North Central Michigan College
About North Central Michigan College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
North Central Michigan College teaches in Petoskey, on Little Traverse Bay in the north of the state, and keeps dormitories. Nursing and the physical sciences are among its largest programs.
Founded
1958
Location
Petoskey, Michigan
Students
942
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
29.4%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$5,430
Out-of-state: $10,590
Avg Net Price
$10,083
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$36,594
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Every applicant who meets the basic requirements is admitted, so there is no acceptance rate
How to Apply
Test Policy
No test needed
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
29.4% complete their degree within three years
Retention
65.6%
Transfer Out
22%
Teaching Quality
14:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
100%
$/Student
$8.9K
Class Size
Medium
The 29.4% graduation rate is below average, but 65.6% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$5,430
In-State
$10,590
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$10,303
Books & Supplies
$2,500
Total Cost of Attendance
$19,219
After Financial Aid
$10,083
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$9,819
Receive Grants
29.3%
Take Loans
8.1%
The total cost of attendance runs about $19,219/yr, including $10,303 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $10,083.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at North Central Michigan College fund their education.
While in School
29.3%
Get Grants
Free money
8.1%
Take Loans
Must repay
$26,695
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$14,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$148/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $14,000, and less than 0% of graduates default on their loans. Students here leave with very manageable financial obligations.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends North Central Michigan College.
Gender
62.1%
Female
38%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
942
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
42.1%
First-Gen
23 yrs
Avg Age
21.2%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 62% of the student body. 42.1% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Town: Remote
Campus Quick Facts
942
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
No
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
North Central Michigan College fields 4 varsity teams with 63 student athletes, about 7% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division II
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
4
Biggest: Basketball
Student Athletes
63
7% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
41% / 59%
26
Men
37
Women
3
Men's Teams
4
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of North Central Michigan Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$36,594
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$21K
168 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$65K
25 grads
1yr Earnings
Physical Sciences, General
$41K
23 grads
4yr Earnings
Accounting and Related Services
—
7 grads
Criminal Justice and Corrections
$46K
6 grads
4yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
—
5 grads
Median earnings are $37K ten years after enrollment. Choosing a high-demand major can significantly boost your earning potential from here.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.