Northern Michigan University
Marquette, Michigan · Public
Northern Michigan University admitted 85% of 11,399 applicants (Common Data Set 2025-2026). Test scores aren’t considered (test blind). 53% of students graduate within six years.
Your chances at Northern Michigan University
Enter a score to see whether Northern Michigan University is a reach, target or likely school for you.
It doesn’t look at test scores, so this uses the admit rate (85%) alone.
A rough read from the admit rate and test scores only. Grades, courses, essays and activities matter as much or more. To see your whole list at once, use the chances calculator.
Application deadlines
Northern Michigan University’s first-year deadlines for 2026–27 on the Common App:
- Regular decision
- Rolling admission
The application is free.
Deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone. From Common App’s requirements grid, updated September 25, 2026. Check Northern Michigan University’s admissions site before you submit. See every college’s deadlines or early decision vs. early action.
Early decision and early action
Northern Michigan University doesn’t report an early decision or early action round.
What admissions weighs
How Northern Michigan University rates each part of an application, from its Common Data Set.
Very important
- GPA
Important
- –
Considered
- –
Not considered
- Course rigor
- Class rank
- Test scores
- Essay
- Recommendations
- Interview
- Activities
- Talent or ability
- Character
- First generation
- Legacy
- Where you live
- State residency
- Religion
- Volunteering
- Work experience
- Showing interest
High school GPA
First-year students averaged a 3.36 GPA.
Some colleges report weighted GPAs, so compare loosely.
What it costs
Full price with housing is $28,924 in-state and $34,420 out-of-state a year. After grants, students paid $17,937 on average (in-state).
Average price after grants, by family income, for in-state students:
Quick answers
What is Northern Michigan University’s acceptance rate?
Northern Michigan University admitted 85% of applicants: 9,695 of 11,399 (Common Data Set 2025-2026).
When is Northern Michigan University’s application deadline?
Northern Michigan University uses rolling admission for 2026–27 and has no early round on the Common App, so applying early in the fall gives you the best shot at open spots and aid.
How much is Northern Michigan University’s application fee?
The application is free for 2026–27.
Does Northern Michigan University have supplemental essays?
No. Northern Michigan University doesn’t ask for a supplemental essay or the Common App personal essay for 2026–27.
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