Three October events for prospective college & transfer students

TRAVERSE CITY — NMC will host Applying to College 101 and College Night, two events for high school students beginning their college search, in the Timothy J. Nelson Innovation Center on the Front Street campus in early October.

Applying to College 101 - Mon., Oct. 6, 6-7:30 p.m. TJNIC room 106-107
Admissions representatives from NMC and co-sponsor Northern Michigan University will guide participants through the college application process, focusing on what to expect and time frames to be aware of. Food is provided. Students should RSVP online for food count at nmc.edu/applying-101

Event takeaways:

  • Understanding application basics: Types of applications, fees, and other requirements like essays and letters of recommendation
  • Understanding application decisions: Early, regular and rolling
  • How transfer agreements and the Michigan Transfer Association can help you
  • What questions to ask a college representative
  • Student panel: Hear students’ personal experiences

College Night - Wed. Oct. 8, 6-7:30 p.m.
After preparing at Applying to College, students can visit more than 35 colleges and universities from across the Midwest as well as military branches at College Night. The event offers northern Michigan high school students a one-stop shop to evaluate their post graduation options. Registration is required. Go to strivescan.com

If students are unable to attend College Night, they can visit the same schools at the Transfer Fair held earlier in the day, from noon-2 in the TJNIC.

Release date: SEPTEMBER 22, 2025

For more information:

Cari Noga
NMC Communications Director
cnoga@nmc.edu
(231) 392-1800 (Call or text)

 

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