Always North
Stunning landscapes. Welcoming communities. Rigorous education. And a safe, affordable campus. When you check out Northern, we guarantee you'll be amazed.
Adventure Anywhere
Whether you're digging into the history of theatre, discovering a new specimen in the lab, or exploring the natural beauty that surrounds Northern's campus, when you look around, you'll see there is adventure everywhere at NMU.
Next Steps for Admitted Students
If you're already admitted to NMU, we've got your step by step checklist right here.
Transfer Students
NMU has a lot of resources available for transfer students including transfer credit resources, a checklist to stay organized and transfer student scholarships.
Schedule Your Visit to NMU
Welcome home, future Wildcat
At NMU there is an adventure in every season. May it be at the beach or on the mountain, in the world's largest wooden dome or learning hands-on skills in the field, Northern truly delivers an incredible experience that isn't limited to a traditional lecture hall.
Our campus visit program is one of the best in the state, with 8/10 attendees rating it as "excellent." So come and see what others have been saying, and experience for yourself what it means to be a student at NMU.
Looking to find out what NMU has to offer?
NMU offers an exceptional educational value to its 7,600 students. Study abroad in over 55 countries, conduct groundbreaking research on cancerous brain tumors, or help make an impact on the lives of those in the community -- all as an undergraduate.
Learn more about life as a Wildcat from our experts -- our current students! Connect with an NMU Student Ambassador and they'll tell you all about life in and out of the classroom at NMU and in Marquette!
Contact Your NMU Admissions Counselor
NMU's Admissions Counselors are really nice, great resources and we are excited to chat with you -- trust us, we love talking about NMU.
Feel free to email, call, text or make an appointment on one of our Calendly links. Contact Info is here.
Not sure you're ready for that level of commitment yet? We get it. Check out the online chat. It's available Monday - Friday from 8:00 a.m. - 5 p.m. You can ask questions and get real answers from a real person. Promise! Tap on the "Chat with an Admissions Counselor" widget in the bottom right of your screen.
NMU is Test-Blind/Test-Free
NMU has permanently adopted a test-blind/test-free admission policy for all future terms. Test scores (ACT/SAT) are not required and will not be considered in admission decisions. Please see NMU's Test Blind Policy FAQ for more information.
Admission requirements differ depending on the status of the applicant (first-year student, transfer, etc.) and the level of academic program. The "apply by student type" page describe the credentials considered, the admission requirements and the application procedures for each applicant status and program level in more detail. Please see the NMU Bulletin for Admissions Policy information.
Academic departments may have additional requirements for admission to specific programs.
Up here, we dig deeper
Whether you want to become an advocate, develop a product, launch your brand or just feel less isolated - we've got you. NMU is a safe place to explore who you are and you will become.
This Way North
While part of what makes NMU unique is our incredible location, we are so much more than a pretty place. From our classrooms that span beyond the traditional lecture hall, to the numerous activities to do both on- and off-campus, we offer something for everyone.
Snap a shot, boop the snoot and pound the paw at the Wildcat statue in the center of campus.
With the friendliest students on earth and 300+ student clubs, you’re sure to find your clowder.
Hip hoppers, Game of Throners, Pulitzer Prize winners… a steady lineup of concerts, speakers, plays and fests keeps our brains abuzz.
Unleash your power of self-expression, and disciplined mastery, in dance and theatre.
Gliding on the lake in a kayak, board or sailboat. Freestyling in fresh powder at Marquette Mountain. Belaying a rockface or icefall at Hogback, getting out there is what we do.
Create a space that’s totally you in your choice of residence halls, with your ideal roommate and well-stocked mini-fridge.
The endless buffet in Northern Lights Dining, sushi or wood-fired pizza from Temaki or the Den, a triple macchiato from Starbucks—your mind is not the only thing we feed.
Make some noise for the hockey Wildcats in a packed Berry Events Center, or cheer on our 21 other awesome teams on the turf, court, mat, track, trails, or eSports monitors!
Whatever you’re into, however you identify, wherever you’re from, we’re here to welcome you and support you (we even love ugly sweaters).