- North Central Michigan College is an open-door community college based in Petoskey, with additional locations offering classes and services in Cheboygan and Gaylord. North Centrals mission is to provide educational, economic and cultural opportunities for student learning, personal growth and community improvement. North Central is an Achieving the Dream Leader College and a Military-Friendly School.
School Highlights
North Central Michigan College serves 2,154 students (30% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the state community college average of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority American and Black), which is less than the state average of 40%.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Enrollment: 2,154 students
- In-state tuition: $5,940
- Out-state tuition: $7,710
- Acceptance Rate: 80%
- Student:teacher ratio: 22:1
- Minority enrollment: 14%
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
The teacher population of 97 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
North Central Michigan College
(MI) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-High Nontraditional
Baccalaureate/Associate's Colleges: Associate's Dominant
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
97 staff
224 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of North Central Michigan College has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 has increased from 18:1 over five years.
The North Central Michigan College diversity score of 0.26 is less than the state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
2,154 students
3,006 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
19:1
# Full-Time Students
645 students
904 students
# Part-Time Students
1,509 students
2,102 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
215 students
219 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
645 students
965 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
4 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
1,509 students
2,448 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
4 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
120 students
188 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
4%
n/a
% Asian
1%
4%
% Hispanic
1%
7%
% Black
2%
16%
% White
86%
60%
% Hawaiian
n/a
1%
% Two or more races
4%
4%
% Non Resident races
n/a
2%
% Unknown races
2%
6%
Diversity Score
0.26
0.60
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
33%
28%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
20%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$28,600
$30,700
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $5,940 is more than the state average of $5,506. The in-state tuition has declined by 14% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $7,710 is more than the state average of $7,381. The out-state tuition has declined by 11% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$5,940
$5,506
Out-State Tuition Fees
$7,710
$7,381
Tuition Notes
$148.00 per contact hour for Emmet County residents; $250.00 for Other Michigan residents; $320.00 for Out of State.
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
80%
88%
Median Debt for Graduates
$11,500
$11,704
Median Debt for Dropouts
$4,750
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
80%
100%
Sports
Total Sports Offered
1 sport
Sports
Intramural Sports Only
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
7 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Clay Club, College Student Republicians of NCMC, Natiive American Student Organization, Recreational and RPG League, Student Ambassadors, Student Nurses Association, Student Senate
Clay Club, College Student Republicians of NCMC, Natiive American Student Organization, Recreational and RPG League, Student Ambassadors, Student Nurses Association, Student Senate
Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- School Mascot: Thunder The Timberwolf
- In 2003, North Central Michigan College and four universities joined together to form a University Center partnership. This partnership with Central Michigan University, Ferris State University, Lake Superior State University, Michigan State University and Spring Arbor University affords significant benefits and opportunities to North Central students. North Central Michigan College offers a wide range of extra-curricular activities to add to your college experience. Activities include the North Central Michigan College Lecture Series, Luncheon and International lectures, free movie nights, dances, BBQ's, intramural activities and more. The North Central Michigan College campus includes The NCMC library houses over 43,000 volumes, over 70,000 online books and subscribes to over 200 periodicals emphasizing the various academic areas of the institution. The Library maintains 40 computers for patron use. Internet access is available as well as Microsoft Office tools. Computers equipped with audio and video editing software are also available for student and faculty use. Printing and copying is available at a nominal charge. Student and Community Resource Center (SCRC) houses a 71,000 square foot multipurpose gymnasium designed for a variety of recreation and physical education activities. Locker rooms with showers are open to anyone using the facilities. Upstairs, an exercise facility is equipped with weight training and exercise equipment. The Natural Area is located along the south edge of campus. The Natural Area has over 200 acres of trails for hiking and cross-country sking. It is also used for many of the College's lab science courses. The Natural Area has a spring, a stretch of the Bear River, meadows, marshes and forest.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does North Central Michigan College cost?
North Central Michigan College's tuition is approximately $5,940 for In-State students and $7,710 for Out-State students.
What is the acceptance rate of North Central Michigan College?
The acceptance rate of North Central Michigan College is 80%, which is lower than the state average of 100%.
What sports does North Central Michigan College offer?
North Central Michigan College offers 1 interscholastic sports: Intramural Sports Only.
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