About
Contact & Visit
Campus Visits Contact
Contact
Kate Hooper
Senior Associate Director of Admissions
Senior Associate Director of Admissions
Address
Office of Admissions
1401 Presque Isle
Marquette, MI 49855
1401 Presque Isle
Marquette, MI 49855
Phone
906-227-2650
Email
CVP@nmu.edu
Experience College Life
Most Popular Places On Campus
The Northern Center
The Woods and The Quad - Residence Halls
Jamrich Hall, including Starbucks
The Science Building - Science and Health Science Facilities
The PEIF/Superior Dome
The Woods and The Quad - Residence Halls
Jamrich Hall, including Starbucks
The Science Building - Science and Health Science Facilities
The PEIF/Superior Dome
Most Popular Places Off Campus
Presque Isle Park
Lake Superior and Beaches
Marquette Mountain Ski Area
Mattson Lower Harbor Park
Sugarloaf Mountain Hike
With more than a dozen waterfalls cascading through Marquette County, a visitor could spend an entire day exploring these natural wonders.
Lake Superior and Beaches
Marquette Mountain Ski Area
Mattson Lower Harbor Park
Sugarloaf Mountain Hike
With more than a dozen waterfalls cascading through Marquette County, a visitor could spend an entire day exploring these natural wonders.
Campus Tours
Campus Visiting Center
M-F
8-5
906-227-2650
8-5
906-227-2650
Campus Tours
Appointment Required: Yes
Dates: Year-round
Times: Varies
Average Length: 2 hours
Dates: Year-round
Times: Varies
Average Length: 2 hours
On Campus Interview
Campus Interviews
No
Information Sessions
Available
Times
On Saturday visits only
Faculty and Coach Visits
Dates/Times Available
Year-round
Arrangements
Faculty can be contacted in advance for prospective students attending a campus visit program; Coaches will not be contacted by staff. Contact the Athletic Department if interested in meeting coach during a campus visit.
Advance Notice
2 weeks
Contact Email Address for Visit
cvp@nmu.edu
Class Visits
Dates/Times Available
Academic Year
Arrangements
With approval from Department and/or Professor
Overnight Dorm Stays
Overnight Dorm Stays
Available
Arrangements
Other
Limitations
Only during freshman orientation or prearranged with a summer group visit.
Transportation
Types of Transportation Available to Campus
Sawyer International Airport:
https://sawyerairport.com/
(906) 346-3308
Marq-Tran (bus service):
https://marq-tran.com/
(906) 225-1112
dispatch@marq-tran.com
Checker Transport (cab service):
https://checker-transport-of-marquette.business.site/
(906) 227-7777 or (906) 226-7772
Greyhound:
https://www.greyhound.com/en-us/bus-stations-in-marquette
(906) 228-8393
Driving Instructions to Campus
https://nmu.edu/admissions/directions
Local Accommodations
https://nmu.edu/admissions/visiting-campus-and-need-place-stay
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Overview
Applicants: 6,689
Acceptance Rate: 70%
Average HS GPA: 3.36
Test Scores
Testing Policies
Standardized testing policy for use in admission
Test Blind
Other Admission Factors
Academic
Academic GPA
Selectivity Rating
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Academics
Faculty and Class Information
Student/Faculty
18:1
Total Faculty
423
with Terminal Degree
214
212
Women
211
Men
45
Minority
19
International
Most frequent class size
20 - 29
Most frequent lab / sub section size
2 - 9
Graduation Rates
Graduate in 4 years
36%
Graduate in 5 years
53%
Graduate in 6 years
57%
Majors
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AGRICULTURE, AGRICULTURE OPERATIONS, AND RELATED SCIENCES.
Agricultural Business and Management, Other.
Agriculture, Agriculture Operations, and Related Sciences, Other.
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AREA, ETHNIC, CULTURAL, GENDER, AND GROUP STUDIES.
American Indian/Native American Studies.
Deaf Studies.
German Studies.
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BIOLOGICAL AND BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES.
Biochemistry.
Biology/Biological Sciences, General.
Biomathematics, Bioinformatics, and Computational Biology, Other.
Neuroscience.
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BUSINESS, MANAGEMENT, MARKETING, AND RELATED SUPPORT SERVICES.
Accounting and Business/Management.
Accounting and Finance.
Accounting.
Business Administration and Management, General.
Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other.
Business/Commerce, General.
Construction Management.
Entrepreneurial and Small Business Operations, Other.
Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies.
Finance, General.
Hospitality Administration/Management, General.
Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General.
Insurance.
Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods, Other.
Marketing/Marketing Management, General.
Organizational Leadership.
Restaurant/Food Services Management.
Small Business Administration/Management.
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COMMUNICATION, JOURNALISM, AND RELATED PROGRAMS.
Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia.
Public Relations/Image Management.
Speech Communication and Rhetoric.
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COMPUTER AND INFORMATION SCIENCES AND SUPPORT SERVICES.
Computer and Information Sciences, General.
Web/Multimedia Management and Webmaster.
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CONSTRUCTION TRADES.
Building/Property Maintenance.
Lineworker.
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EDUCATION.
Art Teacher Education.
Biology Teacher Education.
Chemistry Teacher Education.
Curriculum and Instruction.
Early Childhood Education and Teaching.
Education/Teaching of Individuals with Emotional Disturbances.
Education/Teaching of Individuals with Mental Retardation.
Education/Teaching of Individuals with Specific Learning Disabilities.
Educational, Instructional, and Curriculum Supervision.
Elementary Education and Teaching.
English/Language Arts Teacher Education.
French Language Teacher Education.
History Teacher Education.
Mathematics Teacher Education.
Music Teacher Education.
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching.
Physics Teacher Education.
Reading Teacher Education.
Science Teacher Education/General Science Teacher Education.
Secondary Education and Teaching.
Social Studies Teacher Education.
Spanish Language Teacher Education.
Teaching English as a Second or Foreign Language/ESL Language Instructor.
Technology Teacher Education/Industrial Arts Teacher Education.
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ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGIES AND ENGINEERING-RELATED FIELDS.
CAD/CADD Drafting and/or Design Technology/Technician.
Electrical, Electronic and Communications Engineering Technology/Technician.
Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Engineering Technology/Technician.
Industrial Technology/Technician.
Manufacturing Engineering Technology/Technician.
Mechanical Engineering/Mechanical Technology/Technician.
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ENGINEERING.
Mechatronics, Robotics, and Automation Engineering.
Pre-Engineering.
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ENGLISH LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE/LETTERS.
Creative Writing.
English Language and Literature, General.
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FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCES/HUMAN SCIENCES.
Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services, Other.
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FOREIGN LANGUAGES, LITERATURES, AND LINGUISTICS.
French Language and Literature.
Spanish Language and Literature.
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HEALTH PROFESSIONS AND RELATED PROGRAMS.
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions, Other.
Athletic Training/Trainer.
Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist.
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science and Allied Professions, Other.
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Technician.
Cytogenetics/Genetics/Clinical Genetics Technology/Technologist.
Family Practice Nurse/Nursing.
Health and Wellness, General.
Health/Medical Preparatory Programs, Other.
Natural Products Chemistry and Pharmacognosy.
Pre-Chiropractic Studies.
Pre-Dentistry Studies.
Pre-Medicine/Pre-Medical Studies.
Pre-Occupational Therapy Studies.
Pre-Optometry Studies.
Pre-Pharmacy Studies.
Pre-Physical Therapy Studies.
Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer.
Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse.
Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist.
Surgical Technology/Technologist.
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HISTORY.
History, General.
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HOMELAND SECURITY, LAW ENFORCEMENT, FIREFIGHTING AND RELATED PROTECTIVE SERVICES.
Corrections.
Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration.
Criminal Justice/Police Science.
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies.
Security and Loss Prevention Services.
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LEGAL PROFESSIONS AND STUDIES.
Legal Assistant/Paralegal.
Pre-Law Studies.
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LIBERAL ARTS AND SCIENCES, GENERAL STUDIES AND HUMANITIES.
General Studies.
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies.
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MATHEMATICS AND STATISTICS.
Mathematics, General.
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MECHANIC AND REPAIR TECHNOLOGIES/TECHNICIANS.
Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician.
Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician.
Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology.
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies, General.
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MILITARY TECHNOLOGIES AND APPLIED SCIENCES.
Cyber/Electronic Operations and Warfare.
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MULTI/INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES.
Intercultural/Multicultural and Diversity Studies.
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NATURAL RESOURCES AND CONSERVATION.
Environmental Science.
Environmental Studies.
Fishing and Fisheries Sciences and Management.
Natural Resource Recreation and Tourism.
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PARKS, RECREATION, LEISURE, AND FITNESS STUDIES.
Health and Physical Education/Fitness, General.
Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies.
Sport and Fitness Administration/Management.
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PERSONAL AND CULINARY SERVICES.
Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist.
Cosmetology, Barber/Styling, and Nail Instructor.
Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General.
Hair Styling/Stylist and Hair Design.
Nail Technician/Specialist and Manicurist.
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PHILOSOPHY AND RELIGIOUS STUDIES.
Philosophy.
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PHYSICAL SCIENCES.
Chemistry, General.
Forensic Chemistry.
Geology/Earth Science, General.
Physics, General.
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PRECISION PRODUCTION.
Computer Numerically Controlled (CNC) Machinist Technology/CNC Machinist.
Welding Technology/Welder.
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PSYCHOLOGY.
Applied Behavior Analysis.
Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology, Other.
Psychology, General.
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PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION AND SOCIAL SERVICE PROFESSIONS.
Public Administration.
Social Work.
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SOCIAL SCIENCES.
Anthropology.
Economics, General.
Geographic Information Science and Cartography.
International Relations and Affairs.
Political Science and Government, General.
Sociology.
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VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS.
Acting.
Art/Art Studies, General.
Arts, Entertainment, and Media Management, Other.
Cinematography and Film/Video Production.
Dance, General.
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General.
Music, General.
Musical Theatre.
Technical Theatre/Theatre Design and Technology.
Degrees
Associate
Bachelor's
Certificate
Doctoral/Professional
Master's
Post-Bachelor's certificate
Post-Master's certificate
Terminal Associate
Transfer Associate
Bachelor's
Certificate
Doctoral/Professional
Master's
Post-Bachelor's certificate
Post-Master's certificate
Terminal Associate
Transfer Associate
Career Services
On-Campus Job Interviews Available
Yes
Career Services
Alumni Network
Alumni Services
Classes
Internships
Opportunities at School
Internship
Notable Faculty
Prominent Alumni
Howard Schultz
Chairman and CEO Starbucks Coffee
Steve Mariucci
NFL Head Coach
Tom Izzo
Head Coach MSU Men's Basketball
Cathy Turner-Bostley
2 time Olympic Gold Medalist short track speed-skate
Skye Patrick
Director Los Angeles County Library
Rob Saleh
NFL Head Coach
Teri List
Independent Director, Board of Directors, Microsoft Corporation. Former Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer at Gap, Inc.
Careers
Graduation Rates
Graduate in 4 years
36%
Graduate in 5 years
53%
Graduate in 6 years
57%
Career Services
On-Campus Job Interviews Available
Yes
Career Services
Alumni Network
Alumni Services
Classes
Internships
Opportunities at School
Internship
ROI & Outcomes
Tuition & Aid
Tuition & Aid
Dates
Application Deadlines
Notification Date
Dec 15
Required Forms
FAFSA
Financial Aid Statistics
Average Freshman Total Need-Based Gift Aid
$5,082
Average Undergraduate Total Need-Based Gift Aid
$5,482
Average Need-Based Loan
$3,749
Undergraduates who have borrowed through any loan program
69%
Average amount of loan debt per graduate
$31,371
Financial aid provided to international students
Yes
Expenses per Academic Year
Tuition (In-State)
$12,408
Tuition (Out-of-State)
$17,904
Required Fees
$896
Average Cost for Books and Supplies
$720
Tuition / Fees Vary by Year of Study
Yes
Board for Commuters
$2,602
Transportation for Commuters
$2,056
On-Campus Room and Board
$12,582
Comprehensive Fee
Available Aid
Financial Aid Methodology
Federal
Scholarships and Grants
Need-Based
Need-Based College/University Scholarship or Grant Aid from Institutional Funds
Need-Based Federal Pell
Need-Based Private Scholarships
Need-Based SEOG
Need-Based State Scholarships
Non-Need-Based
Institutional non-need-based scholarship or grant aid is available
Federal Direct Student Loan Programs
Direct PLUS Loans
Direct Subsidized Stafford Loans
Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loans
Direct Subsidized Stafford Loans
Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loans
Federal Family Education Loan Programs (FFEL)
Federal Perkins Loans
Is Institutional Employment Available (other than Federal Work Study)
Yes
Direct Lender
No
Student Body
Student Body
Overall
Student Body Profile
Total Undergraduate Enrollment
6,584
Foreign Countries Represented
33
Demographics
1.43%
American Indian or Alaskan Native
1.38%
Black
4.55%
Hispanic
86.00%
Caucasian
1.13%
Unknown
1.02%
International
59% female
41% male
24% are out of state
83% are full time
17% are part time
Campus Life
Campus Life
Overview
Campus Life
Undergrads living on campus
47%
Help finding off-campus housing
No
First-Year Students living on campus
85%
Campus Environment
Village
92/99
Housing Options
Apartment Married
Apartment Single
Disabled Student
Dorms Coed
Apartment Single
Disabled Student
Dorms Coed
Dorms Female
Dorms Male
Other
Theme Housing
Dorms Male
Other
Theme Housing
Special Needs Admissions
Program / Service Name
Disability Services
Type of Program
For all students with disabilities
College Entrance Tests Required
No
Interview Required
No
Documentation Required for LD
IEP, 504, Letter from a doctor, psychologist, psychiatrist, therapist, or a diagnostic report.Documentation Required for ADHD
IEP, 504, Letter from a doctor, psychologist, psychiatrist, therapist, or a diagnostic report.Special Need Services Offered
Calculator allowed in exams
Yes
Dictionary allowed in exams
Yes
Computer allowed in exams
Yes
Spellchecker allowed in exams
Yes
Extended test time
Yes
Scribes
Yes
Proctors
Yes
Oral exams
Yes
Notetakers
Yes
Distraction-free environment
Yes
Accommodation for students with ADHD
Yes
Reading machine
Yes
Other assistive technology
Yes
Student Activities
Registered Student Organizations
282
Number of Honor Societies
9
Number of Social Sororities
2
Number of Religious Organizations
17
Sports
Athletic Division
Division II
59% participate in intramural sports
7% participate in intercollegiate sports
Men's Sports (Wildcats)
9 Sports
Basketball
Diving
Football
Golf
Ice Hockey
Skiing Nordic Cross Country
Soccer
Swimming
Wrestling
Diving
Football
Golf
Ice Hockey
Skiing Nordic Cross Country
Soccer
Swimming
Wrestling
Women's Sports (Wildcats)
12 Sports
Basketball
Cross Country
Diving
Golf
Lacrosse
Skiing Nordic Cross Country
Soccer
Swimming
Track Field Indoor
Track Field Outdoor
Volleyball
Wrestling
Cross Country
Diving
Golf
Lacrosse
Skiing Nordic Cross Country
Soccer
Swimming
Track Field Indoor
Track Field Outdoor
Volleyball
Wrestling
Student Services
Sustainability
92/99
AASHE STARS® rating
Gold
School Has Formal Sustainability Committee
Yes
Sustainability-focused degree available
Yes
School employs a sustainability officer
Yes
Public GHG inventory plan
Yes
% food budget spent on local/organic food
35%
Available Transportation Alternatives
Bike Share
Yes
School Adopted A Policy Prohibiting Idling
Yes
School Developed Bicycle Plan
Yes
Data provided by Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education (AASHE), STARS®, as of March, 2024.
Campus Security Report
Campus Security Report
The Jeanne Clery Act requires colleges and universities to disclose their security policies, keep a public crime log, publish an annual crime report and provide timely warnings to students and campus employees about a crime posing an immediate or ongoing threat to students and campus employees.
Please visit The Princeton Review’s page on campus safety for additional resources: http://www.princetonreview.com/safety
The Princeton Review publishes links directly to each school's Campus Security Reports where available. Applicants can also access all school-specific campus safety information using the Campus Safety and Security Data Analysis Cutting Tool provided by the Office of Postsecondary Education of the U.S. Department of Education: https://ope.ed.gov/campussafety/#/
Other Information
Campus-wide Internet Network
Yes
% of Classrooms with Wireless Internet
100
Fee for Network Use
No
Partnerships with Technology Companies
Yes
Personal computer included in tuition for each student
Yes
Discounts Available with Hardware Vendors
Yes
Description
All full-time, on-campus students have the option to use an NMU issued laptop (either ThinkPad or MacBook notebooks) at no cost. Part-time and web-based students can also opt into the laptop program for an additional $385 fee per semester. Upon graduation, students have the option to purchase their NMU issued laptop.
Wellness Program/Clinical Offerings
Institution has a mental health/wellness program that makes counseling, referral, and well-being services available to all students
Yes
Mental Health Website
Education & Training
Types of training available for students and faculty/staff
Program
Availability
Available for all students;
Available for faculty & staff;
Available for faculty & staff;
Available for faculty & staff;
Available for all students;
Available for faculty & staff;
Available for faculty & staff;
Available for faculty & staff;
Not Reported
Other:
Available for all students;
Available for faculty & staff;
Available for faculty & staff;
Other trainings description:
National Association for Behavioral Intervention & Threat Assessment
Engaging the Whole Campus
Institution has a Chief Behavioral Health Officer (and/or Chief Wellness Officer)
Yes
Additional groups:
Anxiety Group, Process Group, Parapro offered at the Counseling Dept.
Please provide details on specific trainings:
Every counselor is a licensed clinician and completes all training necessary to uphold their license.
Peer-to-Peer
Institution has peer-to-peer offerings relating to mental health
No
Residential Life
Institution incorporates mental health and wellness into the residential experience
Yes
A brief description of offerings:
Presentations, educational programming, and staff training
Student Orientation
Students who are provided an opportunity to participate in mental-health-orientation activities
First-year students
Services offered
Incoming transfer students
Services offered
Returning students
Services offered
Entering graduate students
Services offered
Mental Health in the Curriculum
The institution offers for-credit mental health/well-being education for students
No plans for such offerings
The institution offers non-credit mental health/well-being education for students
Yes, optional
Details of non-credit offering:
Counselors visit classrooms as well as residential halls and present on mental health topics.
Off-Campus Offerings
Institution offers referrals to off-campus counseling services
Yes
Health and Counseling Center Accreditation
Institution's counseling center is accredited
No
Accrediting body
Not Reported
Taking and Returning from Medical Leave
Institution has an official support program in place for students returning from mental health leave of absence
No
Counseling Demand
Number of months a year counseling center is open and fully staffed
12 months
