
Welcome International Students!
Bitaem. Dobrodosli. Benvingut. Velkommen. Tervetuloa. 歡迎光臨. Willkommen. Bienvenue. Aloha. Selamat dating. Benvenuto. 환영합니다. Bem-vindo. Добро пожаловать. Ласкаво просимо.
Each year Northwestern Michigan College (NMC) welcomes numerous international students to its campuses. We are a two-year community college, providing the first two years of an undergraduate bachelor’s degree, as well as a variety of occupational/career programs. Whatever you wish to pursue as your academic program of study or major, you’ll find it here. View our full list of programs here.
Programs for International Students:
- University transfer
- Intensive English + Academic Program of Study
- Degrees & Certificates
- Short-term study for Aviation
Top Reasons to Choose Northwestern Michigan College:
- Rigorous academic courses
- Personal attention and communication from faculty and staff
- Quality education
- Lower cost
- Small classes
- Transfer pathways to top U.S. universities
- Beautiful, safe and friendly campus
- Personal advising
- Advanced technology
Student Population:
NMC enrolls nearly 4,000 students at its four Traverse City campuses each year, including around 35 international students from over 15 different countries around the world.
Benefits of Attending NMC:
- Reception by an NMC official upon your arrival at Cherry Capital Airport (TVC)
- Access to on-campus residence hall housing
- Approval for on-campus employment
- Community and cultural orientation
- Assistance with obtaining visas, optional practical training (OPT), and transfer to four-year colleges and universities
- Liaison to other college support services such as academic tutoring and language support
- Liaison to community groups
Our campus is home to diverse educational programs, excellent teaching staff and outstanding facilities. NMC offers you a high-quality education experience in one of the most beautiful and enjoyable destinations in the world.
Contact Us
Ready to Apply?
Get started with your International Application to NMC straight away!