Geography
NMC’s Geography Program emphasizes both natural science and social science perspectives. A career in this field involves studying physical and biological environments, human societies and their interactions across space and time. Using maps, fieldwork and geospatial technologies such as GIS, geographers solve real-world problems, both local and global.
If you take an interest in analyzing the processes, spatial patterns and consequences of human-environment interaction, consider enrolling in this program, which includes course work in Physical Geography and Introduction to Geography. Regional courses also are offered that focus on the United States and Canada.
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Course Descriptions
Program Requirements
NMC CODE 726
NMC offers course work in Physical Geography and Introduction to Geography. Regional courses are also offered that focus on the United States and Canada and the World. In addition, a tools course concentrating on Geographic Information Systems (GIS) is offered. Students planning on pursuing a rewarding career in Geography will select courses from those listed here
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Tuition and Fees
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Tuition Rate |
|
|---|---|
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In-District ( Grand Traverse County residents) Tuition |
$122.00 per contact hour |
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In-State ( other Michigan counties) Tuition |
$261.00 per contact hour |
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Out-of-state Tuition |
$340.00 per contact hour |
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International Tuition |
$383.00 per contact hour |
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General Fee for all residencies: Other fee of $33.00 per contact hour is a general fee covering a portion of costs for technology, orientation, placement, career testing, Student Government Association, and other student service activities. |
$33.00 per contact hour |
Cost of Attendance
Costs |
In-District |
In-State |
Out-of-State |
International |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Tuition and Fees |
$5,350 |
$10,076 |
$12,762 |
$14,224 |
|
Books, Course Materials, Supplies and Equipment |
$835 |
$835 |
$835 |
$835 |
|
Living Expenses: On-Campus Housing and Food |
$10,200 |
$10,200 |
$10,200 |
$10,200 |
|
Transportation |
$1,000 |
$1,900 |
$3,000 |
$3,000 |
|
Miscellaneous Personal Expenses |
$500 |
$500 |
$500 |
$500 |
|
Federal Student Loan Fees |
$120 |
$120 |
$120 |
$120 |
|
$18,005 |
$23,631 |
$27,417 |
$28,879 |
Note: For more information on how COA component estimates are calculated, see the bottom of the Tuition and Fees page.
Enrolled students can find their own calculated Cost of Attendance in NMC Self-Service under Financial Aid. Others can use the Net Price Calculator to estimate the total annual cost of attending NMC based on their program and enrollment plans, along with financial aid eligibility.
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What you'll find at NMC
- Transfer courses, associate degrees and professional certificates, and bachelor's degrees in Marine Technology and Maritime Technology
- Access to other bachelor's degrees and advanced degrees through NMC's University Center
- Faculty & staff focused on your success – more than 90% of graduates report accomplishing their goal
- Online learning options
- Reasonable tuition that’s 75 percent less than an average public four-year Michigan school
- Scholarship opportunities – more than $1 million awarded
- Small classes, personal attention – average class size is 20 students
- On-campus housing options – including North Hall, opened in 2017
- An active campus with more than 30 student groups
