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Northern Michigan University

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world rank  915

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Overview

Founded in 1899, the Northern Michigan University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the rural setting of the large town of Marquette (population range of 10,000-49,999 inhabitants), Michigan. Officially accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, Northern Michigan University (NMU) is a medium sized (uniRank enrollment range: 7,000-7,999 students) coeducational US higher education institution. Northern Michigan University (NMU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 126-year-old US higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 70-79% making this US higher education organization a moderately selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. NMU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Northern Michigan University's Control Typepublic

Entity

Northern Michigan University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Northern Michigan University' Size by Total Enrollmentmedium sized

Selectivity

Northern Michigan University's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratemoderately selective

University Identity

Name
Name (English)
Name (Non Latin)
Acronym NMU
Founded 1899
Motto Northern. Naturally.
Colours Green and gold
Mascot Wildcat Willy
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University Location

Address 1401 Presque Isle Avenue
Marquette
49855-5301 Michigan
United States
Northern Michigan University's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Northern Michigan University Phone Number (906) 227 1000
Northern Michigan University Fax Number (906) 227 1747
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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Northern Michigan University is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Northern Michigan University's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Programs/Courses/Degrees

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You can also explore our Guide to University Programs and Courses to learn more about study outlines and typical duration, tuition ranges, career prospects and salary expectations for careers associated with more than 8,100 programs and courses.


Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Northern Michigan University categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Northern Michigan University.



Northern Michigan University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
12,500-14,999 US$ (11,390-13,670 Euro) 10,000-12,499 US$ (9,110-11,390 Euro)
International
students
17,500-19,999 US$ (15,950-18,225 Euro) 12,500-14,999 US$ (11,390-13,670 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

Northern Michigan University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits men and women (coeducational).


Northern Michigan University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

This higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

This institution acceptance rate range is 70-79% making it a moderately selective higher education institution.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

  • Secondary school GPA is required
  • Secondary school rank is neither required nor recommended
  • Secondary school record is required
  • Completion of college-preparatory program is recommended
  • Recommendations are considered but not required
  • Formal demonstration of competencies is neither required nor recommended
  • Admission test scores are required
  • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is required
  • Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) is neither required nor recommended

Source: IPDES


Northern Michigan University's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


Northern Michigan University's Admission Office Admission Office

1401 Presque Isle Avenue
Marquette 49855
(906) 227 2650
800 682 9797

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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

Northern Michigan University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

This institution has a student enrollment range from 7,000 to 7,999, making it a medium-sized institution.


Northern Michigan University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution's academic staff ranges from 400 to 499 members.


Northern Michigan University's Control Type Control Type

This institution is a public higher education institution.


Northern Michigan University's Entity Type Entity Type

This institution is a non-profit higher education institution.


Northern Michigan University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a rural setting.


Northern Michigan University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


Northern Michigan University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Northern Michigan University is None Religious Affiliation

None.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities


Northern Michigan University's Library University Library

Yes Visit Northern Michigan University's Library
Northern Michigan University's library does not have any external branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 262,879 physical volumes, 69,747 physical media, 73,971 digital/electronic media and 144 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 27 full-time employees, including 7 librarians. Northern Michigan University's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.


Northern Michigan University's Housing University Housing

Yes
In particular, the Northern Michigan University provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 2,956 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.


Northern Michigan University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Northern Michigan University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported


University Services


Northern Michigan University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Northern Michigan University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Northern Michigan University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes

In particular, this institution offers some programs fully via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.

Northern Michigan University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


Northern Michigan University's Career Services Career Services

Yes


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Northern Michigan University's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Northern Michigan University is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Higher Learning Commission

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Northern Michigan University's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • American Chemical Society
  • Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business
  • Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs
  • Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education
  • Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education
  • Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation
  • Council on Social Work Education, Board of Accreditation
  • Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission of ABET
  • Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology
  • National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences
  • National Association of Schools of Music, Commission on Accreditation


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Northern Michigan University's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • American Association of State Colleges and Universities (AASCU)
  • National Athletic Association (NAA)
  • National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)


Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a university focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer divisions and a more streamlined organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

uniRank shows a structural diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the Northern Michigan University 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.


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Social Media

Introduction

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

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TikTok TikTok

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Free Online Courses

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