Standard 4.10 Verification of Student Identity for Distance Education
Standard 4.10 Verification of Student Identity for Distance Education
Each student is assigned a day to enroll based on the number of NMU credits. A user ID and password are required. Institutional policies regarding the identity verification process are implemented and applied consistently through a series of standardized steps required for all students, regardless of their mode of instruction.
Account Activation: Upon enrollment, every student must activate their NMU account by providing identifying information, including their first name, last name, NMU Identification Number (NMU IN), and date of birth. This process ensures that only the enrolled student can access their account.
Learning Management System (LMS) Access: NMU courses are hosted on a secure Learning Management System (LMS), which requires students to log in using their NMU-assigned username and password. This login requirement is enforced for all online and on-campus students to consistently confirm the identity of the individual accessing the course materials.
Account Reset Procedures: In cases where a student needs to reset their university account, NMU requires the student to request the reset in person or through a secure video conference. During this process, the student must present a valid photo ID, ensuring that only the student associated with the account can make changes.
These steps are applied uniformly across all NMU programs, ensuring that all students, including those in distance education or satellite components, meet the same identity verification standards. This consistency helps maintain the integrity of NMU’s academic credit and ensures compliance with identity verification policies.
Tuition and Fees. The distance education fee of $50 per credit is posted online with the university’s tuition and fees as well as the MS-SLP Program's website.
Supporting Documentation can be reviewed by following the links provided below.
Northern Michigan University Level Materials
- Activating NMU User Account
- Account Lockout Types
- Accessing EduCat (LMS)
- 2 Factor Authentication
- NMU Tuition and Fees