Alma College

Alma College is a private liberal arts college located in Alma, Michigan. Known for its personalized education and strong Scottish heritage, Alma offers students a close-knit campus community.

1,273

Students

65%

Acceptance Rate

Undergrads

1,235

Classification

Comprehensive

Type

Private, Religious

Religious Affiliation

Protestant

Website

alma.edu

Emphasizing academic excellence and experiential learning, Alma College is dedicated to nurturing the intellectual and personal growth of its students. The college offers a wide array of majors and programs, encouraging students to pursue their passions and engage in hands-on learning experiences. With a supportive faculty and numerous opportunities for research, internships, and global study, Alma prepares students to become thoughtful and impactful leaders. Additionally, the college’s vibrant campus life, complete with numerous student organizations and athletic programs, ensures that students have a well-rounded and enriching college experience.

Admissions

Do you have the credentials necessary to get into Alma College?

65% acceptance rate

Somewhat Selective

Admission Standards

Grades & Testing

Average SAT score

Unknown

Testing

Test Blind

Average High School GPA

3.59

Application Deadlines

Early Decision / Early Action?

No

The most important factors Alma College considers when admitting students are:

•Academic GPA
•Application Essay
•Rigor of Secondary School Record

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Financials

See what it costs to attend Alma College.

$ 63,940

Overall list price

$ 24,862

Average net price

$ 25,050

Merit Price™

Very Generous

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Social & Lifestyle

What's it like attending Alma College?

Town

Campus Setting

Republican

State vote for president

Moderate

Greek participation

Weather

Sunny days

Very Cloudy

Average winter temp

24°

Average summer temp

69°

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Academics

What to expect in the classroom at Alma College.

12:1

Student to faculty ratio

51%

4-year grad rate

64%

6-year grad rate

The most popular majors at Alma are:

Business Administration and Management, General
Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
Psychology, General

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Demographics

Who attends Alma College?

29

States represented

18

Countries represented

No

State DEI laws

Student Body

Students

1,273

Women

54%

Men

46%

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Housing

What's it like living at Alma College?

$13,128

Room & Board

1

Housing units / student

98

%

Students on campus

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FAQs

What GPA is needed to get into Alma College?

The average GPA of the most recently accepted class was 3.59.

How much does Alma College cost?

For the most recent year, it cost $63,940 to attend Alma.

How many people attend Alma College?

1,273 people attend Alma. 1,235 are undergraduate students and 38 are graduate students.

Where is Alma College located?

Alma College is located in Alma, Michigan. It is in a Town environment.

Can I get into Alma College with a 3.5 GPA?

In the most recent class of admissions, 68% of students submitted a 3.5 GPA or higher.

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