About Albion College
Type
Private
Not-For-Profit
4 Years
Student Population
1,533
Website
www.albion.eduAccreditation
HLC
Religious Affiliation
United Methodist
On Campus Housing
Yes
Albion College which is a private, United Methodist university, is located in Albion, Michigan. Taking into account all the courses offered at Albion College, the total enrolment stands at 1,475. The school has a total of 134 academic staff. These faculty teach different courses to the students. Around 99% of the students are 24 and under at Albion College. Shedding some light on gender distribution at AC, around 54% of the students are females and 46% are males. Prentiss M. Brown, Jon Scieszka, Doug Parker, and Martin Nesbitt are some of the well-known alumni of the school. Several other achievers owe their success to this university. The university boasts of a decent sports infrastructure, which helps in developing the personality of its students. A total of 46 programs are currently offered by the varsity to the students. It includes both the residential as well as online programs. The university also has a long list of accreditations. It has been accredited by Higher Learning Commission, and Higher Learning Commission.
Rankings
The ranking of a particular college helps a student decide where to apply, which is always a tough decision. The two popular publications, US News and Forbes, are among the most trusted publications when it comes to the rankings of an educational institution. The ranking of a college plays an important role in helping a prospective candidate choosing the right college. It helps them assess the college's performance based on several factors, which include research excellence, the performance of the students after they complete their education, student experience, and most importantly academic success. However, it is to be noted that Albion College does not feature in the list of top colleges, according to the latest rankings by these two publications.
Admissions
Application Deadline
Rolling Admissions
Acceptance Rate
68%
SAT Range
1010 - 1240
ACT Range
20 - 26
Application Fee
FALSE$
SAT/ACT
Recommended
High School GPA
Required
Accept Common App
Yes
The admission to Albion College is easy and the students can make the most out of it. Albion College has 3 admission thresholds. A non-refundable fee, along with the application form, is required to be deposited by the students, in order to complete the process. The SAT score in the range of 990-1200 would boost a student's chances of securing admission. A candidate, in order to take admission to Albion College, must score 24 in her ACTs. But, in certain cases, those having ACT scores less than 21 are also given admission. As expected, the candidates can complete the process either online or by visiting the school's office at 611 E Porter St, Albion, Michigan 49224. To gather more information, they can call them at (517) 629-1000.
Annual Cost to Attend
Net Price
$17,663
Average Annual Cost
$45,070
Books And Supplies
$700
Other Fees
$520
Room And Board
$12,380
Budget For Other Expenses
$800
Total One Year Cost
$59,470
Tuition fees and the cost of living during the course tenure are the next two things that a student should keep in mind before applying to AC. The full-time cost of attendance is approximately $62,155 per year. This cost consists of the average annual tuition cost ($48,275), books and supplies ($700), room and boarding ($12,380), and budget for other expenses ($800). Students can also explore numerous financial aid options offered by the university.
Academics
Highest Degree Offered
Bachelor's degree
Student:Faculty Ratio
11:1
Full-Time Retention Rate
75%
Part-Time Retention Rate
N/A
Academic Calendar
Semester
Research Funding per Student
$307
Faculty Overview
Male Professors
Female Professors
Non-traditional Learning
Evening Degree Programs
Teacher Certification
Distance Education
Study Abroad
Majors
Economics
38 Graduates
Biology, General
37 Graduates
Psychology, General
32 Graduates
Communication and Media Studies
30 Graduates
Business Administration, Management...
20 Graduates
Health and Physical Education/Fitne...
17 Graduates
Finance and Financial Management Se...
13 Graduates
Romance Languages, Literatures, and...
13 Graduates
Political Science and Government
12 Graduates
Physics
11 Graduates
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervent...
9 Graduates
Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecu...
9 Graduates
Rhetoric and Composition/Writing St...
9 Graduates
Fine and Studio Arts
7 Graduates
History
7 Graduates
Religion/Religious Studies
7 Graduates
Chemistry
6 Graduates
English Language and Literature, Ge...
6 Graduates
Natural Resources Conservation and...
6 Graduates
Teacher Education and Professional...
6 Graduates
International/Global Studies
5 Graduates
Philosophy
5 Graduates
Sociology
5 Graduates
Anthropology
4 Graduates
Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft
3 Graduates
Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosc...
3 Graduates
Germanic Languages, Literatures, an...
3 Graduates
Mathematics
3 Graduates
Music
3 Graduates
Public Relations, Advertising, and...
3 Graduates
Public Policy Analysis
2 Graduates
Sociology and Anthropology
2 Graduates
Statistics
2 Graduates
Accounting and Related Services
1 Graduates
Sustainability Studies
1 Graduates
Student Body
Undergraduate Students
1,533
Socio-Economic Diversity
35%
Part-time
2%
Students Gender
LGBTQIA STUDENT RESOURCE GROUPS
ON CAMPUS WOMEN'S CENTER
Race/Ethnicity
Geographic Density
Geographic Density
High
Unknown Location
Out Of State
In State
Foreign
Economic Diversity
36% percentage of students who recieved an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
Median Household Income
$71,426 per year
Campus Life
Housing
The students can reside on campus and 100% of Freshman Live On-Campus.
On Campus Housing Available
Yes
Freshmen Required to Live on Campus
No
Freshmen Live on Campus
100%
Undergrads in College Housing
93%
Averege Housing Cost
$6,080/year
Campus Food
The institution has several dining and meal plan options available to students and the average meal plan cost is around $6,300/year.
Meal Plan Available
Yes
Average Meal Plan Available
$6,300/year
Athletes
Division Sports Nickname
Britons
School Colors
purple and gold
Varsity Athletics Association
NCAA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Assoc
Total Male Athletes
315
Total Female Athletes
203
Intramural Sports
20
Sports Club
16
Sports Team (Men)
Baseball
Basketball
Cross Country
Equestrian
Football
Golf
Lacrosse
Soccer
Swimming and Diving
Tennis
Track and Field
Sports Team (Women)
Basketball
Cross Country
Equestrian
Golf
Lacrosse
Soccer
Softball
Swimming and Diving
Tennis
Track and Field
Volleyball
Campus Safety
24-Hour Security Patrol
Yes
Campus Emergency Phones
Yes
24-Hour Escort Safety rides
Yes
Mobile Campus Emergency Alert
Yes
The college additionally offers an on-campus housing facility for students who wish to dwell nearby. The normal expense for on-campus housing is $12,380 per year. The average meal plan at AC costs around $6,300 a year. Notably, students at the varsity get to choose from various dining and meal plan options as well. To ensure the safety and security of students, the college has a number of campus safety and security measures in place. Some of these features include 24-hr security patrol, campus emergency phones, 24-hr escort safety rides and mobile campus emergency alert. The college has enrolled around 46% male and 54% female students.
After Graduation
Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
$34,900/year
Median Earnings 10 Years After Graduation
$47,400/year
Typical Monthly Loan Payment
$280 - 280
Financial Aid
Students Receiving Gift Aid
Average Aid Per Year
$39,041
Students Receiving Federal Grants
Average Aid Per Year
$5,198
Students Receiving State Aid
Average Aid Per Year
$2,040
Students Receiving Institutional Grants
Average Aid Per Year
$35,386
Average Grant & Scholarship by Family Income
Income
Average Amount
< $30K
$46,975
$30K - $48K
$45,832
$48K - $75K
$43,863
$75K - $110K
$35,923
> $110K
$29,965
Total Needs based Scholarships/Grants
$46,684,184
Total Non-Needs based Scholarships/Grants
$8,580,045
As mentioned, if one finds the fees and cost of living at AC to be on the higher side, the financial aid department of the varsity would be of huge assistance. They can assist students with scholarships, grants, and student loans as well. The average federal grant that comes from the college is around $5,338, whereas the financial aid is $37,255. The students at the college are provided with state aid and institutional aid. The state aid stands at $2,388, while the institutional aid is $37,255. At AC, the total amount of need-based scholarships/grants awarded to students stands at $46,684,184 per year. On the other hand, the total non-need-based scholarships/grants offered in a year add up to $8,580,045.
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