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Areas of Study, Degrees & Certificates

Bachelor’s and advanced degrees are offered
through NMC's University Center at www.nmc.edu/ucenter

Areas of Study

Areas of Study

Areas of Study

Areas of Study

Degree & Certificate Details

NMC students may select from several educational options. Associate degrees and certificates are awarded to those students who complete a prescribed set of courses in specific areas of study. Many programs, especially in occupational areas, also lead to additional career licenses or certifications. Students often attend part-time and take several years to complete their studies.

The Maritime programs require four years of full-time study, including summer sessions and result in a bachelor’s degree with Ferris State University.

Associate degree programs generally take two years of full-time study to complete. Certificate programs range from 16 to 48 credits.

Degree & Certificate Requirements

No matter which degree option students choose, they will be required to complete a group of courses from the areas of Communications, Humanities, Science/Mathematics, and Social Science to ensure essential abilities. These are outlined in the next section of the catalog.

NMC offers the following degree and certificate options: