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Shana Kingma, North Central Michigan College’s director of advising and transfer, smiles at a student as they walk down a campus hallway.

How to Start at Community College and Transfer to a Four-Year University

Get expert advice from North Central Michigan College on transferring to a four-year university, saving on tuition, and planning your path to a bachelor's degree. Read more

Michigan needs better trained nurses. Community colleges can help.

Michigan’s 28 community colleges are asking state legislators to trust them to address a critical piece of its healthcare infrastructure: the need for better trained nurses to handle more complex clinical demands.
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Top 10 Dorm Room Essentials Every College Freshman Needs

Packing for your first year at college can be a daunting task. Make sure your list includes these Top 10 essentials and you'll be ready for a stress-free move-in day.
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NCMC President David Roland Finley and Ferris State University President Bill Pink smile while holding signed agreements establishing transfer pathways in pharmacy and optometry.

North Central, Ferris State establish pharmacy and optometry transfer pathways

October 20, 2026

North Central and Ferris State leaders signed an agreement establishing transfer pathways to pharmacy and optometry degrees, supporting Northern Michigan's healthcare workforce.

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Aerial view of North Central Michigan College’s Petoskey campus in autumn, with red and orange trees surrounding campus buildings and walkways

International Week events lineup announced for Oct. 26-30

October 13, 2026

Celebrate International Week with a variety of events featuring international food, music, film, and cultural activities. Proceeds from select events will support NCMC students participating in the 2027 Mexico Field Studies program.

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