Is Northern Michigan University worth it?
Northern Michigan University is a public, four-year institution in Marquette, Michigan (small town). It awarded 1,714 degrees and certificates in 2024, most often in registered nursing, biology sciences and general studies.
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Median earnings 1 year after
$36,618
Median earnings 4 years after
$52,624
Median earnings 10 years after
$47,107
Average net price
$14,085
Completion rate
52%
Completions (2024)
1,714
Years to pay back
1.1 years
Students (undergrad)
6,556
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | Bachelor's | $68,846 | $77,670 | 149 |
| Biology, General | Bachelor's | $26,818 | $43,698 | 108 |
| Fine and Studio Arts | Bachelor's | $23,786 | $36,228 | 107 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | Bachelor's | $38,518 | $59,390 | 80 |
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research | Bachelor's | $26,266 | $50,300 | 65 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | Bachelor's | $38,848 | $49,202 | 63 |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Undergraduate certificate | $53,242 | $78,273 | 48 |
| Marketing | Bachelor's | $44,377 | $68,157 | 40 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas | Bachelor's | $43,443 | $46,002 | 38 |
| Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Studies | Bachelor's | $28,890 | $40,825 | 37 |
| Accounting and Related Services | Bachelor's | $55,879 | $62,901 | 37 |
| Construction Management | Bachelor's | $75,226 | $91,682 | 37 |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Undergraduate certificate | $33,683 | $52,665 | 35 |
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's | $28,246 | $43,349 | 30 |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions | Bachelor's | $54,336 | $67,522 | 30 |
Source: College Scorecard, June 2026 release, and IPEDS. Earnings cover federally aided students only, so they do not cover every graduate.
Awards conferred, by program
| Program | Award level | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| General Studies | Associate | 98 |
| Biology/Biological Sciences, General | Bachelor's | 98 |
| Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse | Bachelor's | 95 |
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's | 60 |
| Criminal Justice/Safety Studies | Bachelor's | 54 |
| Art/Art Studies, General | Bachelor's | 41 |
| Environmental Studies | Bachelor's | 35 |
| Lineworker | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 35 |
| Natural Products Chemistry and Pharmacognosy | Bachelor's | 32 |
| Elementary Education and Teaching | Bachelor's | 31 |
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Sources: federal figures for Northern Michigan University. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for Michigan. Counts under 10 are not published.
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