Northern Michigan University — acceptance rate 70%, tuition $12,726 in-state, $18,348 out-of-stateNorthern Michigan University campus, Marquette, MI. Photo: Kpotes, CC BY-SA 4.0 via Wikimedia Commons.
Outcomes
B
68/100
Affordability
C
50/100
Resources
C+
55/100
Experience
A
86/100
Prestige
C
44/100
Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology
Quick Stats
7,197
Total Enrollment
51%
Graduation Rate
76%
Retention Rate
18.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
70%
Acceptance Rate
$17,937
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Northern Michigan University ▼
6%
of first-year students live off campus and not with family (U.S. Dept. of Education, IPEDS). Upper-year students at most universities move off campus at much higher rates, so near-campus rental demand is typically larger than this figure suggests.
What happens to students who enroll at Northern Michigan University, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.
$47,107
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$37,996
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$21,474
Median debt at graduation
52.1%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
28%
Students receiving Pell grants
Typical debt at graduation equals about 46% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.
Earnings rank: 27th percentile among bachelor’s-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (MI wage index 0.90). This drives the Outcome Rating.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.
Earnings by Major at Northern Michigan University
Median pay of bachelor's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.
For parents & investors
The Northern Michigan University Town Property Report
Avg home value near campus: $347,563
Avg rent near campus: $1,179/mo — vs ~$732/mo campus room rate
Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 49871 (5.6% cap, Palmer)
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🏆 Where Northern Michigan University Ranks
Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~425 students need off-campus housing
💻 Learning Mode
In-Person66%
Hybrid (Some Online)22%
Fully Online12%
📊 Age Distribution
18-24 (Traditional)83%
25-64 (Adult)11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate at Northern Michigan University?
Northern Michigan University has an acceptance rate of 70%.
This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Northern Michigan University?
Tuition at Northern Michigan University is
$12,726 for in-state students
and $18,348 for out-of-state students
.
However, the average net price after financial aid is $17,937.
What is the graduation rate at Northern Michigan University?
The graduation rate at Northern Michigan University is 51%.
This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Northern Michigan University a good school?
Northern Michigan University has a Repit College Score of 60/100 (Grade: C+).
Our rating evaluates five key factors:
Outcomes (B): Graduation and retention rates
Affordability (C): Net cost and financial aid access
Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
Experience (A): Campus life and learning format
Prestige (C): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Northern Michigan University?
Northern Michigan University has a total enrollment of 7,197 students.
Most students (83%) are traditional college-age (18-24).
Is there rental demand near Northern Michigan University?
Yes! Approximately 6% of students at Northern Michigan University live off-campus (not with family).
That's roughly 425 students who need rental housing near campus.
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