One Semester (16 weeks) - Full Time (2018 - 2019 costs)
| Tuition, fees, and books (Books are provided in the cost) | $6,000 |
| Room and Board | $5,333 |
| University Fees | $375 (estimate) |
| Health Insurance (required*) | $852 (estimate) |
| Personal/Travel | $1,148 |
| Certification of Finances Amount | $13,708 |
Two Semesters (one academic year) - Full Time (2018 - 2019 costs)
| Tuition and Books (Books are provided in the cost) | $12,000 |
| Room and Board | $10,666 |
| University Fees | $750 |
| Health Insurance (required*) | $1,704 |
| Personal/Travel | $2,295 |
| Certification of Finances Amount | $27,415 |
*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 ($82 per semester) for access to the gym / exercise area at NMU
- Parking pass ($140 per year) for students with cars