Schools ACHA Division II and NCAA Division I Northern Michigan University
ACHA Division II and NCAA Division I · 2025–26 Season

Northern Michigan University Hockey

Marquette, MI ·Public ·6,556 undergrads
Program Overview

Northern Michigan University fields 2 hockey programs in Marquette, MI — ACHA Division II and NCAA Division I. The combined 2025–26 roster across all programs totals 58 players. Each program operates independently with its own roster, coaching staff, and schedule.

What sets this roster apart is its international composition — 20 players from outside the United States, representing Great Britain, Canada, Sweden, Czech Republic. That kind of international reach is unusual for programs at this level and speaks to active recruiting or strong word-of-mouth in those markets.

International players

20 players from outside the United States (Great Britain, Canada, Sweden, Czech Republic, Slovakia, LAT). Unusual for a club program at this level.

Transfer-friendly environment

10 players transferred from other college programs. Whether from D1 ACHA, D2, or elsewhere, this program has a track record of integrating players who started somewhere else.

School Profile

Northern Michigan University at a Glance

Data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, most recent cohort.

84.0%
Acceptance Rate
Broadly accessible
$27,841
Total Annual Cost
Tuition, room, board & fees
52%
4-Year Graduation Rate
Most recent cohort
$47,107
Median Earnings (10yr)
$37,996 at 6 years
$21,474
Median Graduate Debt
Among graduates who borrowed
$19,773
Tuition (Out-of-State)
28% of students receive Pell grants
6,556
Undergraduate Enrollment
Public institution
Earnings Rankings

Northern Michigan University Rankings by Major

36 majors ranked in the top 25 by median earnings (4-year, by major). Explore full rankings →

#2
Behavioral Sciences
Men's ACHA
#4
Mechanical Engineering Related Technologies/Technicians
Women's ACHA
#4
Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Studies
Men's NCAA D1
#5
Construction Engineering Technology/Technician
Women's ACHA
#5
Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Studies
Women's ACHA
#6
Mechanical Engineering Related Technologies/Technicians
Men's NCAA D1
#6
Construction Management
Men's NCAA D1
#8
Social Work
Women's ACHA
#9
Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies
Men's NCAA D1
#10
Criminal Justice and Corrections
Women's ACHA
#10
Entrepreneurial and Small Business Operations
Men's NCAA D1
#11
Social Work
Men's NCAA D1
#11
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions
Men's NCAA D1
#11
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions
Women's ACHA
#12
Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies
Women's ACHA
#12
Entrepreneurial and Small Business Operations
Women's ACHA
#12
Hospitality Administration/Management
Men's NCAA D1
#13
Criminal Justice and Corrections
Men's NCAA D1
#14
Communication Disorders Sciences and Services
Men's NCAA D1
#15
Mechanical Engineering Related Technologies/Technicians
Men's ACHA
#15
Communication Disorders Sciences and Services
Women's ACHA
#18
Hospitality Administration/Management
Women's ACHA
#19
Computer and Information Sciences, General
Men's NCAA D1
#21
Computer and Information Sciences, General
Women's ACHA
#22
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas
Men's NCAA D1
#22
Construction Engineering Technology/Technician
Men's ACHA
#22
Construction Management
Men's ACHA
#23
Natural Resources Conservation and Research
Men's NCAA D1
#23
Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Studies
Men's ACHA
#24
Natural Resources Conservation and Research
Women's ACHA
#24
Marketing
Men's NCAA D1
#25
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness
Men's NCAA D1
Roster Geography

Where Do Northern Michigan University Hockey Players Come From?

58 players · 20 states & regions · 2025–26 roster.

MI16 players
BC5 players
MN4 players
IL4 players
QC4 players
WI2 players
AB2 players
MB2 players
CA1 player
MD1 player
OH1 player
ON1 player
CAN14 players
SVK2 players
GBR1 player
SWE1 player
CZE1 player

Michigan leads the pipeline with 16 players (28%), but the international component is notable: 20 players from Great Britain, Canada, Sweden give this roster an unusually broad geographic reach.

Player Pedigree

Where Did These Players Play Before Northern Michigan University?

Prior league breakdown — a proxy for the competitive level players brought with them.

ACHA Division II · 29 players
High school
17
59%
Youth hockey
2
7%
Junior hockey
4
14%
No prior data
6
21%
NCAA Division I · 29 players
Junior hockey
19
66%
College transfer
10
34%
Junior hockey

23 players came through competitive junior programs. Junior hockey experience — even at Tier III — represents meaningful development beyond what high school hockey alone provides.

College transfers

10 players transferred from other college programs. The presence of college transfers often indicates a welcoming environment for players looking to change programs without giving up playing.

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Prior leagues, feeder teams, and pipeline trends — filter and compare.
Home Ice

Berry Events Center

Marquette, MI · 3 minutes from campus

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For Recruits

Is Northern Michigan University Hockey a Fit for You?

For players prioritizing ice time and program fit over academic selectivity, Northern Michigan University is accessible — with a 84.0% acceptance rate, admissions is rarely the obstacle. With 2 programs (ACHA Division II and NCAA Division I) and 58 combined players, there are genuine opportunities at multiple competitive levels. Reach out to the specific program that fits your game.