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- School Code: 230100
- Phone: (231) 348-6600
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65.59%FINANCIAL AID RATE
93%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
20:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
38FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$7,306Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
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Music Degree
The music program at Northern Michigan University prepares students to become a performing musician, music educator, composer, theorist, musicologist, or a professional in another musical field. The program focuses on learning to play music as well as music history, theory, and composition. Program courses include: performance, music history and literature, composition, music theory, arts management, and conducting. Get more details below including other Michigan colleges that offer music degrees.
The Music program at NCMC is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music, Commission on Accreditation since 1969.
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Northern Michigan University (NCMC)
1515 Howard St, Petoskey, MI
Northern Michigan University is a public institution located in Marquette, Michigan and provides a large number of program options for students. Northern Michigan University has a yearly student enrollment of approximately nine thousand.
Students can select from a few areas of study, including:
- Health And Clinical Professions
- Visual And Performing Arts
- Security And Protective Services
- Business And Marketing Studies
To be considered for admissions, you may be required to complete an application, provide letters of recommendations, and submit test scores or other school records, which are then reviewed by admissions officials. Most students at NMU scored in a range of 19 - 25 on the ACT exam. Northern Michigan University accepts approximately 70 percent of applicants. Of those admitted, about 39 percent of students enrolled. More information from the admissions office can be found at webb.nmu.edu.
The tuition at NMU varies based on the state of residence of the student. In-state residents pay close to $9,300 per year, while out-of-state residents are charged $14,000 per year. Student housing is available on-campus for students. The yearly cost of housing is around $4,500. Students enrolled at this school may qualify for aid which is usually grants and loans.
The Northern Michigan University "Wildcats" compete in a number of intercollegiate sports through participation in the NCAA. Athletic programs available include:
- Basketball (NCAA Division II)
- Football (NCAA Division II)
- Golf (NCAA Division II)
- Ice Hockey (NCAA Division II)
- Skiing (NCAA Division II)
Students can visit the Northern Michigan University website to see a complete list of programs offered, student services, and more that is available at this school.
Students Enrolled in the Music Program
Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. NCMC offers a bachelor's degree program in music.
Students by Gender (2019)
Graduates | |
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Male | 1 |
Female | 1 |
Students by Race (2019)
Graduates | |
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White | 2 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.
Career Options for Graduates
Students who have completed the Music program at Northern Michigan University, have entered into some of these more popular career paths listed below:Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education
Description
Teach students in one or more subjects, such as English, mathematics, or social studies at the secondary level in public or private schools. May be designated according to subject matter specialty.
Singers
Description
Sing songs on stage, radio, television, or motion pictures.
Career Outlook & Projections (
)
According to the BLS, singers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 3.5% from 2014 to 2024
Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).
Admission Requirements & Details
The admissions information below may provide a better idea of the applicants Northern Michigan University accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and alumni, Northern Michigan University may offer services including:- Distance learning
- Night and weekend classes available
- Remedial instructional courses
- Counseling assistance
- Employing students to lower education costs
- Helping students find work after graduation
Intercollegiate Athletics
NCMC is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NCAA Division II with football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Basketball (Great Lakes Intercollegiate Ath Conf)
- Football (Great Lakes Intercollegiate Ath Conf)
- Golf
- Ice Hockey
- Lacrosse
- Skiing
- Soccer
- Swimming and Diving
- Track and Field, Indoor
- Track and Field, Outdoor
- Track and Field, X-Country
- Volleyball