Fast Facts

North Central Michigan College

Fast Facts

North Central offers top-quality education in an area of unmatched natural beauty. Whether you seek a degree or certificate, credits that will transfer, or personal enrichment, we are ready to help you take the next step on your path to success. We strive to lead by our mission, vision and values.

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Strengthening Our Community

North Central Michigan College creates a significant positive impact on the regional community.

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$78.9MTotal economic impact in region*

1 out of 66Regional* jobs supported by NCMC and its students

$61.4MNet impact of alumni employed in the region*

Data from fiscal year 2023-24 Economic Impact Study.

* Four-County Region is comprised of Charlevoix, Cheboygan, Emmet and Otsego Counties.

Information at a Glance

Employment:
Full-time faculty and staff = 99
Part-time staff and adjunct faculty = 135

Location(s): Petoskey, MI, with regional centers located in Cheboygan and Gaylord

Enrollment (Winter 2024): 1,722

Total Financial Aid/Scholarship awarded in 2024-2025 (based on IPEDS Survey): $4,978,176

Percentage of degree-seeking students receiving grant and scholarship aid in 2024-25 IPEDS Survey: 79%

First-time, full-time students receiving grant and scholarship aid in 2024-25 IPEDS Survey: 92%

19 transfer associate degrees, 47 occupational associate degrees and certificates and 13 Fast Track programs

Annual budget (2025-26): $21.4 million

Revenue:
Emmet County Property Taxes = 39%
Tuition & Fees = 31%
State Appropriations = 24%
Other = 6%

Tuition per contact hour 2025-26: Emmet County residents: $152.00; Other Michigan residents: $260.00; Out of State: $330.00

University Center partner: Lake Superior State University

Transfer opportunities: 10 Statewide Transfer Pathways degrees via the Michigan Transfer Agreement

Mission, Vision and Values

To provide exceptional, accessible, relevant higher education to the benefit of all.

To become the premier student-centered college, as partners on the learning journey.

Excellence – We hold ourselves to the highest professional standards, exceeding expectations by providing transformative learning experiences and exceptional service.

Integrity - We model ethical and honest behavior, building trust and inspiring confidence. Accountable for our words and actions, we are genuine, transparent and respectful.

Results - On and off campus, we continually deliver on our commitment to improve our institution and its relevance to those we serve through innovation, agility and thoughtful risk-taking.

Stewardship - We commit to the responsible care and growth of the human, environmental, economic and cultural resources entrusted to us.

Compassion - With kindness, caring and dignity, we seek to understand and address the complex and unique needs of others.

Inclusion - We strive to create a welcoming environment that embraces and respects the uniqueness of each individual and celebrates the power of a diverse community.

Strategic Plan

Thrive 2035

North Central Michigan College's Strategic Plan 2020-2035

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Athletics

North Central Michigan College is a member of the National Junior College Athletic Association and the Michigan Community College Athletic Association. Follow our Timberwolf student-athletes at https://www.ncmctimberwolves.com.

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Mascot: Thunder the Timberwolf

Have you heard the howls echoing through campus? That’s not just the wind — it’s Thunder, our fierce but friendly Timberwolf, bringing the North Central spirit wherever the action is. Meet Thunder

Timberwolf mascot

School Colors

Blue and Gold

Accreditation and Designations

To learn more about North Central, call (231) 348-6600 or toll free (888) 298-6600.