C
Average
Score: 50/100

North Central Michigan College

2-Year Public
📍 Petoskey, Michigan 49770
ℹ️
Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (D) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 24%
Outcomes
D
42/100
Affordability
B+
75/100
Resources
C+
62/100
Experience
C+
59/100
Prestige
F
18/100

Quick Stats

1,540
Total Enrollment
24%
Graduation Rate
60%
Retention Rate
14.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$10,545
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near North Central Michigan College

56% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 864 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$478,576
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,800
1-Year Change
+8.7%
For parents & investors

The North Central Michigan College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $478,576
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,800/mo — vs ~$489/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 49770 (2.9% cap, Petoskey)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $7,200 $9,300
Room $4,400
Board $5,336
Total Cost (On-Campus) $24,324 $26,424

Financial Aid

91%
Receive Any Aid
56%
Receive Pell Grants
15%
Take Out Loans
$10,545
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$4,600
$30,001 - $48,000$3,965
$48,001 - $75,000$6,105
$75,001 - $110,000$10,663
$110,001+$11,978

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

General Studies 94 grads/yr Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 58 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 25 grads/yr Physical Sciences, General 20 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 17 grads/yr Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping 8 grads/yr Fine/Studio Arts, General 6 grads/yr Computer Graphics 5 grads/yr Medical Insurance Coding Specialist/Coder 4 grads/yr Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics, and Special Effects 4 grads/yr Early Childhood Education and Teaching 4 grads/yr Computer Numerically Controlled (CNC) Machinist Technology/CNC Machinist 3 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration 3 grads/yr Executive Assistant/Executive Secretary 2 grads/yr Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) 2 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Police Science 2 grads/yr Fine and Studio Arts Management 2 grads/yr General Office Occupations and Clerical Services 1 grads/yr Sales, Distribution, and Marketing Operations, General 1 grads/yr Welding Technology/Welder 1 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from North Central Michigan College's top programs commonly pursue.

Postsecondary teachers, all other
$78k/yr 183,400 jobs
Registered nurses
$94k/yr 3,391,000 jobs
Nursing instructors and teachers, postsecondary
$80k/yr 91,600 jobs
Natural sciences managers
$161k/yr 104,300 jobs
Secondary school teachers, except special and career/technical education
$65k/yr 1,094,500 jobs
Chief executives
$206k/yr 309,400 jobs
Compensation and benefits managers
$140k/yr 20,900 jobs
Human resources managers
$140k/yr 221,900 jobs

Student Demographics

1,540
Total Students
63%
Women
54%
Traditional Age (18-24)
56%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 86%
Hispanic 1%
Black 2%
Asian 1%
Two or More 3%

🏠 Living Arrangements

On Campus 19%
Off-Campus (Renters) 56%
With Family 25%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~864 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 35%
Hybrid (Some Online) 47%
Fully Online 18%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 54%
25-64 (Adult) 21%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at North Central Michigan College?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend North Central Michigan College?
Tuition at North Central Michigan College is $7,200 for in-state students and $9,300 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $10,545.
What is the graduation rate at North Central Michigan College?
The graduation rate at North Central Michigan College is 24%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is North Central Michigan College a good school?
North Central Michigan College has a Repit College Score of 50/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (D): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (B+): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (C+): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend North Central Michigan College?
North Central Michigan College has a total enrollment of 1,540 students.
Is there rental demand near North Central Michigan College?
Yes! Approximately 56% of students at North Central Michigan College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 864 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Petoskey area.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology