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Biking by Lake Superior

Biking on the shores of nearby Lake Superior is just one of the many outdoor opportunities that NMU students can enjoy on a daily basis. See Marquette Country to see the variety of activities available in surrounding region. If you are interested in combining the great outdoors with your graduate education, see our Graduate Bulletin for program options. Apply before July 1, 2013 and your $50 application fee will be waived.

Biking by Lake Superior

The top of Sugarloaf Mountain

Biking on the shores of nearby Lake Superior is just one of the many outdoor opportunities that NMU students can enjoy on a daily basis. See Marquette Country to see the variety of activities available in surrounding region. If you are interested in combining the great outdoors with your graduate education, see our Graduate Bulletin for program options. Apply before July 1, 2013 and your $50 application fee will be waived.

Essential Facts for New Graduate Students

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Starting graduate school can be overwhelming, but we're here to help. Click on the links below to learn about services and opportunities available to graduate students.

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Assistantships
Immerse yourself -- and get paid. You'll gain valuable experience researching or teaching in your discipline. In addition to a stipend, most assistantships include a tuition waiver and other benefits. Learn more

Completing the NMU Thesis Successfully


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24th Annual Action in Education
June 17-20, 2013

Click on the brochure for the full course schedule and information on NMU rooms rates for this summer learning opportunity.

Registration for NMU credit is available. Apply now if you are not a current student and would like to receive NMU continuing education credit(s).

Key Dates
NOW -- Apply before July 1, 2013 and have your $50 application fee waived May 20 -- First summer session begins May 27 -- Memorial Day - NMU Closed July 1 -- Second summer session begins July 4 -- Holiday - NMU Closed July 12 -- Deadline for written projects for Summer graduation Aug. 26 -- Fall semester - First day of classes Sep. 2 -- Labor Day - NMU Closed Oct. 11 -- Planning/conference day - no classes Nov. 15 -- Deadline for written projects for Fall graduation Nov. 27-Dec. 1 -- Thanksgiving recess Dec. 14 -- Commencement ceremony Jan. 13 -- Winter 2014 class begin Jan. 20 -- Martin Luther King Day - No classes Mar. 2-9 -- Spring break Apr. 4 -- Deadline for written projects for May graduation May 3 -- Commencement ceremony NMU Calendars