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Shana Kingma, North Central Michigan College’s director of advising and transfer, smiles at a student as they walk down a campus hallway.

How to Start at Community College and Transfer to a Four-Year University

Get expert advice from North Central Michigan College on transferring to a four-year university, saving on tuition, and planning your path to a bachelor's degree. Read more

Michigan needs better trained nurses. Community colleges can help.

Michigan’s 28 community colleges are asking state legislators to trust them to address a critical piece of its healthcare infrastructure: the need for better trained nurses to handle more complex clinical demands.
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Top 10 Dorm Room Essentials Every College Freshman Needs

Packing for your first year at college can be a daunting task. Make sure your list includes these Top 10 essentials and you'll be ready for a stress-free move-in day.
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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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