Fast Facts

North Central Michigan College

Fast Facts

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

Strengthening Our Community

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

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$74.2MTotal economic impact in region*

1 out of 49Regional* jobs supported by NCMC and its students

42,000Alumni employed in the region*

Data from fiscal year 2018-19 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 (Fall 2021): 1,645

Total Financial Aid awarded in 2020-21: $4,477,872

Percentage of degree-seeking students receiving aid in 2020-21: 64%

Total scholarship amount awarded in 2020-21: $494,736

25 associate degrees and 40 certificates available

Annual budget (2020-21): $14.9 million

Revenue:
Emmet County Property Taxes = 38%
Tuition & Fees = 36%
State Appropriations = 25%
Other = 1%

Tuition per contact hour 2022-23: Emmet County residents: $138.00; Other Michigan residents: $229.00; Out of State: $297.00

University Center partners: Central Michigan University, Lake Superior State University, Spring Arbor University

Transfer opportunities via the Michigan Transfer Agreement

Mission, Vision and Values

North Central Michigan College provides exceptional, accessible, relevant higher education of and for the community.

To be the first choice for higher education, by empowering all of us to achieve more than we believe possible.

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.