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Traverse City

Below is information about this local delivery site for Ferris State University programs. This information includes the actual location of the classes, the contact numbers for this site, the name of the people you can talk to, and the list of programs available. If you have any other questions do not hesitate to give us a call or drop us an email. We are eager to help you.

In addition to the programs at this location, be sure to check out our online programs as well. The list includes the MBA, MSN, and a BS in HVACR.

Class Location:
Northwestern Michigan College, University Center
2200 Dendrinos Drive - Traverse City, MI 49684

Student Service Office:
2200 Dendrinos Drive, Suite 200H, Traverse City, MI 49684
Phone: 231.995.1734 or toll-free 866.857.1954 / Fax: 231.995.1736
FerrisNorth@ferris.edu · directions

Emily Packer Part-time Clerical 231.995.1734
Mary Lou Bonacci Assistant Professor, Social Work 231.995.1734
Nancy Reddy Executive Director of the Northern Region 231.995.1735

Programs Available:


Accountancy BS
College: Business
Locations: Dowagiac/Niles · Traverse City
Catalog Description · Apply Now

With a Bachelor of Science degree in Accountancy from Ferris State University, you'll be prepared to offer employers the skills and experience-based knowledge that will make you an asset to any business team. This unique program lets you tailor your degree to fit your career goals. A bachelor's degree in accountancy prepares you for a number of key positions in public accounting, private/industrial accounting, governmental/nonprofit accounting, or accounting education. And because this program builds on a liberal arts foundation and includes a solid business core, you'll be in a perfect position to take advantage of opportunities in non-accounting business careers, too, such as banking, consulting, small business ownership or general management. This degree also provides a strong platform for graduate business or law school. Basic Admission Requirements: To be admitted to this program you must have an associate degree with at least 56 transferable semester credit hours (C or better) or 64 transferable semester credit hours from an accredited college or university, with a 2.0 overall GPA.


Business Administration BS
College: Business
Locations: Dowagiac/Niles · Traverse City
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A bachelor of science degree in Business Administration will make sure you're prepared to make your contribution - and get your share - in the demanding world of business. And the unique program offered through Ferris State University gives you the flexibility to tailor your degree to fit your career goals, including an international business option. This two-year program builds on your associate degree and prepares you to advance into such positions as business manager, sales representative, or production supervisor in a variety of fields, including manufacturing, retailing, construction, financial institutions, and government. Basic Admission Requirements: To be admitted to this program you must have an associate degree with at least 56 transferable semester credit hours (C or better) or 64 transferable semester credit hours from an accredited college or university, with a 2.0 overall GPA.


Business Administration BS - Aviation
College: Business
Locations: Traverse City · Apply Now

Visit the web site of the NMC Flight Technology Program for more information. Click on "Bachelor Degree Option" for information specific to this option.


Business Administration BS - Maritime
College: Business
Locations: Traverse City
Great Lakes Maritime Academy · Apply Now

Cadets at the Great Lakes Maritime Academy in Traverse City can earn a Business Administration degree with a concentration in Maritime Management. This program is designed to give graduates of the Maritime Academy the preparation they need for management positions with shipping companies, shipyards, and ports or with non-maritime business. With both a U.S. Coast Guard Merchant Marine Officer's License and a strong academic preparation in business, graduates of this program are uniquely qualified for a variety of maritime management opportunities.


Business Administration BS - Professional Track
College: Business
Locations: Dowagiac/Niles · Flint· Howell (next start August 2008) · Lansing next start August 2008) · Midland/University Center (next start August 2008) · Scottville · Traverse City
Catalog Description · Apply Now

This program is an excellent choice for students with a specialized associate 's degree, like business construction technology, legal assistance, retail fashion merchandising. It is also great for students with an associate's in business who would like to add technical or specialized training to their credentials. The major in business administration professional track is designed to prepare individuals for the rapidly changing nature of the work environment in business, government and other nonprofit organizations. The program is designed to equip graduates for entry-level positions as well as advancement. Building upon a core of business courses, the program features a tight sequence of major courses; however, the program also provides the flexibility to specialize in an area of for the student. Students with associate degrees in technical fields will find the program attractive for building a solid knowledge of business and management upon their technical expertise. The major is also valuable as preparation for law school, as well as for graduate studies in business. Basic Admission Requirements: To be admitted to this program you must have an associate’s degree with at least 24 semester credit hours of occupational specialty courses, and an overall GPA of 2.0 or better.


Career and Technical Education MS
College: Education and Human Services, School of Education
Locations: Dowagiac/Niles · Flint · Traverse City
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Choosing to complete your master's degree in Career and Technical Education through Ferris is a smart move because it gives you the options you need to meet your career goals. Plan your degree around one of the following specialties (concentration availability varies by location):

  • Administrative Concentration This option is designed for those seeking educational administration background in order to qualify for a position as principal, assistant principal or curriculum director. Students in this option are required to take 15 credit hours of core education courses and 18 credit hours of education requirements. NOTE: The Michigan Department of Education currently does not offer any endorsement in this area.
  • Instructor Concentration Designed primarily for vocational teachers who want to further their teaching skills and competence and enhance their subject-area expertise. Students in this option are required to take 15-16 credits of core education courses, a 2-credit hour internship, and 16 credit hours of education or subject-area electives.
  • Postsecondary Administration Concentration Designed for persons seeking a position as a postsecondary administrator (community college/university coordinator or department head). Students in this option are required to take 12-13 credits of core education courses and 20 credit hours of education requirements.
  • Training & Development Concentration Designed for persons who wish to work in the training and development field in business or industry. Students in this option are required to take 9-10 credits of core education courses, 19-20 credits of education requirements and 3 credits of content-area electives.

Computer Information Systems BS
College: Business
Locations: Dowagiac/Niles · Muskegon · Traverse City
Catalog Description · Apply Now

The CIS program prepares you for leadership in all key areas of business and industry. Immediate access to accurate information has never been more important to business decision-making - which means that the job market for graduates in CIS is wide open. With a bachelor's degree, you'll be able to step into positions in computer programming/analysis, systems analysis, network administration, and microcomputers. And because this unique program offers a well-designed combination of liberal arts courses, core business classes and hands-on CIS classes, you'll be well-positioned to advance into management positions in a variety of organizations, businesses, financial institutions, manufacturing plants and government agencies. Basic Admission Requirements: To be admitted to this program you must have an associate degree with at least 56 transferable semester credit hours (C or better) or 64 transferable semester credit hours from an accredited college or university, with a 2.0 overall GPA.


Curriculum and Instruction MEd
College: Education and Human Services, School of Education
Locations: Dowagiac/Niles · Flint · Traverse City
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Choosing to complete your master's degree in Curriculum and Instruction through Ferris is a smart move because it gives you the options you need to meet your career goals. Plan your degree around one of the following specialties Note: Not all options available at all locations:

  • Administrative Option - This option is designed for those seeking educational administrative background in order to qualify for position as principal, assistant principal or curriculum director. Students in this option are required to take 15 credit hours of core education courses and 18 credit hours of education requirements. NOTE: The Michigan Department of Education currently does not offer any endorsement in this area.
  • Subject Area Option - This option will allow new teachers to complete their 18-semester-hour planned program and earn a master’s degree. It is designed primarily for teachers who want to further develop their teaching skills and competence and to enhance their subject area expertise. Students in this program are required to take a 16-hour core of education courses and 6-10 hours of education electives. In addition, they must take 6-10 hours at the graduate level in their major, minor, or related field. Students should consult their education and subject area advisor(s) for recommended courses. A total of 32 hours is required for Subject Area Option program completion.
  • Reading Endorsement Option - This option is open to those already holding teacher certification who wish to add a K-12 reading endorsement and complete a master’s degree. The reading subject-area test must be passed in order to qualify for the endorsement. Students in this option must take 9 credit hours of core education courses and 30 credit hours of required reading courses.


Human Resource Management Certificate
College: Business
Locations: Flint · Traverse City
Catalog Description · Apply Now

The Human Resource Management certificate provides an opportunity for students in any major to gain knowledge and skills in dealing with people in the workplace.


Information Security and Intelligence BS
College: College of Business
Locations:Traverse City (next start August 2008)
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The Information Security and Intelligence degree prepares you for a variety of career possibilities in fields that allow you to see your contribution in action. Computer forensics, fraud investigation, information security, intelligence, and terrorism and crime analysis are a few of the possibilities. Opportunities exist in the government, business, security, intelligence, health care, insurance, education and several other fields. For more information, check the ISI website.


International Business Certificate
College: Business
Locations: Dowagiac/Niles · Traverse City
Catalog Description · Apply Now

Corporate executives across the United States stress that college graduates entering careers in business need to acquire global skills. The International Business Certificate gives you the global business skills that corporations seek. The certificate consists of a series of four courses in international management. This certificate can be earned in conjunction with the Business Administration BS degree.


Nursing RN to BSN Online Program Indicator
College: Allied Health Sciences
Locations: Big Rapids (last start August 2008) · Flint (next start August 2009) · Kalamazoo (next start August 2009) · Lansing (next start August 2008) · Midland/University Center (next start August 2008) · Online · Traverse City
Catalog Description · Apply Now

Ferris State University offers an RN to BSN program designed to give you options from day one. As you work toward your degree, you'll choose the class location that best suits your needs, with one day or evening a week schedules. Once you've earned your BSN, you'll be able to choose from a variety of career paths, including enhanced patient care, nursing management, staff development, education, lab research and administration. Your education is designed to enhance your skills in such areas as family health, community health and special populations health. Upon entering the BSN program, you'll work with a cohort group through the entire program. With groups throughout the state, you'll be sure to find one that's close to you. Basic admission requirements: Ferris' BSN program is designed for associate degree and diploma RNs who want to further their educational growth and development and builds upon prior learning. To be eligible for the BSN program, applicants must hold a Michigan registered nurse license. Prospective students must have a cumulative grade point average of 2.0 in the basic nursing program (ADN or diploma) and in each of the biological and physical sciences.


Secondary Teacher Education BS
College: Education and Human Services, School of Education
Locations: Flint · Traverse City
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Exploring new career options? Becoming a teacher may be easier than you think. You can earn a Bachelor of Science degree in Secondary Teacher Education through Ferris State University without quitting your job and without leaving town! Coupled with your work experience, your bachelor's degree in education will give you an edge as you pursue teaching positions in high schools, technical-vocational centers, alternative and magnet schools, tech-prep programs and other non-traditional educational studies. This degree program also prepares you to pursue a postgraduate degree in education or education administration. Please note: In the student-teaching phase of the program, students may not hold a job elsewhere. Basic Admission Requirements: To be admitted to this program you must have an associate degree with at least 56 transferable semester credit hours (C or better) or 64 transferable semester credit hours from an accredited college or university, with a 2.0 overall GPA. If you have college credits, but not a degree, your course work will be evaluated for credit on a course-by-course basis. Those with no college credits may begin this degree program with a general course of study at partner community colleges.

Ferris State University offers majors in the following area (availably of majors and minors varies by location):

  • Biology
  • Chemistry
  • English
  • History
  • Mathematics
  • Political Science
  • Social Studies
  • Technical
  • Training in Business and Industry

  • Social Work BSW
    College: Arts and Sciences, Social Work Program
    Locations: Traverse City

    Catalog Description · Apply Now

    A Bachelor of Social Work prepares you to make a real contribution. It also opens doors for a variety of career options. The comprehensive BSW program offered through Ferris State University gives you solid preparation to enter the social work field as a generalist professional. The program is built around a practice model that is appropriate for a wide variety of human service settings, including child and youth programs, mental health and substance abuse agencies, senior centers, long term care facilities, employment agencies, and court systems. The BSW program prepares you for employment in positions such as child welfare worker, case manager, parole officer, client advocate and program coordinator. Also, the Ferris BSW program enables you to continue your education in graduate school - a necessary step for those wishing to advance in management and clinical positions. Basic admission requirements: To be admitted to this program you must have an associate degree with at least 56 transferable semester credit hours (C or better) or 64 transferable semester credit hours from an accredited college or university, with a 2.3 overall GPA and a 2.5 GPA in social sciences.


    Special Education Endorsement
    College: Education and Human Services, School of Education
    Locations:Traverse City
    Catalog Description

    The Special Education Endorsement program gives professional educators the advanced professional development necessary to open several career options as well as providing a foundation to improve their instructional practice. You are eligible for admission to the program if you hold a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and are a currently certified teacher in the elementary or secondary setting. Students may also elect to complete their Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction by completing two additional courses.


     

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