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About NMCNorthwestern Michigan College provides a wide variety of learning experiences to more than 50,000 learners each year. Learners come to NMC for academic degrees, personal enrichment, organizational training and cultural activites.

You can feel confident about your choice of NMC for your education. We want you to succeed and are ready to assist you. A good place to start is the Welcome Center, located in the lobby of the Health and Science Building, on main campus, www.nmc.edu/welcome or call (231) 995-1135.

Northwestern Michigan College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.

NMC MissioN Northwestern Michigan College provides lifelong learning oppor- tunities to our communities.

NMC Board of TrusTees Robert T. Brick -Chair William D. Myers -Vice-Chair Douglas S. Bishop -Secretary Susan K. Sheldon -Treasurer K. Ross Childs Cheryl Gore Follette Walter J. Hooper

NMC PresideNT Timothy J. Nelson1

ContentsImportant Dates ................................................................... 2NEW Students / Start Here ............................................... 3 Admissions ....................................................................... 3 Tuition/Fees & Financial Aid ............................................4-5 Placement Testing & Orientation ......................................... 5Current Students / Registration ....................................6-7 Registration/Add/Drop Policy ............................................. 8Online Learning Options ........................................................ 9News at NMC .................................................................10-13General Information ........................................................14-15Policies & Procedures ......................................................... 16University Center ............................................................ 17-18Application for Admission .............................................. 19Campus Maps .................................................................... 22Main Campus Map .................................................back cover

WELCOME

NMC DirectoryMain switchboard ........................................... (231) 995-1000Toll free ............................................................ (800) 748-0566

admissions Tanis, main level, pg 3 ................... (231) 995-1054advising Center Osterlin, main level, pg 10 ...............995-1040automotive Technology Aero Park Campus ...........995-1300aviation Aero Park Campus ......................................995-1220Bookstore West Hall, lower level, pg 10 ....................995-1285Business Beckett, off main lobby .............................. 995-1169Campus security & safety pg 14 ........................... 883-9099Cashier Tanis, main level, with Records .....................995-1085Center for Learning Osterlin ....................................995-2134Class/College Cancellations Daily/Weather .......... 995-1100Communications Scholars Hall, room 214 ............... 995-1175disability support services Osterlin ......................995-1040extended educational services UC Campus ........995-1700fitness Center Rakjovich P.E. ...................................995-1379financial aid Tanis, main level, pg 5 .........................995-1035online Learning options Osterlin, room 134 ...........995-1070General information .................................................995-1000Health occupations Biederman, room 103G ..........995-1235Health services Biederman, main level, pg 11 .........995-1255Housing East Hall, pg 11 ...........................................995-1400Humanities Fine Arts, main level ...............................995-1325Library Osterlin, pg 11 ...............................................995-1060Maritime Great Lakes Campus .................................995-1202open Learning Aero Park Campus, (995-2245) ...... 995-2098Personal Counseling West Hall, lower level ..............995-1118Physical education Rakjovich P.E., top level ............ 995-1198Public Transportation .......................................888-Bus-Riderecords & registration Tanis, main level ................995-1053science/Math Biederman, room 203G .....................995-1260social sciences Scholars Hall ..................................995-1290Technical Aero Park Campus ....................................995-1300Technology Help desk [email protected] ........... 995-3020Tutorial services Osterlin ......................................... 995-1138Veterans Tanis, Records Office, main level ................995-1057Welcome Center Health & Science, lobby, pg 11 ..... 995-1135

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IMPORTANT DATES

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CalendarFALL SEMESTER 2012

Assigned Registration Start Times ........................ at right, pg 6 Tuition Payment Due ..................................................August 7Classes Begin ......................................................... August 25Register/Drop/Refund Information ..........................below, pg 8Labor Day - College Closed ........................................Sept 1-3Faculty Professional Dev. Day ........................................ Oct 23 (No classes day or evening)

Thanksgiving Break ...................After 5 pm Nov 21 thru Nov 25Semester Ends .............................................................Dec 16Grades Available ...........................................................Dec 21Holiday - College Closed ..........................................Dec 24-25Holiday - College Closed ..................12 noon Dec 31 thru Jan 1

Register/Drop/Refund dates Permission to register/add after the session start date is required from Academic Areas. Some areas may not allow registration.The following dates are at www.nmc.edu/class-search when you click on the course’s CRN (Course Reference Number.)

LAST DAY to LAST DAY to LAST DAY Refund Start/End Add or Change Drop Without to Change Drop With 100% Session Dates Audit to Credit Record to Audit Record through

FALL 15 WeeK: AUG 25-DEC 16 AUG 31 SEPT 4 NOV 17 SEPT 5-NOV 17 SEPT 4 SEMESTER 1sT 7.5 WeeK: AUG 25-OCT 19 AUG 30 AUG 30 OCT 5 AUG 31-OCT 5 AUG 30 2012

2Nd 7.5 WeeK: OCT 20-DEC 16 OCT 25 OCT 25 DEC 1 OCT 26-DEC 1 OCT 25

• Aviation Flight Course, Service Learning Internship and Independent Study - Courses may be added until October 25, 2012. Drop dates/refunds are the same as the main 15 week session. • Outdoor Pursuits (P.E.) Courses - Add or Drop Without Record through the day session begins and Drop With Record the second day of the session. Courses will receive a 100% refund up through the day before the session starts.

{ }Current Students: Assigned Registration Start TimesNMC students register on assigned registration start times. The first two days of registration are online only by Earned Hours. To find out your registration time and earned hours, log onto www.nmc.edu/self-service and click “Quick Link to Registration.” See page 6 for more details.

FALL SEMESTER 2012

APRIL 11 / Online only8:00 a.m. ..........Students with 60 or more Earned Hours12:00 noon .......Students with 40 or more Earned Hours

APRIL 12 / Online only8:00 a.m. ..........Students with 25 or more Earned Hours12:00 noon .......Students with 12 or more Earned Hours

APRIL 13 / Online & on-campus8:00 a.m. ..........All students online or on-campus in the Records & Registration Office.

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New Students:3 Steps to Enrollment...

ADMISSIONS (231) 995-1054 New and Transfer StudentsNew and transfer students must be formally admitted to NMC prior to registration. Completing the admissions process includes submitting an application (available online at www.nmc.edu/admissions or at the Admissions Office, Tanis Building), paying the one-time, non-refundable $20 application fee, and submitting official copies of all required transcripts. Applications may also be mailed, delivered to the Admissions Office or faxed to (231) 995-1339. For online applications you must pay by credit card. Students on guest status must check with the Admissions Office before register-ing for classes each semester.

Dual-Enrollment Students NMC provides an opportunity for high school students to dual enroll in NMC courses. Dual enrollment requires students to demonstrate college level skills as determined by either ACT scores or COMPASS placement test scores. Following pre-admission testing, high school students meet with their high school counselor or home school representa-tive to review eligibility, select appropriate courses, and fill out the NMC Dual-Enrollment Application. High schools, depending upon MEAP scores and other considerations, may pay a portion of the tuition costs. Students are advised to see their high school counselors for details.

Dual-Enrollment is on a semester-by-semester basis. A new Dual-Enrollment application must be submitted each semester of attendance at NMC as a high school student. Upon graduation from high school, students must submit a “regu-lar” NMC application and an official high school transcript.

• COMPASS Placement Test information: (231) 995-2134

• Request Dual-Enrollment application: (231) 995-1054 or see your high school counselor.

• ACT test scores: Send to NMC Admissions Office. Call (231) 995-1054 to ensure receipt of scores.

Welcome Center (231) 995-1135Information, directions, materials and campus tours are all available through NMC’s Welcome Center. Located in thelobby of Health and Science.

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NEW STuDENT ENROLLMENT DETAILS

Application for Admission

Submit an application to NMC at www.nmc.edu/admissions

or in the Admissions Office on the main floor of Tanis

Building, main campus. See right for more details and

call (231) 995-1054.

Explore your payment options

For financial assistance and more information, contact Tuition/Fees

at (231) 995-1085 or Financial Aid Office (231) 995-1035. Do

this as early as possible! See page 4 for more details.

Placement Testing & Orientation

Required for new students. Placement testing helps place

you in appropriate level courses. You will receive placement and

orientation information by mail when admitted. Registering for

classes will occur at New Student Orientation. Academic advisors

will assist you in selecting the appropriate courses,

scheduling and registering.

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Fees• application for admission fee ................................ $20 One-time, non-refundable processing fee.

• Class fees Fees are charged for specific courses involving additional materials, laboratory supplies and/or network services provided by instructors. See online schedule (column “Class Fee”). For aviation flight fees, please contact the Aviation Department.

• facilities fee ...........................................$4/contact hour Provides for maintenance and upkeep of campus facilities. (Excludes Grand Traverse County residents as they currently pay the NMC millage.)

• General fee ........................................... $11/contact hour Note: The general fee charge for maritime classes only is based on credit hours, not contact hours.

• Health fee ....................................................$24/semester The fee is paid in Fall and Spring semesters by all students taking 6 or more contact hours.

• Maritime Technology fee ........................ $500/semester This fee is paid in Fall and Spring semesters.

• registration fee (Non-refundable) .............$25/semester

• Technology fee ......................................$8/contact hour (Excludes Maritime, Culinary and Nursing program courses.) How to Pay Online Go to www.nmc.edu/selfservice to make online credit card payments or electronic check from checking/savings. Login with your NMC ID/Password and then “Quick link to Tuition/Fee Payment.” Mail Send check payments to: Northwestern Michigan CollegeAttention: Business Office, 1701 East Front St., Traverse City, MI 49686 In person Checks, cash, credit card payments may be made in person at the Cashier’s Office in the Tanis Building. Checks may also be placed in the drop box outside the Cashier’s Office.

Senior Citizen DiscountAdults 62+ who live or own property in Grand Traverse County are eligible for a discount on courses.

TuITION/FEES & FINANCIAL AID

Residency (231) 995-1049Your tuition rate is determined by your residency during the admissions process. You may be admitted as in-district, out-of-district (other Michigan counties), out-of state or inter-national. Grand Traverse County property owners and their dependents are considered in-district and pay lower tuition because they also pay county property taxes which support NMC. (Exception: Maritime classes are based on credit hours only.) To change your residency you must obtain a petition at www.nmc.edu/records or in the Records Office.

Tuition (231) 995-1085NMC charges general tuition rates for most classes. Some specialized classes are assessed differential tuition rates. Tuition and fees are established by the Board of Trustees and are subject to change. Visit www.nmc.edu/tuition for the most current rates.

Billing/Contact HoursTuition is based on contact hours with the instructor (shown in the column after “credits” in the online schedule). The tuition charge is the contact hours multiplied by your tuition rate. Fees are additional. Note: The tuition charge for Maritime classes only is based on credit hours, not contact hours.

Tuition/Fee Payment Due DatesFinal payment for Fall 2012 is due August 7, 2012.

Students are responsible for the payment of tuition and fees by 5 p.m. on the due date listed above. After the semester final payment date has passed, tuition is due at the time of registration.

Financial Aid Students All tuition and fees in excess of anticipated aid and/or third party authorizations are due by 5 p.m. on the payment due dates above or your enrollment may be cancelled.

Third Party Authorizations (TIP, MET, MI Works, etc.)Third party authorizations are due in the Cashier’s Office July 17, 2012. Payment for tuition/fees not covered by a third party is due on the payment due date. Important Note: Students must always officially drop classes they do not plan on attending or they will be responsible for the cost of tuition/fees and any necessary collection costs.

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Billing & Collection ProceduresNMC’s billing process is electronic. Students can view bal-ances and make payments on NMC’s Self-Service under the billing menu. Periodically students are sent an eBill to their NMC email account as a reminder to go to Self-Service to pay the outstanding balance.

In case of errors or questions about your bill, please contact the Cashier’s Office at (231) 995-1085 as soon as possible. By registering for classes, you agree to financial responsibility for all charges on your student account. If you should decide not to attend, it is your responsibility to drop your classes before refund deadline or you will be held responsible for payment.Collection costs, excluding attorney and litigation costs, of up to 33% may be added to your student account and will become your responsibility. Further, you understand that dropping or non-attendance of classes may affect your financial aid status, causing a reduction of financial aid.

Financial Aid (231) 995-1035 The following information is subject to change at anytime, without notice, due to changes in federal, state or institutional policies.

You may be eligible for financial aid to help with your college costs. Because application procedures may take 6-8 weeks, we urge you to apply as soon as possible.

Recipients must accept their financial aid online via their NMC Self Service account or financial aid will not disburse.

NMC email is the official communication mode of the Finan-cial Aid office. Please check your NMC email and Self Service account often.

Recipients: Financial aid will be paid based on the numberof credits for which you are enrolled on the date aid is final-ized (freeze aid date). Adding courses after that date will not change your financial aid.

After charges are deducted, any financial aid balance will be mailed to your permanent address or sent EFT to your bank account approximately the sixth week of the semester. Required books and supplies may be charged at the NMC Bookstore, provided funds are available from your financial aid award after tuition and fees have been deducted for that respective semester. Bookstore financial aid charges can be made 3 weeks prior to the beginning of any semester up until the day before the census date.

Your attendance is important! Dropping or non-attendance of classes may affect your financial aid status causing an ad-justment to your aid and may also cause you to be placed on financial aid warning or aid suspension. If you totally with-

draw or stop attending all of your classes for a semester, you will be subject to the federal Title IV Return of Funds Policy. The withdrawal process begins when you submit the proper form to the Registration Office or will be calculated from the last date you attend classes.

PLACEMENT TESTING & ORIENTATION

Placement Testing (231) 995-2134Assessment of reading, writing and math skills is required of all new students.

The results of these tests will assist in student placement in a wide array of NMC courses. Applicants who have completed the ACT test with English and reading scores of 19 or higher are not required to take the reading or writing portion of the placement test. Students with ACT scores lower than 18 in math must take the Math COMPASS placement test. ACT math scores of 18 or above may allow students into some math courses without completing the math portion of the COMPASS test. For further information concerning the COMPASS placement test or to schedule a test session, go to www.nmc.edu/careers or call (231) 995-1041.

Orientation (231) 995-1118New students are required to attend an Orientation session to: • Register for classes • Assess your basic academic skills• Meet with an academic advisor or counselor• Acquaint yourself with campus

Attendance at an early Orientation session will provide you the best selection of classes. Once admitted to NMC, you will receive details regarding these sessions.

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CuRRENT STuDENT REGISTRATION

Registration (231) 995-1049 Prior to Registration: All outstanding debts (tuition, library, housing, etc.) or other “holds” must be cleared. Students are responsible for observ-ing prerequisites and restrictions.

Searchable Schedule Go to www.nmc.edu/class-search for an up to date listing of course availability for each semester.

What is a Session?A session is the number of weeks a course meets. For fall and spring the main session is 15 weeks long. There are also shorter sessions offered every semester. Courses may begin on Monday - Sunday in each of these sessions. The drop/ add/refund dates are based on the start date of the session, not the first date of the course. The session start date is noted by each course in the schedule.

Cancelled or Changed ClassesNMC reserves the right to permanently cancel classes or change the schedule when necessary. Students enrolled in cancelled/changed classes may add another class or receive a 100% refund. Go to www.nmc.edu/closings for daily or weather-related class/college cancellations. See page 14 for more information.

REGISTER AT NMC

Students register at assigned start timesNMC students register on assigned registration start times. The first two days of registration are online only by Earned Hours. To find out your registration time and earned hours, log onto www.nmc.edu/self-service and click “Quick Link to Registration.”

FALL SEMESTER 2012

APRIL 11 / Online only 8:00 a.m. .......... Students with 60 or more Earned Hours 12:00 noon ....... Students with 40 or more Earned Hours

APRIL 12 / Online only 8:00 a.m. .......... Students with 25 or more Earned Hours 12:00 noon ....... Students with 12 or more Earned Hours

APRIL 13 / Online & on-campus 8:00 a.m. .......... All students online or on-campus in the Records & Registration Office.

Notes:• Earned Hours include NMC credits, and evaluated transfer credits, but exclude any credits for develop- mental courses or courses with a 0.0, I, W, AU grade. • Visit www.nmc.edu/register to get familiarized with Self-Service login procedures before registration begins. • Advisor or probation holds may be removed by a counselor/advisor before registration begins. Get more information at the Registration Office or Advising Center. • Online registration is 24 hours per day. Register online until the day before the course session begins. • You can register anytime after your designated period. • For in person registration: Current/Readmit students go to the Records Office. New/Transfer students begin in the Admissions Office.

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Prerequisite CheckingAutomated prerequisite checking is activated for various courses. (Example: all math courses.) To register, you will need to have already passed the prerequisite course, be enrolled in the prerequisite course (in-progress), have transferred in the direct equivalent course, or have an appropriate test score on the COMPASS placement test (for English and math courses). If the “in-progress” course is not passed (received a 0.0, W, U, I, FA, AU, IP) at the end of the semester, the student will be dropped from the pre-enrolled course(s).

Repeating a CourseIf you are repeating a course that you have previously taken at NMC, be sure to mark the “Repeat” box with an “R” on your Enrollment Form. When registering or adding on the web, complete your transactions and then contact the Records Office at (231) 995-1049 and let them know about the repeat. The online system does not have an option to indicate repeats. Most courses at NMC may be repeated a maximum of two times. For Financial Aid purposes, classes that are repeated may not be counted in total number of credits taken for the semester if the prior class can be counted toward graduation.

Auditing a CourseStudents may register to attend a class without receiving academic credit or a grade. Check the audit box on the Enrollment Form or do so when registering online. Go to www.nmc.edu/records and select “Important Dates” for the last day to change to an audit for each session. Audited classes are not eligible for Financial Aid.

Late Registration/AddNew Students also see “Admissions” on page 3.

If the course is open and the session it is in has begun, permission to register/add late is required from the Academic Area. Some Academic Areas may not allow late registration.

Online registration/adding will only occur through the day before the session begins. Once the session has begun, you must register in the Records and Registration Office.

See “Registration/Add/Drop,” page 8, for information or go to: www.nmc.edu/records and select “Important Dates” to view dates of sessions.

Students may register until October 25, 2012 for the following courses:

• Aviation Flight Courses• Independent Study and Service Learning Internships

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Registration/Add/Drop PolicyYou can register/add most courses without the instructor’s signature through the day before the session begins. Excep-tions are listed below under “Late Registration/Add.” The number of weeks in a session and their start dates are noted by each course in the listing of classes that follows. Registration for more than 21 credits/semester needs advisor approval.

Drop Policy Courses may be dropped online or in the Records and Reg-istration Office. When dropping your classes you may also mail or fax (231) 995-1956, a signed letter to the Records Office. The date the letter is received is the official date of the withdrawal. Courses may be dropped without record during the add period in each session. The course will not appear on your transcript. From the end of the add period up to approx-imately the last 25% of the session is the drop with record period. You will receive a “W” grade on your transcript. The instructor’s signature is not required to drop a course.

If you officially drop/withdraw after the refund period, you are responsible for full payment of tuition and fees. Courses dropped receive the appropriate refund for the date dropped; courses added are assessed at full rate. Financial aid recipi-ents will be subject to the Federal Return of Funds Policy. Visit www.nmc.edu/financialaid or contact the Financial Aid Office for more information, (231) 995-1035.

Refund Policy Refunds for courses dropped are based on the number of weeks in the session the course is offered. You will receive a 100% refund for any course dropped by the day before the session starts. Sessions that are 1 day to 6.5 weeks will receive no refund once the session has begun. Sessions that are 7-15 weeks will receive a 100% refund until the end of the session add period with no refunds thereafter. The $25 registration fee is non-refundable. If a credit/debit card is used to pay a bill, then financial aid and tuition refunds will be refunded back to the credit/debit card that was used to pay the bill.

Note: You may arrange for direct deposit of your refund. Log-in to your Self-Service account with your NMC ID and password and click on “Student Billing & Refund” menu.

ExceptionsCourses that are an exception to the Add/Drop/Refund Policy include:

• Independent Study• Service Learning• Aviation Flight• Applied Music-Private Lessons • Outdoor Pursuit

For a list of current Add/Drop/Refund dates, go to www.nmc.edu/records and select the appropriate semester.

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Register/Drop/Refund dates Permission to register/add after the session start date is required from Academic Areas. Some areas may not allow registration.The following dates are at www.nmc.edu/class-search when you click on the course’s CRN (Course Reference Number.)

LAST DAY to LAST DAY to LAST DAY Refund Start/End Add or Change Drop Without to Change Drop With 100% Session Dates Audit to Credit Record to Audit Record through

FALL 15 WeeK: AUG 25-DEC 16 AUG 31 SEPT 4 NOV 17 SEPT 5-NOV 17 SEPT 4 SEMESTER 1sT 7.5 WeeK: AUG 25-OCT 19 AUG 30 AUG 30 OCT 5 AUG 31-OCT 5 AUG 30 2012

2Nd 7.5 WeeK: OCT 20-DEC 16 OCT 25 OCT 25 DEC 1 OCT 26-DEC 1 OCT 25

• Aviation Flight Course, Service Learning Internship and Independent Study - Courses may be added until October 25, 2012. Drop dates/refunds are the same as the main 15 week session. • Outdoor Pursuits (P.E.) Courses - Add or Drop Without Record through the day session begins and Drop With Record the second day of the session. Courses will receive a 100% refund up through the day before the session starts.


Online Learning Options

(231) 995-1070www.nmc.edu/online

NMC supports online learning in many ways. We offer courses that are online, either fully or in-part, and many on-campus courses are augmented with online activities. Online learning “classrooms” are accessed at elearning.nmc.edu through NMC’s e-Learning (Moodle) system.

NMC Offers Complete Programs Online: deGree ProGraMs

• Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) -Intended for full- time ADN students. Lab and clinical courses require on-site attendance • Business Administration AAS (Associate in Applied Science Degree)• Criminal Justice ASA (Associate in Science and Arts) • ASA (Associate in Science and Arts Degree) - Depend- ing upon the transfer college requirements, many or all required courses can be taken online• AGS (Associate in General Studies)

CerTifiCaTe ProGraMs

• Computer Studies - Office Applications Specialist• General Studies Certificate• Science and Arts Certificate

Need help?Visit www.nmc.edu/online for details on any online degree or certificate program, or contact an NMC counselor or program adviser.

Can’t find a program or course at NMC?Visit the Michigan Community College AssociationVirtual Learning Collaborative at vcampus.mccvlc.org

Take Moodle mobile!You can open Moodle sites in your mobile web browser, or download one of the following native apps for your specific device:

Mobile Apps

• MoodleTouch (aka mTouch) for iOS, created by Ali OzGur• mPage for iOS and Android (work in progress), created by Mass Media HK• Mbot for Android, created by Code Guild• The official Mobile app for iPhone, created by Moodle HQ• Droodle, an Android client for the Moodle 2.1 platform

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New for fall:Class listings online only Step 1:

Before april 11, view classes in the searchable schedule.

• www.nmc.edu/class-search • Select “Fall 2012” and click submitq

tstarting april 11, register, add or drop classes by logging into self-service.

• www.nmc.edu/self-service • Select “Quick link to registration” • Choose a semester

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Your one-stop online shop for all the links you’ll use most at NMC. From www.nmc.edu/myNMC you can:

• Log in to your NMC e-mail, the source of official college communications• Log in to your NMC self-service account to register for classes, pay tuition, check grades and other important stuff• Log in to Moodle, NMC’s online course management system• Read student news• Check for class cancellations• Search for classes• Get information on transferring, financial aid and more• Access the help desk• View the student activities calendar• Find student groups to join

Summer registrationuGet more than just a tan this summer...There’s still time to register for Summer Semester classes. Main session begins May 12.

New degree:Engineering Technology

uNMC will offer a new degree in Engineering Technology this fall, preparing students for well-paying technical careers in four sub-specialty fields.

The two-year associate degree program will offer all students a broad base of science, technology, engineering and mathematics courses. Students would also choose one of four area of specialization: environmental testing technology, photonics (laser) technology, marine technology or electronics engineering technology.

According to the U.S. Department of Labor, environmental testing offers the greatest job growth, projected at 30 percent by 2018. Photonics is projected to grow by 10 percent, and the other fields 5 percent each. Median salaries in Michigan and the U.S. are above $57,000. More info: www.nmc.edu/technical



qPersonal CounselingStressed out by college or life in general? Talking to someone might help. Licensed professional counselors provide confidential short-term counseling as well as referral services to assist students with resolution of issues and crises that may impact academic performance or personal well-being.

Contact us: Student Life office, West Hall (231) 995-1118

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The annual NMC Barbecue remains a popular “picnic under the pines” since 1956, featuring many displays and activities for all ages. The barbecue menu includes:

• Buffalo steakette or hot dog• Potato salad• Cole slaw• Baked beans• Carrot & celery sticks• Ice cream• Beverage

Tickets:$6 in advance (save $2)

• General tickets • Tickets for your business • To support your local school or special NMC projects

Buy at www.nmc.edu/bbqor call for more information, (231) 995-1020.

Save the date: Sunday, May 20

Let’s all do the Barbecue!Here are just a few of the features to look forward to on May 20:

• Fifth Barbecue raffle for a full-tuition prize to NMC!• Free admission to the Dennos Museum Center• Live entertainment• Orchid Society display• Children’s games & activities• Student pottery sale• Cake walk• Cotton candy & popcorn• Classroom & lab displays• Greenhouse plant sale• Chip, the faux buffalo• See the Sun through a telescope

Need help? Find it here.qThe Advising CenterLooking for academic or career direction? Look no further than the Advising Center in the Osterlin Building. Advisors are available to help with:

• Academic advising: Be sure you take the right course at the right time to stay on track with your program.• Career advising: Career exploration to resume-writing, interview preparation, a variety of services are available.• Transfer advising: Planning to complete your degree at another institution? Make a smooth transfer.

Contact us: www.nmc.edu/advising or (231) 995-1040


The more you learn, the more you earn.• High school gradutes will earn $1.3 million in a lifetime • An associate’s degree holder will earn $1.7 million • Transfer from NMC and go on to earn a bachelor’s degree and you’ll earn $2.3 million

Community college students who transfer to a four-year school will, on average, post a higher GPA at that school than their university classmates who started there

Almost half of all enrolled college students (8 million) are attending community colleges. Community colleges aren’t just a viable form of education; they’re a vital form of education.

Since 1985, more than half of all community college graduates are women. They are also the fastest growing segment of the workforce. Coincidence?

The average age of an NMC student is twenty-eight. Community colleges are a fi t for students of any age.

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Plan ahead to graduate Students completing their degree or certifi cate at the end of the fall semester should submit an Application for a Degree or Certifi cate during the current spring or summer 2012 semester.

Applications are available at www.nmc.edu/records (click Graduation) or in the Records and Registration Offi ce.

Applying for a degree ensures you will know what you need to complete your fi nal semester. After your application is submitted, an audit will be completed and the results emailed to your NMC email account. Be sure to look for it there!

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... reasons to complete your degree at NMC:your degree at NMC

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The more you learn, the more you earn.• High school gradutes will earn $1.3 million in a lifetime • An associate’s degree holder will earn $1.7 million • Transfer from NMC and go on to earn a bachelor’s degree and you’ll earn $2.3 million

Community college students who transfer to a four-year school will, on average, post a higher GPA at that school than their university classmates who started there

Almost half of all enrolled college students (8 million) are attending community colleges. Community colleges aren’t just a viable form of education; they’re a vital form of education.

Since 1985, more than half of all community college graduates are women. They are also the fastest growing segment of the workforce. Coincidence?

The average age of an NMC student is twenty-eight. Community colleges are a fit for students of any age.

GENERAL INFORMATION

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Advising Center (231) 995-1040Located in Osterlin, main floor

NMC’s Advising Center provides services to all students including:

• Academic advising• Career decision making and assessment• Transfer information and advising• Help with job search skills, resumé writing, interviewing techniques

Jobs are listed at www.nmc.edu/careers and in the office.

Bookstore (231) 995-1285 www.nmc.edu/bookstoreLocated in West Hall, lower floor

Open Monday - Thursday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Fridays 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. except where noted below:Aug. 20-23...………………………...…8:30 a.m.-6 p.m.Aug. 24 (Fri.)……………………..........8:30 a.m.-5 p.m.Aug. 25 (Sat.)...…………….….…….....9:00 a.m.-3 p.m.Aug. 27-30………………….......……...7:00 a.m.-6 p.m.Aug. 31……………………………..…..8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. CHeCK-CasHiNG PoLiCyAccepted when you provide one of the following: driver’s license, state ID, current semester NMC student ID card.

BooKsTore refuNd PoLiCyRefunds will be given through the second week of the semes-ter only. Refund restrictions apply to shorter session classes. You must provide the original bookstore receipt. You are entitled to a full refund if your merchandise is in the same condition as purchased, if it is during the official refund period, and: • Your class is cancelled or • You officially drop your class, or• You officially withdraw from college.

A 10% restocking fee (subject to change) will be charged for books returned for any other reason than listed above.

Class/College Cancellations(231) 995-1100NMC’s 24-hour telephone information service announces class cancellations for the day and weather-related college closings. You may also check campus monitors or online at www.nmc.edu/closings for information.

The decision to close the college is communicated to 15 local radio and television stations by 6 a.m. Evening class cancellations are announced by 3 p.m.

Computing Services All computer services for students at NMC are subject to an Acceptable Use Policy. Go to www.nmc.edu/policies and view policy (D-506-06).

NMC id aNd PassWordAn NMC ID and password are created upon admission and mailed to the student. Visit www.nmc.edu/help-desk or call Technology Help Desk (231) 995-3020 for more information.

eMaiLUpon admission, students will be assigned an e-mail account from NMC that will be the source of most official college communications. Visit www.nmc.edu/help-desk for more information. View your NMC email account often.

NMC seLf-serViCe NMC Self-Service allows students to register/add/drop courses, view grades and transcripts, pay for classes, accept financial aid, and more online. Visit www.nmc.edu/selfservice for more information.

NMC eLearNiNG (MoodLe)Many courses, whether online or not, have an online course presence, go to http://elearning.nmc.edu to view. Visit www.nmc.edu/online for more information about online and other flexible learning options.

oN-CaMPus CoMPuTer aCCessStudents can access on-campus computers in the following locations: Beckett Building, room 204; Center for Learning, Osterlin Building; Library Research Area, Osterlin Build-ing; Parsons-Stulen Building, room 206; and Zonta Library, University Center.

LiBrary researCH daTaBases The library databases are a large variety of popular magazines and scholarly journals (current and back issues) the library subscribes to and makes available (at no cost) to students, faculty and staff online. Visit www.nmc.edu/library for more information.

Grades At the end of the semester, all grades will be available online through Self-Service. (They will not be mailed.) Grades may be entered by instructors after the session that the course is in has ended. Grade alerts may also be viewed here. To view your grades, go to: www.nmc.edu/selfservice, login in with NMC ID and password and go to the Student Records menu.

... reasons to complete your degree at NMC:


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Graduation (231) 995-1048An application for graduation must be submitted to the Record/Registration Office to receive a degree/certificate. Submit your application 6 weeks prior to the semester of graduation. This allows time for an audit to be completed and for you to adjust your schedule if needed. It is your responsibility to monitor progress in meeting degree require-ments. If you need assistance, consult with your faculty advisor or a counselor. To participate in commencement, late applications will be accepted until March 23, 2013.

Commencement Ceremony: May 4, 2013 Students graduating at the end of Fall 2011, Spring or Summer 2012 are encouraged to participate. If you wish to have your name published in the commencement program, submit your application for graduation by March 23, 2013. Contact the Bookstore the first week in February to order your cap and gown.

Health Services (231) 995-1255 Biederman, Room 106Health services hours are Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.- 4 p.m. during fall and spring semester (closed summer semester). The clinic is staffed by a nurse practitioner, registered nurse and medical assistant. Physician services are available by ap-pointment. Services include counseling, gynecological exams, health education, routine lab tests, student insurance infor-mation and application, treatment of illness and injury.

Housing (231) 995-1400NMC has a residence hall that offers an opportunity to live in a supportive community environment. NMC requires first-year students from outside the five-county service area, under the age of 20 and not living with their parent or legal guard-ian, to live on campus. NMC also has a family apartment complex. Visit www.nmc.edu/housing for more information about the residence hall, apartments, and current costs.

Library (231) 995-1060 Fall Semester 2012Monday-Thursday ........................................... 8 a.m.-9 p.m.Friday .............................................................. 8 a.m.-5 p.m.Saturday .......................................................12 noon-4 p.m.Sunday ....................................................................3-8 p.m.Extended Weekend Hours:Saturday: December 1 & 8 ..........................12 noon-6 p.m.Sunday: December 2 & 9 ...............................3 p.m.-6 p.m.

Parking (231) 995-1135All lots (except Pine Lot and the gated portion of Aspen Lot, near the museum) are open weekdays, 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. (Fall and Spring Semesters) to vehicles with a valid NMC parking permit. Metered spaces in most lots are available for general public. No permit is required after 6 p.m., weekends or sum-mer semester. Student, temporary guest and emergency per-mits are available at the Welcome Center (Health & Science), Registration/Cashier, Admissions Office (Tanis), Career Employment Services (Osterlin Library), Housing Office (East Hall), and Upward Bound (West Hall). For additional or replacement permits, present your valid driver’s license and current vehicle registration at the Registration/Cashier’s Office. Parking is enforced by the City of Traverse City.

Personal Counseling (231) 995-1118 Located in the Student Life Office (lower level, West Hall), NMC counselors provide services and referrals to all students, including:

• Family and relationship issues • Substance abuse• Depression • Crisis intervention• Stress and anger management

Student Life (231) 995-1118Meet new friends and learn something new through the many diverse student groups and activities sponsored by the Student Life office. Visit www.nmc.edu/student-services to see the many ways Student Life can enhance your NMC experience.

Welcome Center (231) 995-1135Information, directions, materials and campus tours are all available through NMC’s Welcome Center. Located in thelobby of Health and Science.


POLICIES & PROCEDuRES

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Academic PoliciesAvailable at www.nmc.edu/policies

Non-Discrimination PolicyNorthwestern Michigan College does not discriminate in admission, campus activities, education, employment, housing, public accommodation, or private service on the basis of age, color, disability, handicap, height, marital status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, veteran’s status, or weight. No act of retaliation shall occur to any person making a charge, filing a complaint, testifying or participating in any discrimination investigation or proceeding. Direct inquiries regarding compliance to: Dean for Enrollment Management and Student Services, Tanis Building, (231) 995-1039.

Sexual Harassment PolicyIt is the policy of Northwestern Michigan College, consistent with its efforts to foster an environment of respect for the dignity and worth of all members of the College community, that sexual harassment of students and employees at NMC is unacceptable and impermissible conduct will not be tolerated. Direct grievances to: Dean for Enrollment Management and Student Services, Tanis Building, (231) 995-1039.

Student Rights & ResponsibilitiesNorthwestern Michigan College recognizes the student’s right, as an adult member of society, to respect, consideration and to the constitutionally guaranteed freedoms of speech, assembly and association. The College further recognizes the student’s right within the institution to the freedom of inquiry, and to the reasonable use of services and facilities of the College which are intended for his/her education. This information is available online at www.nmc.edu/policies, in the NMC Catalog (Admissions Office), NMC Student Rights and Responsibilities Book (Admissions Office), Residence Hall/Apt. Handbook (Housing Office), and the GLMA Rules and Regulations Governing Cadet Discipline (Maritime Academy). Direct inquiries regarding due process to: Dean for Enrollment Management and Student Services, Tanis Building, (231) 995-1039.

Family Educational Rights & Privacy ActNorthwestern Michigan College maintains appropriate stu-dent records in an accurate, secure and confidential manner. NMC complies with the “Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act.” Most information may not be released on a student to an outside party without the student’s written

consent. Release of Information Forms are available in the Records and Registration Office. Direct inquiries to: Regis-trar, Records Office, Tanis Building, (231) 995-1058.

Drug Free EnvironmentNorthwestern Michigan College strives to provide a drug- free workplace and learning environment for students, faculty and staff. NMC intends to comply with the provisions of the Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act of 1989.

Campus Safety ReportA. Report Procedures: To report criminal actions, emergencies, or suspicious situations, call:

Emergencies..............................................................911 Campus Security ............................... (231) 883-9099

Emergency outdoor phones are identified by a blue light and can be used to make on-campus calls. For emergency calls; press red button, state your location and situation.

B. Access to Campus Facilities: All campus buildings are open from 7 a.m. to 11 p.m., Monday through Thursday, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Friday unless there is a need beyond this time, and at various times on weekends. Residence halls are open from 7 a.m. to 12 midnight every day. Residents have keys and guests are required to register with the residence hall staff after midnight. All guests must be escorted by the resident they are visiting.

C. Authority of Institutional Security Personnel: NMC Campus Security have the authority to confront the individuals related to an incident, require identification, and contact the Traverse City Police Department. During the academic year, security personnel are on campus 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Summer hours vary. Officers keep a daily record of activities and all incidents are promptly reported to the Campus Security Coordinator.

D. Information Programs: Security information avail-ability: NMC’s campus community may access security and crime prevention information at www.nmc.edu/security. This site includes the annual campus security and safety report and annual safety report. Click on “reports” and then “campus safety and security report.” A link to this report will also be e-mailed to students. Paper copies are available upon request.

The Michigan State Police provide a list of registered sex offenders at www.michigan.gov/msp, select “Michigan Sex Offender Registry.”

Crime Occurrence StatisticsAvailable at www.nmc.edu/safety


uNIVERSITY CENTER PROGRAMS

NMC’s nine four-year university partners, at the University Center, offer more than 50 degree programs in a wide variety of disciplines (listed here). The UC campus is headquartered on the Boardman Lake in Traverse City, providing programming at conveniently scheduled times to accommodate working students. UC graduates receive their degree from the university in which they enroll, and pay the tuition costs of that institution. Contact the UC to learn more.

■ Central Michigan universityContact: Judith Nemitz2200 Dendrinos Dr., Suite 101 (231) 995-1756, (231) 995-1758 [email protected]

Bachelor’s Programs • Elementary Education

Master’s Programs• Administration, with concentrations in: - General - Human Resources - Leadership - Public• Humanities • Reading and Literacy (K-12)• School Principalship

doctoral Program• Doctor of Education (EdD)

Certificate & endorsements• Recertification/Endorsement - Early Childhood (ZS) - Elementary Education Endorsement (K-6) - Reading (BT) - Reading Specialist (BR)• Driver’s Education• Specialist in Education (EdS)

■ Davenport universityContact: Katherine Baxter2200 Dendrinos Dr., Suite 104 (231) 995-1740 or (800) 894-0883 (231) 995-1743 [email protected]

Bachelor’s Programs • Business Administration (BBA) - Applied Business - Business Prof. Studies - Human Resource Management - Management - Marketing

Master’s Program • Strategic Management (MBA)

■ Eastern Michigan universityContact: Jacqui Frensley2200 Dendrinos Dr., Suite 98 (231) 995-1750 or (877) 368-8289 (231) 995-1751 fax [email protected]

Graduate Certificate Program • Historic Preservation

■ Ferris State universityContact: Debbra Curtiss2200 Dendrinos Dr., Suite 100(231) 995-1734 or (866) 857-1954 (231) 995-1736 fax [email protected]

Bachelor’s Programs• Accountancy• Business Administration - Aviation - Management - Maritime - Professional Track• Computer Information Systems• Computer Information Technology• Hotel Management• Information Security and Intelligence• Nursing • Secondary Teacher Education• Social Work

Post-Bachelor’s Programs• 18-Hour Planned Programs • Endorsement: Secondary• Endorsement: Special Education• Post-B.A. Teacher Certification, Secondary

Master’s Programs• Career & Technical Education• Education-Curriculum and Instruction - Educational Leadership - Special Education, LD - Subject Area

Certificate Programs• Homeland Security: Digital Security and Forensics• Human Resource Management• International Business• Marketing

Start here. Stay here.Complete your degree without leaving northern Michigan!


2200 Dendrinos DriveTraverse City, MI 49684(888) NMC-UCTC (662-8282)(231) 995-1777 www.nmc.edu/uc

■ Grand Valley State universityContact: Sue Wierzbicki2200 Dendrinos Dr., Suite 102(231) 995-1785 or (888) 922-1785 (231) 995-1786 fax [email protected]

Bachelor’s Programs• Language Arts/Elementary Education• Liberal Studies• Secondary Education• Social Studies/Elementary Education

Master’s Programs • Education - Elementary Education - Instruction & Curriculum - Early Childhood (ZS) - Special Education (CI)• Occupational Therapy (Online)• Social Work

Certificates, endorsements & Planned Programs • Early Childhood (ZS)• Elementary Education• Environmental Studies (Minor)• 18-Hour Planned Programs • Special Education: Cognitively Impaired (CI)• Post-Baccalaureate Teacher Certification, Elementary• Post-Baccalaureate Teacher Certification, Secondary

■ Lawrence Technological universityContact: Maria Elshaw2200 Dendrinos Dr., Suite 99 (231) 995-1725 or (877) LTU-8866 (231) 995-1723 [email protected]

Master’s Program• Business Administration (MBA)

Graduate Certificate• Nonprofit Management and Leadership

■ Michigan State universityContact: L. Andrew Norman2200 Dendrinos Dr., Suite 203(231) 995-1719 (231) 995-2183 [email protected]

Program / Certificate• Applied Plant Science (NMC AAS/ ASA Degree and MSU Certificate) - Commercial Horticulture Operations - Commercial Turfgrass Operations - Landscape Horticulture - Viticulture ■ Spring Arbor universityContact: Jill Niemi2200 Dendrinos Dr., Suite 200 (231) 995-1761 or (800) 968-0011 (231) 995-1763 fax [email protected]

Bachelor’s Programs• Family Life Education• Organizational Management• Nursing

Master’s Program• Management

■ Western Michigan universityContact: Kim Stevens2200 Dendrinos Dr., Suite 201(231) 995-1846, (231) 995-1789 [email protected]

Master’s Program • Counselor Education (Clinical Mental Health & School)

Graduate Certificate Programs• Alcohol and Drug Abuse (SPADA)• Holistic Health Care

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APPLICATION CODES & TRANSCRIPT REquIREMENTSAPPLICATION CODES & TRANSCRIPT REQUIREMENTS

Table E - COUNTY CODES01 Alcona 13 Calhoun 25 Genessee 37 Isabella 49 Mackinac 61 Muskegon 73 Saginaw02 Alger 14 Cass 26 Gladwin 38 Jackson 50 Macomb 62 Newaygo 74 Sanilac03 Allegan 15 Charlevoix 27 Gogebic 39 Kalamazoo 51 Manistee 63 Oakland 75 Schoolcraft04 Alpena 16 Cheboygan 28 Grand Traverse 40 Kalkaska 52 Marquette 64 Oceana 76 Shiawassee05 Antrim 17 Chippewa 29 Gratiot 41 Kent 53 Mason 65 Ogemaw 77 St. Clair06 Arenac 18 Clare 30 Hillsdale 42 Keweenaw 54 Mecosta 66 Ontonagon 78 St. Joseph07 Baraga 19 Clinton 31 Houghton 43 Lake 55 Menominee 67 Osceola 79 Tuscola08 Barry 20 Crawford 32 Huron 44 Lapeer 56 Midland 68 Oscoda 80 Van Buren09 Bay 21 Delta 33 Ingham 45 Leelanau 57 Missaukee 69 Otsego 81 Washtenaw10 Benzie 22 Dickinson 34 Ionia 46 Lenawee 58 Monroe 70 Ottawa 82 Wayne11 Berrien 23 Eaton 35 Iosco 47 Livingston 59 Montcalm 71 Presque Isle 83 Wexford12 Branch 24 Emmet 36 Iron 48 Luce 60 Montmorency 72 Roscommon 99 Out-of-State

002259 Eastern Michigan University002260 Ferris State University002263 Glen Oaks Community College002264 Gogebic Community College002265 Grace Bible College002267 Grand Rapids Community College002268 Grand Valley State University002269 Great Lakes Christian College006770 Great Lakes College002270 Henry Ford Community College002273 Hope College010627 ITT Technical Institute002274 Jackson Community College002275 Kalamazoo College006949 Kalamazoo Valley Community College002276 Kellogg Community College007618 Kendall College002262 Kettering University007171 Kirtland Community College002277 Lake Michigan College

002293 Lake Superior State University002278 Lansing Community College002279 Lawrence Institute of Technology008906 Macomb Community College002282 Madonna University002290 Michigan State University002292 Michigan Technological University006768 Mid Michigan Community College002294 Monroe County Community College002295 Montcalm Community College002261 Mott Community College002297 Muskegon Community College002299 North Central Michigan College002301 Northern Michigan University002302 Northwestern Michigan College004072 Northwood University002304 Oakland Community College002307 Oakland University002308 Olivet College002311 Reformed Bible College

002288 Rochester College002314 Saginaw Valley State University002315 Schoolcraft College002316 Siena Heights University002317 Southwestern Michigan College002318 Spring Arbor College002310 St. Clair County Community College002322 Suomi College002323 University of Detroit - Mercy002325 University of Michigan002326 University of Michigan - Dearborn002327 University of Michigan - Flint004071 Walsh College002328 Washtenaw Community College009230 Wayne County Community College002329 Wayne State University007950 West Shore Community College002330 Western Michigan University090 Out-of-State099 Other

Table D - COLLEGE CODES002234 Adrian College002235 Albion College002236 Alma College002237 Alpena Community College002238 Andrews University002239 Aquinas College004673 Baker College002240 Bay De Noc Community College030666 Bay Mills Community College002241 Calvin College007617 Carnegie Institute002243 Central Michigan University002246 Cleary College002247 Concordia College002266 Cornerstone University002249 Davenport University002251 Delta College004702 Detroit Business Institute002253 Detroit College of Business004692 Dorsey School of Business

233585 Traverse City Central High School233589 Traverse City Prep Academy233587 Traverse City West High School233588 Traverse City High School001201 Home School000702 Other Michigan000990 Out-Of-State001214 Charter School

232415 Manton High School232445 Marion High School232560 Mesick High School232515 N. Mich. Christian-McBain232830 Northport School233605 Pine River School233145 Reed City High School233580 St. Francis High School232240 Saint Mary’s High School-Lk Leelanau233535 Suttons Bay High School233586 Traverse City Christian High School

232420 Glen Lake High School233583 Grand Traverse Academy232086 Interlochen Arts Academy232190 Kalkaska High School232215 Kingsley High School232235 Lake City High School232241 Leelanau Peninsula School231645 Leelanau School232320 Leland High School232510 McBain High School232385 Mancelona High School

Table C - HIGH SCHOOL CODES230035 Alba High School230260 Bellaire High School230285 Benzie High School230430 Buckley High School230450 Cadillac High School230550 Central Lake High School231340 Elk Rapids High School231350 Ellsworth High School231385 Evart High School231440 Forest Area High School231570 Frankfort High School

TRANSCRIPT REQUIREMENTS: Official Transcripts should be mailed directly to the NMC Admissions Office using the address shown at the top of the appli-cation. 1. From your most recently attended high or home school IF you are under 21 years of age. 2. From all previously attended colleges and universitiesif any of the following apply to you: A) You are under 21 years of age. B) You wish to have previous college coursework evaluated for credit at NMC. C) You wish to applyfor Federal Financial Aid (including loans). D) You are a veteran and wish to apply for Educational Benefits. E) you are seeking admission to a limited enrollment program suchas Dental Assisting or Nursing.

Table A - PROGRAM CODESAssociate in Science and Arts Degree (ASA)(Transfer Options - Satisfies MACRAO Agreement)733 Accounting711 Art702 Biology734 Business Administration727 Chemistry722 Child Development704 Communications706 Criminal Justice708 Education709 Engineering710 English (Literature, Creative Writing)**** Freshwater Studies

591 Global Policy & Sustainability592 Economy & Society593 Science & Technology

726 Geography730 History712 Liberal Arts/Science715 Mathematics731 Modern Languages - American Sign

Language, Spanish, French**** Performing Arts

707 Theater, Dance716 Music

729 Philosophy/Religion717 Physical Sciences

Astronomy, Geology,Environmental Science

725 Political Science718 Pre-Law713 Pre-Medical, Pre-Dental, Pre-Veterinary724 Psychology723 Social Work720 Sociology728 Visual Communications (Comm. Art)

Associate in Applied Science Degree (AAS)Occupational Specialty Programs103 Accounting**** Applied Plant Science

580 Viticulture581 Fruit Production582 Landscape & Nursery583 Turf Grass Management

560 Automotive Service Technology562 Aviation - Flight Technology**** Business Administration

122 Computer Applications151 Entrepreneur105 General115 Management107 Marketing

555 Advanced Manufacturing**** Computer Information Technology

106 General108 Developer125 Infrastructure

109 Culinary Arts300 Dental Assistant**** Great Lakes Maritime

Please call (231) 995-1200 or visitwww.nmc.edu/maritime

352 Law Enforcement584 Manufacturing Technology655 Renewable Energy Technology - Electrical656 Renewable Energy Technology - HVAC573 Technical Management Administration**** Visual Communications (Commercial Art)

251 Creative Management in Art Direction351 Visual Communications

302 Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)740 Associate in General Studies (AGS)

Career Certificate Programs003 Administrative Support Specialist**** Automotive

031 Electrical and Drivability Specialist001 Master Automotive Technician032 Under Car Specialist034 Hybrid Tech Specialist

027 CAD/CAM Drafter - Mechanical028 CAD/CAM Trainee - Mechanical002 Child Development020 Clerical Support**** Computer Information Technology

033 Infrastructure Specialist I030 Infrastructure Specialist II024 Infrastructure Specialist III035 Office Application Specialist006 Support Specialist039 Web Developer I040 Web Developer II041 Web Developer III

**** Construction Technology061 Carpentry Technology062 Electrical Technology063 Facilities Maintenance064 HVAC/R Technology065 Renewable Energy Technology - Electrical066 Renewable Energy Technology - HVAC067 Plumbing Technology

029 Culinary Arts070 Dental Assistant079 Engineering051 Entrepreneurship I052 Entrepreneurship II010 Practical Nursing016 Welding TechnologyOther955 NMC Postgrad/University Center954 Not Pursuing A Degree At NMC**** Nursing Preparation

950 Pre-Associate Degree Nursing951 Pre-Practical Nursing

000 Deciding - Note: Financial Aid applicants maynot choose “Deciding.”1 Arts & Communications

2 Business, Management, Marketing & Tech.3 Health Sciences

4 Engineering/Manufacturing & Industrial Tech.5 Natural Sciences & Agriscience6 Human Services

Table B - CAREERPATHWAY CODES

To obtain information about the special programs listed below, please call the appropriate number or visit www.nmc.eduUniversities located at NMC’s University Center: (231) 995-1776

Guest (MI Uniform Undergraduate Guest Application): Call your Registrar’s office

Special Enrollment Option: (231) 995-1046

Extended Education Services or Lifelong Learning: (231) 995-1700

Dual Enrollment: (231) 995-1022

1. YOUR NAME (Please carefully print or type)LAST NAME FIRST NAME MI FORMER NAME

2. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER 3. TELEPHONE NUMBERS (Home & Cell) 4.

5. E-MAIL ADDRESS (If used regularly)

6. ADDRESS (Please include street, apt. number and PO Box, if any)

CITY STATE ZIP CODE

8. SEMESTER YOU ARE MOST LIKELY TO BEGIN OR RETURN TO NMC (please select one and designate year)Fall - August 20 _ _ (Yr) Spring - January 20 _ _ (Yr) Summer - June 20 _ _ (Yr)

9. APPLICANT TYPE (select one)1 = New - never attended any college

2 = New Transfer - attended college but not NMC

3 = Returning Transfer - have attended another college since NMC

4 = Returning - last college was NMC - but not last semester

5 = Former Dual Enrolled at NMC6 = Taking classes at NMC while attending University Center

11. PROGRAM I am requesting admission to the following program:Program numeric code: (See Table A - PROGRAM CODES)

12. U.S. CITIZEN? Yes No If resident alien, your Alien Registration Number A

13. GENDER Male Female

14. DATE OF BIRTH

1701 E. Front St., Traverse City, MI 49686 | Ph (231) 995-1054 | Fx (231) 995-1339 | www.nmc.edu

Month Day Year

Please send your completed application & non-refundable $20 application fee to the address shown above.

10. PRIMARY EDUCATIONAL GOAL (select one)Transfer to a 4-year College or UniversityEarn an NMC Associate’s DegreeEarn an NMC CertificateLearn skills to advance in job or to get a new jobTake courses for personal interest only; no degreeDeciding

I am a resident ofGrand Traverse County

Yes No

If yes, I can provide verificationthat I have been a resident sincemonth________year________.

7. COUNTY CODE (See Table E)

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15. Do you consider yourself to be*: Select one or more of the followingHispanic or Latino racial categories*:Not Hispanic or Latino American Indian or Alaska Native

AsianBlack or African AmericanNative Hawaiian or Other Pacific IslanderWhite

* Providing this information is voluntary and will be kept confidential.Failure to respond will not subject an applicant to any adverse action.

17. VETERANS: Please check here ___ if you are a veteran and are eligible for educational benefits, or call (231) 995-1057.

18. HIGH SCHOOL BACKGROUND: If you are under 21, please have an official transcript or GED scores sent to the address on pg 1.

Name of last high school or home school attended

City State

When did, or will you graduate from high school or home school?

If you didn’t graduate from high school, will you receive your GED or equivalent? Yes No If yes, when?

19. COLLEGES OR UNIVERSITIES (Please see “Transcript Requirements” at the bottom of the following page.)List all you have attended, giving the most recent first (See Table D - COLLEGE CODES) Attach additional sheet if needed:

Name:_______________________ code:________ from M/_____Yr/___ to M/___ Yr/___ Degree:_______ _ ________

Name:_______________________ code:________ from M/_____Yr/___ to M/___ Yr/___ Degree:_______ _________

Name:_______________________ code:________ from M/_____Yr/___ to M/___ Yr/___ Degree:_______ _________

20. FINANCIAL AID

Are you interested in financial aid (grants, scholarships, loans, and employment)?Yes No (If yes, please see “Transcript Requirements” at the bottom of the following page.)

If yes to the above question, have you completed the Free Application for Federal Student Aid? Yes NoVisit www.fafsa.ed.gov to apply online.Please Note. Dual Enrolled and home schooled Dual Enrolled students are not eligible for Financial Aid.

21. HOUSING CHOICE (select one) Home or Off-Campus Residence Hall Campus Apartments

22. PERSONAL HISTORY (Please answer both)Have you ever been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor? Yes No If yes, please explain on a separate sheet.Do you have any felony charges pending? Yes No If yes, please explain on a separate sheet.

23. APPLICATION MUST BE SIGNED BEFORE BEING CONSIDERED FOR ADMISSION.• I certify that the information provided on this application is complete and accurate in every respect.• I understand that falsification or omission of any information requested on this application may result in cancellation of admission

or registration.• If admitted, I agree to observe all rules and regulations of NMC as printed in the College Catalog and Student Handbook.• By signing this application, I am granting permission to NMC, its agents and staff to use video and photographs of myself for

NMC promotional /advertising materials without charge. No promises have been made, no consideration is involved for their use.If I do not want NMC to use video and photographs of myself, I will inform the Dean for Enrollment Management & Student Services.

Signature __________________________________________________________________________ Date ___________________

24. Please send completed application and the $20 application fee to the address shown on front of application.NMC complies with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 which prohibit discrimination on the basis ofsex, mental, or physical disability in educational programs and activities receiving Federal financial assistance from the U.S. Department of Education. For inquiries,please contact the Diversity Coordinator at Northwestern Michigan College, 1701 E. Front Street, Traverse City, Michigan 49686 or call (231) 995-1043.

Code:See Table C - HIGH SCHOOL CODES

M Yr

M Yr

16. PARENTS’COLLEGE EXPERIENCE*Has either of your parentsgraduated from a 4-yearcollege or university?

Yes No

Career Pathway Code:See Table B - CAREER PATHWAY CODES

NMC reserves the right to deny housing to any applicant based on previous criminal history.

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Main CampusMain entrance: 1701 E. Front Street (U.S. 31) at College DriveTraverse City(Detailed map on back cover)

university Center Campus2200 Dendrinos Drive, off Cass Road between 14th Street and South Airport Road, Traverse City

Great Lakes Campus715 E. Front Street at Barlow Avenue, Traverse City

Aero Park Campus2600 Aero Park Drive, Airport Industrial Park, Traverse City

Observatory1753 Birmley Road, between Garfi eld and Keystone roads, south of Traverse City

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Northwestern Michigan College(231) 995-1000 • (800) 748-0566

1701 East Front St., Traverse City, MI 49686

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