Two, 7.5-Week Blocks (one semester) - Full Time (2016-17 costs)
| Tuition and books (Books are provided in the cost) | $6,000 |
| Room and Board | $4,919 |
| University Fees | $400 |
| Health Insurance (required*) | $575 (estimate) |
| Personal/Travel | $1,103 |
| Certification of Finances Amount | $12,997 |
Four, 7.5-Week Blocks (two semesters / one academic year) - Full Time (2016-17 costs)
| Tuition and Books (Books are provided in the cost) | $12,000 |
| Room and Board | $9,838 |
| University Fees | $650 |
| Health Insurance (required*) | $1,294 |
| Personal/Travel | $2,207 |
| Certification of Finances Amount | $25,989 |
*Northern Michigan University requires all international students to have health insurance unless there is proof of other insurance that meets or exceeds NMU insurance.
Other optional costs:
- Recreational facilities pass ($70 per semester; $130 per year) for access to the gym / exercise area at NMU
- Parking pass ($130 per year) for students with cars