Public4-year
Northern Michigan University
Marquette, Michigan · Official Website ↗
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#3236
National
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#84
MI Rank
Overall Score
70%
Accept Rate
53%
Grad Rate (6yr)
6.6K
Students
$12,726
In-State Tuition
N/A
Net Price (low income)
Score Breakdown
46/100
Composite Score
#3236 nationally · #84 in MI
Student Outcomes
30%53/100
Affordability
25%50/100
Selectivity
20%17/100
Academic Profile
15%50/100
Program Breadth
10%72/100
Scores computed from NCES IPEDS 2023–24 data, normalized within 4-year peer group.
About Northern Michigan University
Northern Michigan University is a public four-year university located in Marquette, Michigan. It is ranked #3236 nationally and #84 in Michigan by our composite scoring methodology. Northern Michigan University is a less selective institution, admitting 70% of applicants. It enrolls approximately 6,584 students with a six-year graduation rate of 53%, with costs above the national average.
Admissions & Costs
Acceptance Rate
70%
In-State Tuition
$12,726
Out-of-State Tuition
$18,348
Net Price (0–30K income)
N/A
6-Year Graduation Rate
53%
Total Enrollment
6,584
Strengths & Considerations
Strengths
✓Broad range of program offerings
✓Accredited institution with federal financial aid eligibility
Considerations
!Limited publicly reported outcome data available
Who Is This College For?
1.Students of all academic backgrounds, including those re-entering higher education
2.In-state residents seeking quality education at lower cost
Frequently Asked Questions
Northern Michigan University has an acceptance rate of 70%. The college accepts most applicants and focuses on supporting student success.
Rankings
National Rank#3236
Michigan Rank#84
Rankings based on composite score from NCES IPEDS 2023–24 data. All 4,264 US colleges ranked.
Institution Profile
TypePublic
Level4-year
LocationMarquette, MI
Enrollment6,584 students
Visit Official Website ↗Affordability
In-State Tuition
$12,726/yr
Out-of-State Tuition
$18,348/yr
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All Michigan Colleges →About Our Rankings: Scores are computed from publicly available NCES IPEDS 2023–24 data using a weighted composite of graduation outcomes, affordability, selectivity, and academic profile. Scores are normalized within peer groups (4-year vs 2-year). We do not accept payment for rankings.