Location | Traverse City, Michigan |
Online | nmc.edu |
School Type | Public 2 Year |
Setting | Remote Town |
Size | Small |
Status | Non-profit |
On Campus Housing | Yes |
Level of Study | Undergrad |
Northwestern Michigan College (NMC) is a public community college located in Traverse City, Michigan, situated along the shores of Grand Traverse Bay in the northern Lower Peninsula. The main campus spans 100 acres in a suburban setting, complemented by additional specialized facilities including the Great Lakes Maritime Academy at the Great Lakes Campus and the Rogers Observatory. Established in 1951, NMC has evolved to offer both two-year associate degrees and select bachelor's degree programs through university partnerships, with notable strengths in maritime technology, aviation, nursing, and culinary arts. The college maintains an open admissions policy typical of community colleges and provides on-campus housing options through its East Hall and North Hall residence facilities. The Great Lakes Maritime Academy at NMC is particularly distinctive as one of six maritime academies in the United States authorized to certify merchant marine officers.
Fee | Cost |
---|---|
Books and Supplies | $835 |
Other Fees | $1,202 |
Room and Board | $10,200 |
Other Expenses Budget | $1,620 |
Total One Year Cost | $19,207 |
Fee | Cost |
---|---|
Books and Supplies | $835 |
Other Fees | $1,202 |
Room and Board | $10,200 |
Budget for Other Expenses | $1,620 |
Total One Year Cost | $22,731 |
Subject | Percent of Class |
---|---|
Liberal Arts and Humanities | 50% |
Health Professions | 16% |
Personal and Culinary Services | 6% |
Transportation and Materials Moving | 6% |
Business | 5% |
Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=171483 IPEDS survey data for Northwestern Michigan College.
Current students may use the Northwestern Michigan College GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2025