NMC Academic Snapshot
Tuition Overview:
- In-State Tuition: $10,722
- Out-of-State Tuition: $13,476
- In-state tuition is affordable, while out-of-state tuition is higher, as is typical for public institutions.
Student Population at NMC:
- Total Enrollment: 3,253, including 792 online students
- All Undergraduate
- Gender Distribution: 48.6% men, 51.4% women.
- This is a lower medium-sized institution, balancing resources and a sense of community.
Graduation & Retention Rate
- Graduation Rate: 25%. Lower graduation rate, which may reflect challenges in student retention or completion.
- Transfer-Out Rate: 21%. Some students transfer out, which is common in higher education.
- First-Year Retention Rate: 84%. Good retention, typical for many institutions.
Programs & Degrees Offered
- Programs Offered: 77 academic programs available.
- Online Programs: 5 programs available fully online.
- Special Programs: Health Professions.
- Degrees Awarded: Certificate, Associate's, Bachelor's.
NMC Overview
Northwestern Michigan College (NMC) is a four-year, public school located in Traverse City, MI. Northwestern Michigan College has a State-supported maritime college and university (Great Lakes Maritime Academy). It is classified as primarily Associate's college by Carnegie Classification
The NMC's tuition & fees is $10,722 for Michigan residents and $13,476 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2024-2025. 61% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $5,759.
The school has a total enrollment of 3,253 and the students to faculty ratio is 13 to 1 (7.69%).
Northwestern Michigan College is accredited by Higher Learning Commission.
2025 Tuition & Fees and 2026 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of Northwestern Michigan College is $10,722 for in-state students and $13,476 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $11,409 for Michigan residents and $14,230 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 | $10,722 | $13,476 |
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| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $11,409 | $14,230 |
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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
Northwestern Michigan College offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for undergraduate programs.
Special Learning Opportunities at NMC
| Learning Opportunities |
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| ROTC | No |
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| Weekend/Evening College | No |
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| Teacher Certification | No |
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| Study Abroad | Yes |
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| On-Campus Services |
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| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
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| Employment services for students | Yes |
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| Placement services for completers | Yes |
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| On-campus day care for students' children | Yes |
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