Northern Marianas College will begin its Fall 2025 semester on August 18, 2025. Interested students are encouraged to apply before the August 8 application deadline to start their journey toward a college degree.

Applications for admission and other forms may be filled out and submitted online at https://www.marianas.edu/apply. Hard copy applications may be picked up at NMC’s Office of Admissions and Records located in Building N-3 at the NMC As Terlaje campus from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday to Thursday.

Supporting documents (i.e. health evaluation form with a valid TB Skin Test and copy of a valid photo I.D.) must be turned in together with the Admissions Application through the Admissions App Portal at www.marianas.edu/apply. Official transcripts from institutions previously attended can be sent directly via email to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

New students must take the NMC Math and English Placement test if they do not meet any eligible placement alternatives. If a student has attended Start Smart or any NMC Info Session within the year, they can avail a fee waiver by providing proof of their attendance to the admissions staff and testing center staff. New and readmitted students must also view the online student orientation program in order to register for courses. Contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or visit www.marianas.edu/testingservices for more information.

Individuals can also apply for the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) at studentaid.gov/fafsa. By filling out the FAFSA form, students can receive up to $7,395 in federal financial aid for the 2025-26 award year.

For more information regarding the FAFSA, contact the NMC Financial Aid Office through email at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call (670) 237-6790. Participants can also stop by the Financial Aid Office from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday to Thursday.

NMC offers a variety of degree and certificate programs, including:

  • Bachelor of Science in Education (concentrations in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, Rehabilitation and Human Services, or Special Education)
  • Bachelor of Science in Business Management (concentration in Accounting or without concentration)
  • Associate of Arts in Business
  • Associate of Applied Science in Business Administration (emphasis in Accounting, Business Management, or Computer Applications)
  • Associate of Applied Science in Hospitality Management
  • Associate of Arts in Liberal Arts (emphasis in Education, Kinesiology, Pre-Engineering, Social Work, or without emphasis)
  • Associate of Science in Nursing
  • Associate of Science in Agriculture
  • Associate of Science in Natural Resources Management
  • Associate of Applied Science in Criminal Justice
  • Associate of Science in Fire Science Technology

Certificate programs include: Basic Law Enforcement, Business Management, Computer Applications, Early Childhood Education, Fire Science Technology, Hospitality Operations, Nursing Assistant, and Small Business Management.

A list of the classes that are offered can be found at www.marianas.edu. For additional information or inquiries, contact the Office of Admissions and Records at (670) 237-6728/69/70/72 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

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