Proud fact

Over 90% of NMC graduates and transfer students consistently report accomplishing their educational goal and say NMC is a good value for the money.

"Given their popularity among today's college students, America's future economic success may well depend on how we invest in two-year institutions."

CENTER FOR AMERICAN PROGRESS REPORT

February 2009

Facts & Statistics

Founded in 1951, Northwestern Michigan College is a fully accredited community college offering 75 transfer, career degree and certificate programs. NMC has over 650 employees all working to help learners succeed.

Graduates

NMC awarded over 900 degrees or certificates in the 2012-2013 academic year.
In 2011-2012, 83% of NMC’s graduates employed in their field of study live and work in Northwestern Michigan.
93% of graduates employed in their field of study stay in Michigan.

Student Enrollment

In the 10 years from 2003 to 2013, NMC's enrollment grew by 11%.
In 2012-2013, over 6,400 students enrolled in credit classes.
4,727 students enrolled for Fall semester 2013.
More than 70% of students applying to NMC intend to earn a degree.

Student Profile in Fall 2013

Gender:

54% female
46% male

Credit Load:

41% enrolled full-time (12 or more credits)
59% enrolled part-time

Age distribution:

9% are 17 and younger
36% are 18-20
34% are 21-30
15% are 31-45
6% are 46 and over

Ethnic background:

2% American Indian or Alaska Native
1% Asian or Pacific Islander
1% Black or African American
2% Hispanic or Chicano
2% Multi-racial
5% Other/Undeclared
87% White

Financial Aid

In 2012-2013, over $23 million in total aid was awarded to over 3,400 learners, for an average amount of aid per student of almost $7,000.
In 2012-2013, almost $1 million was awarded in scholarships to nearly 800 learners.

Tuition

Northwestern Michigan College ranks below the state median ($96.00) of tuition per contact hour:

$86.30 per contact hour for students living in Grand Traverse County
$170.90 per contact hour for students living in Michigan but outside Grand Traverse County
$218.85 per contact hour for students living out of state & international students

Local Strategic Value

Provide customized on-site training for area companies, employees, or both through the programs of NMC’s Training Services.
Promote continued pursuit of higher education through the Commitment Scholarship directed at first generation students identified in the 8th grade.
NMC’s collaboration with Michigan Works! offers activities to promote successful transitions to college for new and returning adult learners.
At NMC’s University Center, the community has access to education opportunities beyond the Associate level in undergraduate and graduate level degree programs offered by nine university partners.
Continuing education programming for leisure, wellness, personal enrichment, or professional development through NMC Extended Educational Services.
Promote cultural, educational, or personal enrichment for community members through access to WNMC 90.7 FM, NMC’s public radio station; community observation nights for the Rogers Astronomical Observatory and the Dennos Museum Center.