NCMC Academic Snapshot
Tuition Overview:
- In-State Tuition: $8,490
- Out-of-State Tuition: $10,590
- Both in-state and out-of-state tuition are relatively affordable compared to national averages.
Student Population at NCMC:
- Total Enrollment: 1,613, including 314 online students
- All Undergraduate
- Gender Distribution: 37.1% men, 62.9% women.
- This is a small institution, fostering a close-knit community and individualized attention.
Graduation & Retention Rate
- Graduation Rate: 29%. Lower graduation rate, which may reflect challenges in student retention or completion.
- Transfer-Out Rate: 22%. Some students transfer out, which is common in higher education.
- First-Year Retention Rate: 66%. Lower retention, which may reflect challenges in student engagement or support.
Programs & Degrees Offered
- Programs Offered: 57 academic programs available.
- Online Programs: 2 programs available fully online.
- Special Programs: Health Professions.
- Degrees Awarded: Certificate, Associate's.
NCMC Overview
North Central Michigan College (NCMC) is a 2-4 year, public school located in Petoskey, MI. It is classified as large Associate's college by Carnegie Classification
The NCMC's tuition & fees is $8,490 for Michigan residents and $10,590 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2024-2025. 46% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $6,992.
The school has a total enrollment of 1,613 and the students to faculty ratio is 15 to 1 (6.67%).
North Central Michigan College is accredited by Higher Learning Commission.
2025 Tuition & Fees and 2026 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of North Central Michigan College is $8,490 for in-state students and $10,590 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $8,847 for Michigan residents and $10,944 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year.
| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $8,490 | $10,590 |
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| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $8,847 | $10,944 |
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The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Learning Opportunities and Campus Services
North Central Michigan College offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for undergraduate programs.
Special Learning Opportunities at NCMC
| Learning Opportunities |
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| ROTC | No |
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| Weekend/Evening College | Yes |
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| Teacher Certification | No |
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| Study Abroad | No |
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| On-Campus Services |
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| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
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| Employment services for students | No |
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| Placement services for completers | No |
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| On-campus day care for students' children | No |
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