by our College Data Analytics TeamReview the current tuition and fees for Alma College, and how those costs compare to other schools over time.
For the latest reported year, tuition and fees at Alma College were $49,552 per year for undergraduates. Note that the school does not charge a different rate for in-state students.
Within that total, required fees were $270; what is left is base tuition.
| Most Recent Reported Year | |
|---|---|
| Tuition | $49,282 |
| Fees | $270 |
| Total | $49,552 |
This tuition and fees total reflects one year of study and leave out room and board.
Keep in mind that a number of students receive financial aid and scholarships that lower what they actually pay. The amounts above are before any aid.
What will Alma College cost per credit hour part time? Visit the Cost Per Credit Hour page for details.
For some context, here is how Alma College costs compare against other schools. Each rating shows whether the school runs above or below that group’s average.
| Nationwide | In MI | Similar Colleges | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition & Fees | Expensive | Expensive | Expensive |
Compared to colleges across the country, Alma College sits above the national average.
Bear in mind that aid packages often lower the real cost well below these published figures. Review the Alma College Financial Aid page for specifics.
The table below shows how tuition at Alma College has tracked across the last few reported years.
| Year | Tuition |
|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $43,602 |
| Two Years Ago | $45,346 |
| One Year Ago | $47,160 |
| Most Recent Year | $49,282 |
The chart here shows how tuition at Alma has moved over recent reported years.
From the prior year, tuition climbed 4.5%. Carrying the same rate forward one year puts tuition + fees around $51,781 the year ahead.
Annual tuition increases are the norm at most institutions, so a freshman should expect to pay more by senior year.
Discover answers to frequently asked questions about college tuition and fees for the full rundown.
On average, tuition and fees climbed each year by about 4.14%, so cost a year out lands around $51,604.
At the same pace, the next five years of tuition and fees would project as follows:
| Academic Year | Tuition & Fees |
|---|---|
| Next Year | $51,604 |
| In 2 Years | $53,741 |
| In 3 Years | $55,966 |
| In 4 Years | $58,284 |
| In 5 Years | $60,698 |
When you map out how you’ll pay, build in these annual increases — the running four-year out-of-state total projects near $219,595.
A tuition number is just one part of the picture — grant aid and scholarships often reduce the actual price families pay.
To learn about financial aid at Alma College, head to the Alma College Financial Aid page.
