Whether you have been out of NMU one semester or longer, there are several steps you must take to re-enroll. The following re-entry student checklist can help with the process of re-entering NMU.
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You have taken classes within the last 3-years, and would now like to return to NMU, transferring credits or not.
| What | When | How and Where |
| Fill out an undergraduate application for admission | Up until the first day of class | In the Admissions Office, 2212 C.B. Hedgcock, or online |
| Acceptance letter | After re-entry form has been received | Through the mail |
| NMU User ID and password | After receiving your acceptance letter | To access your NMU User ID go to https://mynmu.nmu.edu |
| Picture ID | Before classes | Inform Wildcat Express, in the Northern Center (formerly The Universtiy Center), that you are a re-entry student. They will call Admissions to verify your admittance. You then will be issued a new picture ID at no expense. |
| Registering for classes | After being accepted | On-line, through your success advisor, or the Student Services Center. Schedule of Classes Offered |
| Who is my adviser | Your adviser is assigned at the start of the semester (approximately one month after classes begin) | If you need assistance before the start of the semester, you should contact your major department and inform them you are re-entering NMU and need assistance. If you are undeclared you may contact the Student Success Department, 3302 C.B. Hedgcock Building, 906-227-2971 |
| Adviser hold | If you have completed fewer than 18 NMU credits, or if you are on academic probation | You will need to meet with your adviser to have the hold lifted prior to registering for classes |
| Mobile Device | Go to: IT web site click on TLC Program and under "Overview" find your scenario | Summer classes: summer rental for mobile devices are distributed through the library and returned at the end of summer and a new one issued. Fall classes: Northern Center distribution. Letters are sent in August with date and time of pick up. Winter classes: Micro-repair |
| Tuition and fees bill | E-mail notification is sent out prior to the start of each semester | Go to mynmu.nmu.edu to view and pay your bill electronically or contact the Student Service Center at: 2201 C.B. Hedgcock, 906-227-1221 NMU Tuition and Fees |
| Applying for financial aid | As soon as you have been re-admitted to NMU | Financial Aid Office. 2107 C.B. Hedgcock, 906-227-2327 FAFSA form on-line |
| Housing on campus | As soon as you have been re-admitted to NMU | Housing and Residence, 124 Quad 1, 906-227-2620 |
| Transferring credits from another institution | Supply official transcripts from each institution you attended even if no credits were earned. | Helpful links: http://www.nmu.edu/transfer |
You completed a diploma, certificate, or associate degree, have spent some time away from NMU, and would now like to return to attempt another degree.
| What | When | How and Where |
| Fill out the admissions application if attendance was longer than 3 years ago | Up until the first day of class | In the Admissions Office, 2212 C.B. Hedgcock, or online: re-entry update form or www.nmu.edu/apply if out of school longer than 3 years |
| Acceptance letter | After re-entry form has been received | Through the mail |
| NMU User ID and password | After Receiving your acceptance letter | To access your NMU User ID go to www.mynmu.nmu.edu |
| Picture ID | Before classes | Inform Wildcat Express, in the Northern Center that you are a re-entry student. They will call Admissions to verify your admittance. You will be issued a new picture ID at no expense. |
| Registering for classes | After being accepted | On-line, through your success advisor, or the Student Services Center. Schedule of Classes Offered |
| Who is my advisor | Your adviser is assigned approximately one month after classes begin. | If you need assistance before the start of the semester you should contact your major department, and inform them you are re-entering NMU and need assistance. If you are undeclared you may contact the Student Success Department, 3302 C.B. Hedgcock Building, 906-227-2971 |
| Mobile Devices | Go to: IT web site click on TLC Program and under "Overview" find your scenario | Summer classes: summer rental for mobile devices are distributed through the library and returned at the end of summer and a new one issued. Fall classes: Northern Center distribution. Letters are sent in August with date and time of pick up. Winter: micro-repair |
| Tuition and fees bill | E-mail notification is sent out prior to the start of each semester | Go to www.mynmu.nmu.edu to view and pay your bill electronically or contact the Student Service Center at: 2201 C.B. Hedgcock, 906-227-1221 NMU Tuition and Fees |
| Applying for financial aid | As soon as you are re-admitted | Financial Aid Office. 2107 C.B. Hedgcock, 906-227-2327 FAFSA form on-line |
| Housing on campus | As soon as you are re-admitted | Housing and Residence, 124 Quad 1, 906-227-2620 |
| Transferring credits from another institution | Supply official transcripts from each institution you attended even if no credits were earned. | Helpful links: http://www.nmu.edu/transfer Advising Info |
You completed a bachelor's degree and would like to continue taking classes (Post-Baccalaureate).
| What | When | How and Where |
| Fill out an Admissions application $30 fee | Up until the first day of class | In the Admissions Office, 2212 C.B. Hedgcock or at www.nmu.edu/apply |
| Acceptance letter | After re-entry form has been received | Through the mail |
| NMU User ID and password | After receiving your acceptance letter | To access your NMU User ID go to www.mynmu.nmu.edu |
| Picture ID | Before classes | Inform Wildcat Express, in the Northern Center, that you are a re-entry student. They will call Admissions to verify your admittance. You then will be issued a new picture ID at no expense. |
| Registering for classes | After being accepted | On-line, through your success advisor, or the Student Services Center. Schedule of Classes Offered |
| Who is my advisor | Your adviser is assigned approximately one month after classes begin | If you need assistance before the start of the semester you should contact your major department, and inform them you are re-entering NMU and need assistance. If you are Undeclared you may contact the Student Success Department, 3302 C.B. Hedgcock Building, 906-227-2971 |
| Adviser hold | If you have completed fewer than 18 NMU credits, or if you are on academic probation | You will need to meet with your adviser to have the hold lifted prior to registering for classes |
| Mobile Devices | Go to: IT Web site click on TLC Program and under "Overview" find your scenario | Summer classes: summer rental for mobile devices are distributed through the library and returned at the end of summer and a new one issued. Fall classes: Northern Center distribution. Letters are sent in August with date and time of pick up. Winter classes: Micro-repair |
| Tuition and fees bill | E-mail notification is sent out prior to the start of each semester | Go to www.mynmu.nmu.edu to view and pay your bill electronically or contact the Student Service Center at: 2201 C.B. Hedgcock, 906-227-1221 NMU Tuition and Fees |
| Applying for financial aid | As soon as you complete your application | Financial Aid Office. 2107 C. B. Hedgcock, 906-227-2327 FAFSA form on-line |
| Housing on campus | As soon as you have been admitted | Housing and Residence, 124 Quad 1, 906-227-2620 |
| Transferring credits from another institution | Supply official transcripts from each institution you attended even if no credits were earn. | Helpful link: http://www.nmu.edu/transfer |
You completed a bachelor's degree and would like to go on to graduate school.
| What | When | How and Where |
| Fill out a graduate application $50 - one time fee for degree seeking. No fee for non-dgree or professional development. | Up until the first day of class | Graduate Studies Office, 401 Cohodas, 906-227-2300 |
| Departmental application | Before acceptance | Public Administration and Criminal Justice |
| Acceptance letter | After application form has been received | Through the mail |
| Transferring credits from another institution | Supply official transcripts from each institution you attended even if no credits were earn. Needed before acceptance | Helpful link: http://www.nmu.edu/transfer |
| Non-degree graduate No transcripts needed | ||
| Choose and investigate your program | Before acceptance | Graduate Studies |
| Make sure of specific program requirements | Before acceptance | Graduate Studies - Click on "Catalog" |
| NMU User ID and password | After receiving your acceptance letter | To access your NMU User ID www.mynmu.nmu.edu |
| Picture ID | Before classes | Inform Wildcat Express, in the Northern Center that you are a re-entry student. They will call Admissions to verify your admittance. You then will be issued a new picture ID at no expense. |
| Registering for classes | After being accepted | Through your MyNMU or the Student Services Center. |
| Who is my advisor | Your adviser is assigned approximately one month after you begin | Through department |
| Mobile Devices (Full time 8 hours included in tuition) | Go to: IT web site click on: TLCProgram | Summer classes: summer rental for mobile devices are distributed through the library and returned at the end of summer and a new one issued. Fall classes: Northern Center distribution. Letters are sent in August with date and time of pick up. Winter classes: Micro-repair |
| Tuition and fees bill | E-mail notification is sent out prior to the start of each semester | Go to www.mynmu.nmu.edu to view and pay your bill electronically or contact the Student Service Center at: 2201 C.B. Hedgcock, 906-227-1221 NMU Tuition and Fees |
| Applying for financial aid | As soon as you complete your application | Financial Aid Office. 2107 C.B. Hedgcock, 906-227-2327 FAFSA form on-line |
| Housing on campus | As soon as you complete your application | Housing and Residence, 124 Quad 1, 906-227-2620 |
You, for academic reasons, have not been allowed to enroll because of grades and would now like to return (academic probation, suspension, dismissal).
| What | When | How and Where |
| Fill out a re-entry update form (no fee required) | Up until the first day of class | In the Admissions Office, 2212 C.B. Hedgcock, or online: re-entry update form |
| Re-entry meeting | After receiving acceptance letter from Admissions Office | Student Success Department 3302 C.B. Hedgcock Building, 906-227-2971 |
| Academic Standards | ||
| Student Guide to Academic Standards - information needed to complete the re-entry process with time lines. | ||
| Acceptance letter | After re-entry form has been received | Through the mail |
| What is your NMU Identification number? (You will need this to access your personal and academic information.) | One is generated after the re-admission | It will be included in your acceptance letter. Questions on identification numbers; Admissions Office |
| NMU User ID and password | Included in your acceptance letter | To access your NMU User ID www.mynmu.nmu.edu |
| Picture ID | Before classes | Wildcat Express, Northern Center Inform them you are a re-entry student, they will call Admissions to verify your admittance. You then will be issued a new picture ID at no expense. |
| Registering for classes | After being accepted | On-line, through your academic department or the Student Services Center. Schedule of classes Offered |
| Who is my adviser | Your adviser is assigned at the start of the semester | If you need assistance before the start of the semester you should contact your major department, and inform them you are re-entering NMU and need assistance. If you are Undeclared you may contact the Student Success Department, 3302 C.B. Hedgcock Building, 906-227-2971 |
| Probation hold | If you are on academic probation | You will need to fill out the "Academic Probation Agreement Form" |
| Advisor hold | If you have fewer than 18 NMU credits | You will need to meet with your advisor to have the hold lifted. |
| Mobile Devices | Go to: IT web site click on TLC Program and under "Overview" find your scenario | Summer classes: summer rental for mobile devices are distributed through the library and returned at the end of summer and a new one issued. Fall classes: Northern Center distribution. Letters are sent in August with date and time of pick up. |
| Tuition and fees bill | E-mail notification is sent out prior to the start of each semester | Go to www.mynmu.nmu.edu to view and pay your bill electronically or contact the Student Service Center at: 2201 C.B. Hedgcock, 906-227-1221 NMU Tuition and Fees |
| Applying for financial aid | As soon as you complete your application | Financial Aid Office. 2107 C.B. Hedgcock, 906-227-2327 FAFSA form on-line |
| Housing on campus | As soon as you have been admitted | Housing and Residence, 124 Quad 1, 906-227-2620 |
| Transferring credits from another institution | Supply official transcripts from each institution you attended even if no credits were earned. | Helpful link: http://www.nmu.edu/transfer |