Alma College

  • 0/10 Overall Rating
  • 4 Year
  • Alma, MI
  • 0 reviews

Overview

Total enrollment

1,197
Alma College overview
  • Location Alma, Michigan
  • Website alma.edu
  • Type Private 4 Year
  • Setting Distant Town
  • Religious Affiliation Presbyterian Church (USA)
Alma College overview
  • Size Small
  • Status Non-profit
  • Housing Yes
  • Level of Study Undergrad

Alma College is a private liberal arts institution located in the central Michigan town of Alma, approximately 50 miles north of Lansing. Established in 1886 by the Presbyterian Church, the campus spans 128 acres and features a mix of historic red brick buildings and modern facilities, including a newly renovated library and performing arts center. The college maintains a selective admission process and is known for its strong programs in business, nursing, and health sciences, while also offering unique opportunities through its nationally recognized Model United Nations program. Alma requires students to live on campus for their first three years, housing them in traditional residence halls and themed living communities, and competes in NCAA Division III athletics as the Scots, primarily in the Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Association.

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  • Academics
    7 out of 10
  • Resources
    7 out of 10
  • Outcomes
    6 out of 10
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Admissions

Admission Standards

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Alma College admission standards
  • GPA 3.5

Acceptance Rate

57%
Alma College applications overview
  • Applications Due -
  • Enrollment Rate 9.6%
  • Application Fee $0

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Annual Cost to Attend

Tuition

$49,552
Costs for Alma College
Fee Cost
Tuition $49,552
Books and Supplies $2,172
Other Fees $270
Room and Board $14,180
Budget for Other Expenses $2,980
Total One Year Cost $69,154

Student Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years

$48,300 per year

Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate

67% within 6 years

Popular Areas of Study

Popular majors at Alma College are Business, Biology, and Recreation, Leisure and Fitness Studies. 21% of students major in Business, 15% in Biology, and 10% in Recreation, Leisure and Fitness Studies.

  • Business 21%
  • Biology 15%
  • Recreation, Leisure and Fitness Studies 10%
  • Visual and Performing Arts 10%
  • Social Sciences 7%

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Data source: NCES / IPEDS https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=168591.

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Last updated: August 2026