Non-Michigan Resident Resources

Student's feet in front of Lake Superior

NMU is so far away? We hear that a lot -- so we put together some resources for you to feel more at home here in the U.P.

Ways to Pay In-State Tuition

NMU's Bridge Award is available to all non-Michigan residents with a 2.25+ GPA and it fills the out-of-state tuition gap! nmu.edu/scholarships.

Non-Michigan Resident Alumni Dependent Tuition Program includes in-state tuition rates for non-resident children or grandchildren of alumni. nmu.edu/alumniassociation/alumnilegacy

Veterans or those currently serving in the U.S. Armed Forces and their covered individuals receive resident tuition rates. nmu.edu/residency.

We promise not all come by canoe, but over 20 percent of NMU students do come from outside the State of Michigan.

So how do they get here?

KI Sawyer International Airport is a great option with daily flights into hubs like Detroit and Chicago.

Greyhound Bus arrives in Marquette several times per week.

However, most students opt to drive to Marquette. There is parking available on campus and close to the residence halls.

Transportation Options

I heard you get 30 feet of snow!

Maybe not that much but the average snowfall in Marquette is around 172 inches per year. So let's get you ready!

To be comfortable during a Marquette winter it's recommended to have:

Warm Coat with wind blocking technology. (NMU is located on the South Shores of Lake Superior and it can get windy).
Wool Socks to keep your feet nice and toasty.
Winter Hat with fleece on the inside.
Gloves or mittens
Boots - preferably water proof
Snow Pants (because who doesn't want to play in fresh powder)!

Marquette has a lot of great local stores where you can pick up winter gear while you're here.

Find Local Shops Here

We get it, not everyone is an outdoor enthusiast. That's Okay! Here are a few interesting things to explore inside.

The Wildcat Den is NMU's campus pub, complete with shuffle-puck, darts, foosball, pool table and a gaming corner!
Forest Roberts Theatre hosts 6+ productions a year - $5 for NMU students.
PEIF - NMU's Rec Center has racquetball courts, golf simulator, swimming pool, rock climbing wall, basketball courts, and drop in classes from Zumba to Yoga to Strength Training. Plus, all the cardio and weight training equipment you'll need to stay active. Don't like running on a treadmill -- we've got you covered with the World's Largest Wooden Dome - The Superior Dome.

20%

Out-of-State Population

50

Best Outdoor Colleges

91%

Grads said if they could do NMU again, they would!

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Best Public University in the Midwest

300+

Student Organizations

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Laptop Included in Tuition

"While my parents were worried about me being 20+ hours from home, and I'll admit it took a little bit of adjustment at first, there is such a strong sense of community here that I never felt alone When I left NH for Northern, it just felt like I was coming home -- despite never being here in person. Ever since, I have fallen in love with the U.P., and already cannot wait to come back next semester.”

Lara Renner

Biochemistry Major from Alton, New Hampshire