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

NCMC offers full-tuition Presidential Scholarship for graduating homeschool senior

February 16, 2026

North Central is offering a full-tuition Presidential Scholarship for a graduating homeschool senior in its service area. Applications and supporting materials are due April 8, 2026.

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North Central Michigan College seal featuring an outline of Michigan with a star marking Petoskey, the text 'NCMC Since 1958,' and a circular design on a blue and gold background

North Central releases Fall 2025 Scholars List

February 3, 2026

North Central Michigan College announces its Fall 2025 Scholars List, recognizing 483 students for exceptional academic achievement.

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North Central Michigan College and University of Michigan–Dearborn leaders stand behind a signing table during a partnership event. From left, UM–Dearborn representatives Jonathan Larson, associate director of curriculum, transfer and enrollment initiatives; Danielle DeFauw, chair of the Department of Education; and Ann Lampkin-Williams, dean of the College of Education, Health & Human Services; followed by David Roland Finley, NCMC president; Stephen Strom, NCMC vice president for Academic and Student Affairs; and Michele Andrews, NCMC dean of business, education and adjunct faculty.

NCMC, UM-Dearborn partner to create 2+2 elementary education transfer pathway

January 12, 2026

North Central Michigan College and UM-Dearborn have launched a new 2+2 elementary education partnership allowing students to earn a bachelor’s degree and complete student teaching locally in Northern Michigan.

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

North Central expands Fast Track healthcare scholarships for 2026

December 17, 2025

North Central is expanding Fast Track healthcare scholarships for 2026, offering up to 75% tuition support for short-term training in high-demand health careers.

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A group of North Central Michigan College Practical Nursing graduates wearing blue and gold NCMC stoles participate in the candle-lighting portion of the pinning ceremony. One graduate lights another’s candle while others stand nearby holding their candles.

North Central celebrates Practical Nursing Class of 2025

December 15, 2025

North Central celebrated the graduation and pinning of its Practical Nursing Class of 2025, recognizing 15 new licensed practical nurses preparing to serve communities across Northern Michigan.

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