Marquette, MI · University Center, MI · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Northern Michigan University | Saginaw Valley State University | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 70.0% | 72.9% |
| In-State Tuition | $13,304 | $12,240 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $18,800 | $28,752 |
| Average Net Price | $17,937 | $15,144 |
| Graduation Rate | 51.0% | 54.0% |
GradFax Analysis
Northern Michigan University accepts 70.0% of applicants. Saginaw Valley State University accepts 72.9%. Tuition is close: $13,304 at Northern Michigan University, $12,240 at Saginaw Valley State University. Northern Michigan University graduates 51% of students in 6 years. Saginaw Valley State University graduates 54%.
Bottom Line
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Source: IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
Northern Michigan University. It accepts 70.0% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
Saginaw Valley State University, on average. After aid, students pay $15,144/year versus $17,937/year. Your number depends on your aid package.
Source: IPEDS
Saginaw Valley State University: 54% of students finish in 6 years. Northern Michigan University is at 51%.
Source: IPEDS
Data from IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), a federal database maintained by the U.S. Department of Education. Figures represent the most recent available academic year.