Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
69.95%
SAT Average
Not available
ACT Range
Not available
Northern Michigan University Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 69.95%. This means approximately 700 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 6,425 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
69.95%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Higher Learning Commission | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $13,304 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $18,800 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $26,206 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $17,485 | State avg: $16,178. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 27.39% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 50.70% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Northern Michigan University Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$18,800
Room and board
$12,752
Books and supplies
$720
Other expenses
$2,148
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$26,206
Average net price
$17,485
Average aid coverage
33%
$8,721 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Northern Michigan University pays approximately $17,485 per year after grants and aid. This is above the Michigan average of $16,178 and below the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Northern Michigan University?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Michigan and national averages.
Northern Michigan University net price
$17,485
Michigan average
$16,178
National average
$17,506
Northern Michigan University Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $18,800 and average net price at $17,485. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$18,800
Current net price
$17,485
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
50.84%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$47,107
Undergraduates
6,425
10-Year Median Earnings - Northern Michigan University vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Northern Michigan University graduates earn about 1.1x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Northern Michigan University?
Undergraduates
6,425
Completion rate
50.84%
Below national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
27.39%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
50.70%
Above national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 27.39% of Northern Michigan University students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 50.70% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Northern Michigan University
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Northern Michigan University's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Northern Michigan University lists Higher Learning Commission as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Northern Michigan University is listed at 1401 Presque Isle Avenue, Marquette, MI 49855-5301. Accreditor: Higher Learning Commission.
Compare Schools
Compare Northern Michigan University with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northern Michigan University | 69.95% | $18,800 | $17,485 | $47,107 |
| Kettering University | 79.09% | $46,380 | $33,092 | $94,823 |
| Chamberlain University-Michigan | 88.89% | $19,686 | $26,870 | $92,405 |
| University of Michigan-Ann Arbor | 17.94% | $58,072 | $14,832 | $83,648 |
| Michigan Technological University | 87.94% | $41,340 | $15,729 | $78,198 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northern Michigan University's acceptance rate?
Northern Michigan University's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 69.95%.
How much is Northern Michigan University tuition?
Northern Michigan University's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $18,800.
What is Northern Michigan University's average net price?
Northern Michigan University's average net price in the local dataset is $17,485.
What is Northern Michigan University's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $47,107 for Northern Michigan University.
Is Northern Michigan University accredited?
Northern Michigan University's accreditor in the local dataset is Higher Learning Commission.
How many students attend Northern Michigan University?
The local dataset lists 6,425 undergraduate students at Northern Michigan University.
What percentage of Northern Michigan University students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Northern Michigan University in the local dataset is 27.39%.
What is the federal loan rate at Northern Michigan University?
The federal loan rate for Northern Michigan University in the local dataset is 50.70%.
Where should I verify Northern Michigan University data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Northern Michigan University or the latest official federal education data.