Next Steps: These can be done in any order, but a good first step is to set up your MyNMU account.
Activate MyNMU
Activating MyNMU is not a commitment to enroll at Northern but it will give you access to more information and next steps. It's a great place to start.
Orientation
If you're wondering, how do I commit to NMU?
Sign up for orientation. Registration is open now.
Participation is required for new first-year, transfer and non-degree students.
Orientation Registration is $126, with additional fees if you plan to stay on campus this summer.
But the good news is that you can reserve your orientation session now, and choose pay later. You'll have until May 8, 2026 to submit your orientation fees.
Register soon, dates fill up fast.
Plan Your Financials
Northern Michigan University’s Financial Aid Office is dedicated to helping students navigate the financial aid process and advising students of other available financial resources.
Second Step: Watch for your financial aid notice to arrive in the mail (or on your MyNMU account).
Please note: there may be additional documents needed to complete your aid. Please check your MyNMU account or contact NMU's Financial Aid Office directly. 906-227-2327 or fao@nmu.edu.
Third Step: if offered, accept or decline your student loans.
Housing and Residence Life
NMU's Residence Hall Application for the Fall 2026 enrollment term is OPEN. Click on the LiveUP tile in your MyNMU account to get started.
To submit your residence hall application you'll need a $50 application fee and a $200 advanced payment, so $250 total.
The sooner you submit your residence hall application, the more options you'll have during room selection which occurs in May. Tap Here and scroll to the bottom of the page to Step 3 to learn about room selection. Room selection is not available until May.
Once you're set with your housing registration, we've got a few other things to think about as you plan for your move to campus, nmu.edu/support.
NMU's On-Campus Apartment applications are open. See if you qualify to live in an on-campus apartment at nmu.edu/housing/apartmentpolicies and tap on Apartment Eligibility.
Here's who you'll meet along your enrollment journey:
Admissions Counselor
You'll meet your admissions counselor, who will help you apply, enroll, and be with you until your semester starts. Reach out to them to update your program, ask anything, and get help with where to go for what tasks. We're super nice, promise!
Parents/Guardians/Supporters of admitted students can get updates too. Sign up here.
Financial Aid Team
When you file your FAFSA, the financial aid team gets to work on prepping your financials. Financial Aid Counselors are standing by to help go through your financial aid notice or update your record.
The FAFSA form for the Fall 2026 school year will be available on October 1, 2025.
NMU's School Code is 002301
Success Specialists
We provide holistic student support, empowering and guiding students in the development, pursuit, and achievement of their personal, academic, and professional goals. Your Success Specialist will help you schedule classes, go through your degree plan, any transfer credits, and also update your program, if needed.
Housing Office
Housing and Residence Life is dedicated to student learning inside and outside of the classroom by creating unique communities for students to call home in the residence halls and on-campus apartments.
You're going to love it here.
Parking, Career & Student Services
Wow, it's getting real! Visit the Parking Services site to grab your parking pass. Find on-campus jobs via our Handshake job portal. And check out The Hub as your student community campus resource.
Let Us Know How We Can Help
We have found that every student and family has different needs, so the steps listed below may vary for you in timing, order, or importance. No matter what your situation, please know your admissions counselor is here to listen and to help. Please contact your counselor if any questions arise.
If you are earning college credit prior to orientation, remember to request college transcripts and AP or IB exam scores sent to NMU. The earlier we receive these, the more helpful we can be in planning your first semester schedule and academic plan.
Need to change your plans? Let us know.