Welcome Back!
Let's Get Started!
Ready, Hawk Owl?
We're excited to welcome you back and are here to help! Use this checklist to get re-enrolled at NMC:
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Update Your Information to reactivate your student account
- If it has been more than two semesters (not including summer) since you've taken a class here, and in order to keep your information current, we ask that you update your information by completing the online application. It's simple and free!
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Know Your Payment Options & Apply For Funding
- Complete your 2022–23 FAFSA or add NMC (school code 002302) if you already have one
- Check on your eligibility for State of Michigan Aid:
- Create or view your account on the MiSSG Student Portal.
- If a Michigan resident, 25 or over, and have not earned a degree, apply for Michigan Reconnect.
- Login to NMC and apply for NMC scholarships.
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Meet With An Advisor To Make A Plan For Classes
- Make an appointment to meet with an advisor by:
- scheduling an appointment online in MySuccess,
- attending Virtual Drop-in Advising weekdays, January 3–20 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., or
- calling (231) 995-1040 to set up an appointment with an advisor.
- Make an appointment to meet with an advisor by:
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Get Registered For Classes
- Once you have a plan, work with your advisor, a success coach, or on your own to get registered!
- Here are two resources to help you walk through the registration process:
- We can also help you register at one of our Welcome Wednesday Open House events! Sign up here!
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Make Sure You Have Math & English Placement
- Placing into more advanced courses can save you time and money by allowing you to skip over beginner courses.
- Read more about placement and how to see if you need to do placement here.
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Send Us Your AP Scores & College Transcripts
- Official transcripts must be sent directly from the reporting body/college/university to NMC.
- Learn about sending your AP scores here.
- Learn about sending transcripts from other colleges/universities here.
LEARN MORE

Not sure what's next?
Contact the Advising Center for assistance:
- (231) 995-1040
- advising@nmc.edu
- Osterlin Building main level (#3 on the Front Street Campus map)
NMC ID & Password Help
Visit the Help Desk for assistance with your NMC ID and password or other technology issues.
Important Dates
Check the Registration tab on NMC Self-Service for drop/add deadlines for each of your current classes.