by our College Data Analytics TeamReview current in-state and out-of-state tuition and fees for North Central Michigan College, plus how they compare to other colleges and a forward projection.
In the latest reported year, in-state undergraduate tuition and fees at North Central Michigan College were $8,490 a year. For out-of-state students the comparable figure was $10,590. The difference reflects the in-state residency discount.
The fees portion of those totals totaled $990 in-state and $990 out-of-state; the remainder is straight tuition.
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $7,500 | $9,600 |
| Fees | $990 | $990 |
| Total | $8,490 | $10,590 |
This tuition and fees total reflects one year of study and exclude room and board.
Keep in mind that a number of students receive financial aid and scholarships that cut the price they ultimately pay. The numbers on this page are sticker price.
What will North Central Michigan College cost per credit hour part time? Head to the Cost Per Credit Hour page to find out.
To see where that lands, here is how North Central Michigan College tuition and fees stack up against other institutions. Each rating is relative to the average for that group of schools.
| Nationwide | In MI | Similar Colleges | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | Inexpensive | Inexpensive | Average |
| In-State Tuition & Fees | Inexpensive | Inexpensive | Average |
Measured against schools nationwide, North Central Michigan College comes in lower than most schools.
Note that financial aid can substantially change the real price, so compare net cost too. Check the North Central Michigan College Financial Aid page for more.
Take a look at how tuition at North Central Michigan College has tracked across the last few reported years.
| Year | In-State Tuition | Out-of-State Tuition |
|---|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $6,132 | $7,952 |
| Two Years Ago | $6,870 | $8,910 |
| One Year Ago | $7,200 | $9,300 |
| Most Recent Year | $7,500 | $9,600 |
Below, the chart plots how tuition at NCMC has tracked over the reported years.
From the prior year, out-of-state tuition rose 3.2%. Holding that rate for one more year would put tuition + fees near $10,931 for the upcoming year.
Most schools raise tuition gradually each year, so plan for the cost in later years to exceed today’s posted rate.
Browse answers to frequently asked questions about college tuition and fees for additional detail.
In-state tuition and fees rose at an average annual pace of 7.14%, putting next year’s in-state cost near $9,095. Out-of-state tuition and fees grew on average by 6.70%, putting next year’s out-of-state cost near $11,299.
If that pace holds, here is what tuition and fees could look like over the next five years:
| Academic Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | Out-of-State Tuition & Fees |
|---|---|---|
| Next Year | $9,095 | $11,299 |
| In 2 Years | $9,744 | $12,055 |
| In 3 Years | $10,439 | $12,862 |
| In 4 Years | $11,184 | $13,723 |
| In 5 Years | $11,982 | $14,642 |
Plan around the full four-year total, not just a single year — four years of out-of-state cost at this pace comes to around $49,939, versus roughly $40,462 for in-state students.
A tuition figure is only part of the conversation — scholarships and aid frequently cut what families actually pay.
For specifics on financial aid at North Central Michigan College, see the North Central Michigan College Financial Aid page.
