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.
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Welcome home, future Wildcat
At NMU, you'll find adventure in every season. From Beautiful Walks on Turtle Island to developing hands-on skills in your field, Northern offers learning beyond the classroom.
NMU's Tuition Advantage
If you qualify for the Michigan Achievement Scholarship and a Federal Pell Grant, NMU is committed to providing the remainder of your tuition.
Find Your NMU Admissions Counselor
Email, call, text or make an appointment on our Calendly links. Contact Info is here. Our admissions counselors are excited to chat with you! You can also tap the "Chat with an Admissions Counselor" widget in the bottom right of your screen.
Ready to apply? Start here
Submit the application and send us your transcript. No application fees, essays, test scores or letters of recommendation needed.
Balance. Belonging. Find Your Flow at NMU
Explore who you are and you will become at Northern Michigan University. From our WildPup therapy dogs to the innovative Wildcat Wellbeing program, we are invested in supporting you at every stage of your journey.
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.
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).
With the friendliest students on earth and 300+ student clubs, you’re sure to find your people.
