by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual’s Best for the Money Rankings compare the quality of a Alma degree with its cost to decide whether the school is asking a fair price. Here is how Alma measures up.
Alma is ranked #2,326 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of F. Within Michigan, it ranks #66 of 77 for value.
Among the majors Alma offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Health Services | #80 of 98 |
| Communications / Public Relations | #136 of 205 |
| Special Education | #240 of 307 |
| International Business | #265 of 332 |
| Secondary Education | #325 of 404 |
| Teacher Education | #325 of 404 |
| Marketing | #399 of 534 |
| Marketing/Marketing Management, General | #399 of 534 |
| Elementary Education | #571 of 681 |
| Teacher Education Grade Specific | #656 of 789 |
Read the full Alma value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
Alma College is ranked #21 out of #46 in Michigan for quality and #66 out of #77 for Michigan value.
Do you qualify for in-state tuition? Check the Alma financial aid page to be sure.
Alma College is ranked #2,326 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, Alma College is overpriced for the quality of education it provides.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at Alma costs about $24,135. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $96,542 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $63,712 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $20,694 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $24,135 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $96,542 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
There are many ways to lower the cost of a college education. Consider in-state tuition, transfer credits, or finishing your degree faster. Learn more about Alma net price and the factors that affect it.
What Alma costs you depends on how much aid you receive, so few students fit perfectly into averages.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a Alma degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $254,848 | — | — |
| All Students | $96,542 | #2,326 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $82,776 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $254,848 | — | — |
| All Students | $96,542 | #66 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $82,776 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at Alma shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $18,726 |
| $30K–$48K | $21,279 |
| $48K–$75K | $22,322 |
| $75K–$110K | $24,627 |
| Over $110K | $26,994 |
About 92% of Alma undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $39,873 per year. Get more details on the Alma financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual determines value by weighing a school’s average total cost against its educational quality, then comparing it to other schools in the same quality tier. See the Alma net price page for the cost detail.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.