About
Contact & Visit
Campus Visits Contact
Contact
Kate Hooper
Senior Assistant Director of Admissions
Senior Assistant 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
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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Admissions
Overview
Applicants: 6,080
Acceptance Rate: 70%
Average HS GPA: 3.40
GPA Breakdown
14%
4.0
18%
3.75 - 3.99
16%
3.50 - 3.74
16%
3.25 - 3.49
13%
3.00 - 3.24
13%
2.50 - 2.99
8%
2.00 - 2.49
2%
1.00 - 1.99
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Academics
Faculty and Class Information
Student/Faculty
18:1
Total Faculty
425
with Terminal Degree
211
215
Men
210
Women
41
Minority
19
International
Most frequent class size
10 - 19
Most frequent lab / sub section size
2 - 9
Graduation Rates
Graduate in 4 years
32%
Graduate in 5 years
51%
Graduate in 6 years
53%
Majors
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AREA, ETHNIC, CULTURAL, GENDER, AND GROUP STUDIES.
American Indian/Native American Studies.
German Studies.
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BIOLOGICAL AND BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES.
Biochemistry.
Biology/Biological Sciences, General.
Biomathematics, Bioinformatics, and Computational Biology, Other.
Ecology.
Microbiology, General.
Neuroscience.
Physiology, General.
Zoology/Animal Biology.
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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/Commerce, General.
Construction Management.
Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies.
Finance and Financial Management Services, Other.
Finance, General.
Hospitality Administration/Management, General.
Management Information Systems, General.
Marketing/Marketing Management, General.
Organizational Leadership.
Small Business Administration/Management.
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COMMUNICATION, JOURNALISM, AND RELATED PROGRAMS.
Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia.
Public Relations/Image Management.
Radio, Television, and Digital Communication.
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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EDUCATION.
Art Teacher Education.
Biology Teacher Education.
Chemistry Teacher Education.
Education/Teaching of Individuals with Emotional Disturbances.
Education/Teaching of Individuals with Mental Retardation.
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.
Science Teacher Education/General Science Teacher Education.
Secondary Education and Teaching.
Social Science Teacher Education.
Social Studies Teacher Education.
Spanish Language Teacher Education.
Special Education and Teaching, General.
Technology Teacher Education/Industrial Arts Teacher Education.
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ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGIES AND ENGINEERING-RELATED FIELDS.
Construction Engineering Technology/Technician.
Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians, Other.
Electrical, Electronic and Communications Engineering Technology/Technician.
Industrial Technology/Technician.
Mechanical Engineering/Mechanical Technology/Technician.
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ENGINEERING.
Mechatronics, Robotics, and Automation Engineering.
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ENGLISH LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE/LETTERS.
Creative Writing.
English Language and Literature, General.
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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.
Athletic Training/Trainer.
Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist.
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science and Allied Professions, Other.
Cytogenetics/Genetics/Clinical Genetics Technology/Technologist.
Health/Medical Preparatory Programs, Other.
Medical Informatics.
Natural Products Chemistry and Pharmacognosy.
Nursing Administration.
Pre-Dentistry Studies.
Pre-Medicine/Pre-Medical Studies.
Pre-Optometry Studies.
Pre-Pharmacy 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.
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.
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies.
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MATHEMATICS AND STATISTICS.
Mathematics, General.
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MILITARY TECHNOLOGIES AND APPLIED SCIENCES.
Cyber/Electronic Operations and Warfare.
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MULTI/INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES.
Behavioral Sciences.
Sustainability Studies.
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NATURAL RESOURCES AND CONSERVATION.
Environmental Science.
Environmental Studies.
Fishing and Fisheries Sciences and Management.
Wildlife, Fish and Wildlands Science and Management.
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PARKS, RECREATION, LEISURE, AND FITNESS STUDIES.
Health and Physical Education/Fitness, General.
Kinesiology and Exercise Science.
Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies.
Sport and Fitness Administration/Management.
Sports Studies.
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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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PSYCHOLOGY.
Experimental Psychology.
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.
Art History, Criticism and Conservation.
Art/Art Studies, General.
Cinematography and Film/Video Production.
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General.
Illustration.
Music, General.
Musical Theatre.
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
32%
Graduate in 5 years
51%
Graduate in 6 years
53%
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
$5,125
Average Undergraduate Total Need-Based Gift Aid
$5,161
Average Need-Based Loan
$3,833
Undergraduates who have borrowed through any loan program
70%
Average amount of loan debt per graduate
$32,014
Financial aid provided to international students
Yes
Expenses per Academic Year
Tuition (In-State)
$11,796
Tuition (Out-of-State)
$17,292
Required Fees
$852
Average Cost for Books and Supplies
$750
Tuition / Fees Vary by Year of Study
Yes
Board for Commuters
$2,487
Transportation for Commuters
$2,240
On-Campus Room and Board
$12,150
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)
Is Institutional Employment Available (other than Federal Work Study)
Yes
Direct Lender
No
Student Body
Student Body
Overall
Student Body Profile
Total Undergraduate Enrollment
6,434
Foreign Countries Represented
28
Demographics
1.44%
American Indian or Alaskan Native
1.67%
Black
4.15%
Hispanic
86.11%
Caucasian
1.03%
Unknown
58% female
42% male
25% are out of state
86% are full time
14% are part time
Campus Life
Campus Life
Overview
Campus Life
Undergrads living on campus
48%
Help finding off-campus housing
Yes
First-Year Students living on campus
83%
Campus Environment
Village
75/99
Housing Options
Apartment Married
Apartment Single
Disabled Student
Apartment Single
Disabled Student
Dorms Coed
Dorms Female
Dorms Male
Theme Housing
Dorms Female
Dorms Male
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
423
Number of Honor Societies
8
Number of Social Sororities
3
Number of Religious Organizations
29
Sports
Athletic Division
Division II
Men's Sports (Wildcats)
10 Sports
Basketball
Diving
Football
Golf
Ice Hockey
Skiing Nordic Cross Country
Soccer
Swimming
Track Field Outdoor
Wrestling
Diving
Football
Golf
Ice Hockey
Skiing Nordic Cross Country
Soccer
Swimming
Track Field Outdoor
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
93/99
AASHE STARS® rating
Silver
School Has Formal Sustainability Committee
Yes
Sustainability-focused degree available
Yes
School employs a sustainability officer
Yes
Available Transportation Alternatives
Bike Share
Yes
Condensed Work Week Option For Employees
Yes
Free Or Reduced Price Transit Passes And/Or Free Campus Shuttle
Yes
Indoor And Secure Bike Storage, Shower Facilities, And Lockers For Bicycle Commuters
Yes
School Adopted A Policy Prohibiting Idling
Yes
School Developed Bicycle Plan
Yes
School Offers A Telecommute Program For Employees
Yes
Data provided by Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education (AASHE), STARS®, as of March, 2022.
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
100 percent of our full-time students receive either ThinkPad or MacBook notebooks as part of their tuition and fees.
