Every admissions application will require additional documents, such as transcripts, in order for an admission decision to be made.  We are here to help along the way so if you have questions during the process, please don't hesitate to contact us.

Tip #1:  Official transcripts are those sent directly to NMU by the issuing school, college or agency. They can be mailed (paper copies) or transmitted electronically through a secure transcript service the school may use (such as Parchment, Scoir, National Student Clearinghouse, Naviance and others).  The application does not have a transcript upload feature. Transcripts should not be sent as e-mail attachments as these are not secure and will not be considered official.

Tip #2:  When completing the application for admission, enter the e-mail address you check most frequently. If you are currently in high school it's best not to use a high school e-mail address since schools often prevent some messages from reaching you and also expire upon graduation.

 

A student who will attend NMU after completion of a high school diploma or GED but will not have attended any other college after high school completion. 

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A student who has completed college-level work at any college or university (but not NMU) after high school graduation, and has not completed a baccalaureate degree.

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International students are those who are not U.S. citizens and not U.S. permanent residents (do not hold a "green card"/alien registration card).

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NMU welcomes students participating in dual enrollment or Early/Middle College programs to apply and enroll at NMU. Such students are considered entering first-year students (with credit) if they plan to attend NMU immediately after receiving their high school diploma.  If an associate's degree is earned prior to high school graduation, students may still be considered first year students. Dually enrolled or early/middle college students are considered transfer students if they decide to continue pursuing college work after receiving their high school diploma and prior to attending NMU. See how courses transfer to NMU.

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A student who will be attending college for the first time after completing a high school curriculum through home schooling. This includes students who have taken college courses while still in high school.

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A student who has completed high school or equivalent who plans to take undergraduate courses for personal or professional development, and who is not planning to pursue a diploma, certificate or degree at this time. Those with a baccalaureate degree who do not wish to pursue another degree will take courses as a post-baccalaureate non-degree student (by completing the same application process). Learn more.

A student who is enrolled in high school (not yet graduated) and also enrolled in NMU courses. This is our "Northern Promise" and includes dual enrollment, concurrent enrollment, and the Marquette Alger Technical Middle College.

Learn more about applying as a non-degree high school student

A guest student is one who is regularly enrolled at, and eligible to return to, another college or university but who wishes to earn credit from NMU to transfer to their home institution.

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A re-entry student is a student who has previously taken a course at NMU (after high school graduation), has not been enrolled for one year or longer, has not completed a baccalaureate degree, and who wishes to enroll in a future term at NMU.  If your last enrollment was within the past year, you do not need to re-apply.  Access your MyNMU account for course registration.

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A student who has obtained a baccalaureate degree (at NMU or another institution) who is planning to complete a second undergraduate degree or seek an initial secondary or elementary provisional teaching certificate. Students with earned baccalaureate or higher degrees who are not seeking an undergraduate degree or teaching certificate and want to take undergraduate level courses for personal or professional development or preparation for a graduate program should apply as post-baccalaureate non-degree.

Learn more about applying as a post-baccalaureate student

A student who has obtained a baccalaureate degree who is planning to complete a graduate certificate or graduate degree.  Students with earned baccalaureate or higher degrees who are not seeking a graduate degree, nor an undergraduate degree or teaching certificate/endorsement and want to take graduate level courses should apply as a "Non-Degree Graduate Student."

Learn more about applying as a graduate student

Applicants are those who qualify for VA educational benefits through former or current service in the United States Military.

Learn more about applying as a military member or veteran

Senior/Elder applicants, aged 62 or older, are provided a full tuition scholarship by Northern Michigan University. The scholarship covers tuition only for on-campus courses; it does not provide for books, fees, or tuition for off-campus or web-based courses. 

Undergraduate level courses: To be eligible for this program, the senior/elder should submit an application for admission (no application fee) to the Admissions Office. Students should then register for courses in the Student Service Center, where they will be asked to provide proof of age.

Graduate level courses: To be eligible for this program, the senior/elder must be eligible to take classes in the United States and should submit an Application for Admission (no application fee) to the College of Graduate Studies. Students should then register for courses in the Student Service Center, 2201 C.B. Hedgcock or on-line.

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Online learners are those who will take all of their NMU coursework via the Web. Online learners should determine which type of student they are from the list above and follow the instructions for that category.

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NMU is First Gen Friendly. If your parent(s) or legal guardian(s) have not completed a bachelor’s degree, then you are considered a first-generation college student. On average, about 35% of NMU students are first-generation college students. You will apply based on the appropriate definitions above and you will find services and support readily available.

Learn more about applying as a first-generation student