern Michigan University public or private?
Northern Michigan University is a public institution located in Marquette, MI.
Is Northern Michigan University an HBCU?
No. Northern Michigan University is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Northern Michigan University a tribal college?
No. Northern Michigan University is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Northern Michigan University a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, Northern Michigan University does not meet that proxy (reported share 4.4%).
Is Northern Michigan University religiously affiliated?
No religious affiliation is reported for Northern Michigan University in IPEDS institutional characteristics.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.