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Northern Michigan University
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Annual Tuition
$13,304
Average Sticker Price
Admission Rate
70.0%
Selectivity Level
Graduation Rate
51.8%
Completion Success
Median Earnings
$47,107
10y Career Outlook
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About Institution
Northern Michigan University is a distinguished Public, 4-Year institution located in Marquette, MI. With a competitive tuition profile of $13,304, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 51.8% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.
Investment Return
Estimated College ROI Analysis
Total 4-Year Cost
$53,216
Based on sticker tuition
Estimated Payback
3.1 yrs
Time to recoup investment
Annual Earnings Boost
+$17,107
vs. $30k HS diploma baseline
10-Year Net Gain
+$117,854
Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost
20-Year Net Gain
+$288,924
Long-term projected return on your education investment
ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at Northern Michigan University is $21,474.
Student Community
Gender Balance
Ethnic Diversity
Security Audit
Incidents
0
Burglary
0
Theft
0
Assault
0
Robbery
0
Rape
0
Arson
0
Murder
0
Financial Outlook
Total Sticker Price
$13,304
Estimated cost before aid.
Net Price By Income
Debt & Financial Aid
Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.
* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.
Quick Overview
Faculty Ratio
N/A
Retention
75.8%
Success
51.8%
In-State Cost
$13,304
Age 25+ Students
14.0%
Carnegie Class
Master's: Medium
Working at 6yr
2,678 students
Security Benchmark
Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)
Violent Offenses
PER 100KProperty Crimes
PER 100KStats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.
Living In Marquette
Off-Campus Market Estimator
Studio
$714
Monthly Average
1 Bedroom
$876
Monthly Average
2 Bedrooms
$1,054
Monthly Average
3 Bedrooms
$
Monthly Average
Data provided by HUD Fair Market Rent (FMR). These estimates assist with financial planning for off-campus housing in the Marquette metropolitan area.