Northwestern Michigan College Program Pathways
Join Direct Connect
Your Fast Track To A Bachelor's Degree
Are you an NMC associate degree student aiming for a bachelor’s degree? The Direct Connect dual admission program is your streamlined path with Grand Valley State University.
Why Direct Connect?
- Guaranteed Admission: Maintain a minimum GPA, and you’re guaranteed admission (see details for the minimum requirement). *
- Comprehensive Support: From advising and financial aid to academic and co-curricular activities, you’ll have the resources you need to succeed. After you sign up, NMC & GVSU will help you develop a personalized plan tailored to meet your goals.
- Efficient and Cost-Effective: Maximize your NMC transfer credits, saving time and money while earning both an associate degree from NMC and a bachelor’s degree from GVSU. Students can concurrently enroll to fast track their degree progress and take advantage of scholarship opportunities.
Get Started in 3 Easy Steps!
STEP 1: Fill Out This Interest Form
STEP 2: review the student agreement
STEP 3: make an advising Appointment
*Program for students meeting GVSU admission requirements. Students with less than a 2.5 GPA will be considered.
Meet with a GVSU Advisor at NMC
You can meet with our Grand Valley advisors based in Traverse City while you're still attending Northwestern Michigan College!
Schedule an Advising Appointment
Visit our offices and classrooms in NMC's James Beckett building.
Degree Pathways from NMC to GVSU
Bachelor of Science in Allied Health Sciences
WHAT IS ALLIED HEALTH SCIENCES?
Allied health sciences is a field encompassing a variety of health care professions focused on supporting patient care, diagnosis, and treatment. Grand Valley’s Allied Health Sciences (AHS) program can be tailored for a variety of careers in the health care field with specific academic emphases, whether you aim to enter the workforce directly or pursue further education in graduate programs such as physical therapy or physician assistant studies.
Emphasis: Physician Assistant Studies
Emphasis: Occupational Therapy
Emphasis: Health Degree Completion
Emphasis: Physical Therapy
Combined Degree: Athletic Training
Combined Degree: Public Health
Bachelor of Applied Science
Requires Applied Associates Degree or 15+ technical credits.
B.A.S. Majors
- LEADERSHIP AND BUSINESS FUNDAMENTALS
- PROFESSIONAL INNOVATION
- COMPUTING
Stackable Certificates
- Leadership
- Business Fundamentals
- Applied Data Analytics
- Project Management
- Intercultural Communications
- Artificial Intelligence Foundations
A.A.S. in Water Quality & Environmental Technology
A.A.S. in Welding
A.A.S. in Computer Technology
Computing Pathways
NMC to GVSU Articulation Agreements
COLLEGE OF COMPUTING
Grand Valley's College of Computing is dedicated to fostering a culture of innovation, inclusivity, and academic excellence. Led by a dedicated leadership team, our college brings together faculty, staff, students, and industry partners to shape the future of technology.
