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Northern Marianas College

Saipan, MP·Public·1,236 students
Last updated: March 22, 2026

A good fit for families who need the lowest possible cost and students who want small classes and close faculty access. freshman retention is below 65%. financial aid brings net price below sticker; 74% of students receive Pell Grants — strong access mission.

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1,236
Students
$2,795
Net Price
42%
Grad Rate
$24,200
Earnings
10 yr
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Debt

About This School

Northern Marianas College is a public institution located in Saipan, MP with approximately 1,236 undergraduate students enrolled. The average net price after financial aid is $2,795 per year. The graduation rate is 42%, and the typical graduate earns $24,200 within 10 years of enrollment.

Northern Marianas College (NMC) is a public land-grant college in the United States Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands (CNMI). The college was founded in Susupe in 1976. NMC today has three campuses on the islands of Saipan, Tinian, and Rota. The main campus on Saipan is in Fina Sisu. NMC is the sole public college within the Commonwealth and is accredited by the Senior College and University Commission of the Western Association of Schools and Colleges.

The numbers tell a mixed story here: at just $2,795/year after aid, this is one of the most affordable college options in the U.S., which matters enormously if you're from the CNMI and want to stay close to home or family. However, the 42% graduation rate and 59% freshman retention rate suggest many students don't finish, and median earnings of $24,200 a decade out reflect the limited local job market rather than any failure of the degree itself. Worth considering if cost and proximity are priorities, but go in with a clear plan — students who drift without a defined goal are more likely to become part of that dropout statistic.

Founded
1981
Setting
Remote town

Popular Programs

Business & Marketing28%
Health Professions10%
Education10%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average CompositeN/A

ACT Scores

Midpoint CompositeN/A

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$4,038
Out-of-State Tuition
$5,520
Avg Net Price
$2,795
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants74%
Median debt at graduationN/A

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
42%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
59%
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$24,200
after enrollment
Median Debt
N/A
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
N/A
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$17,100
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$24,200
after enrollment

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White1%
Hispanic/Latino1%
Asian44%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (1,236 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Northern Marianas College

As Terlaje Campus

Saipan, MP 96950-1250

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Sources & Methodology

Data

Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.

Contextual Enrichment

School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.

Important Caveats
  • Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
  • Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
  • Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
  • Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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