Alma College
About Alma College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Alma College is a private university in Alma, MI. It has a 64.7% acceptance rate and a 62.2% graduation rate, serving approximately 1,222 students.
Founded
1886
Location
Alma, Michigan
Students
1,186
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
57%
Moderately selective
Graduation Rate
62.9%
Near national average
Tuition
$49,552
Per year
Avg Net Price
$20,694
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not Considered
Test-blind. Grades and essays decide
Median Earnings
$54,742
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Selective
57 out of 100 applicants get in
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Blind
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
With a 57% acceptance rate, Alma College admits most students who meet the academic standards. Focus on putting together a complete, thoughtful application.
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Average
62.9% complete their degree within six years
Retention
85%
4-Year Grad
54%
6-Year Grad
63%
Teaching Quality
14:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
62.3%
$/Student
$14.5K
Class Size
Medium
While 54% finish in 4 years, 85% of freshmen do return for sophomore year. Many students here may take a bit longer, but they stick with it.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$49,552
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$14,180
Books & Supplies
$2,172
Total Cost of Attendance
$63,650
After Financial Aid
$20,694
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$17,162
Receive Grants
27%
Take Loans
56.6%
Don't let the $49,552 sticker price scare you. Most students pay around $20,694 after financial aid, a 58% discount. Families earning under $30K pay closer to $17,162.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Alma College fund their education.
While in School
27%
Get Grants
Free money
56.6%
Take Loans
Must repay
$70,073
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$27,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$286/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The $27,000 median debt is above average, but graduates earn $55K within ten years. The numbers suggest the investment pays off for most students.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Alma College.
Gender
52.5%
Female
48%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,148
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
38
Graduates
24.1%
First-Gen
19 yrs
Avg Age
1.5%
Age 25+
The campus has a balanced gender split (53% women, 48% men). 24.1% are first-generation college students. 5.7% international students add diversity to the campus.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Town: Distant
Campus Quick Facts
1,148
Students
private
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Baccalaureate
Classification
What This College Offers
4-1-4 calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
No
Online Programs
No
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Alma College fields 14 varsity teams with 882 student athletes, about 77% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division III with football
Conference
Michigan
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
14
Biggest: Track & Cross Country
Student Athletes
882
77% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
56% / 44%
498
Men
384
Women
11
Men's Teams
12
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Alma Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$54,742
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Business Administration, Management and Operations
$39K
29 grads
1yr Earnings
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
$46K
28 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$79K
26 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
$52K
23 grads
4yr Earnings
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness
$25K
22 grads
1yr Earnings
Biology, General
—
14 grads
Graduates earn about $46K six years out, growing to $55K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.