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Location

Alma College is located in the city of Alma, population 9,000, in the center of Michigan's lower peninsula. 50 miles north of Lansing and two and one-half hours northwest of Detroit, Alma is found at the intersection of US 27 and Route 46. The 100-acre campus is a block and a half west of downtown Alma, and within two hours of Michigan's beaches and ski areas.

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From the north, take US 127 to Alma, 17 miles south of Mt. Pleasant. Take the first Alma exit, which is Business 127. At the third light on Business 127 (also called Wright Avenue), turn right on Superior Street; the College will be on your right.

From the south, take US 127 to Alma, 48 miles north of Lansing. Take the first Alma exit to Business 127, and follow this route (which becomes Superior Street) through the downtown business district. Continue on Superior Street past Wright Avenue; the College will be on your right.

From the west, take Route 46 from US 131, about 40 miles. Turn right on Business 127. At the third light on Business 127 (also called Wright Avenue) turn right on Superior Street; the College will be on your right.

From the east, take Route 46 from Saginaw, about 35 miles. Turn left on Business 127. At the third light on Business 127 (also called Wright Avenue) turn right on Superior Street; the College will be on your right.

If you are arriving by plane, train or bus, the Admissions Office will be happy to provide you with more information.

Alma, Michigan

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Alma College located on a map of the City of Alma.

 

Alma College students have the ability to design their own area of academic concentration, with the assistance of a faculty advisor, to meet specific educational or career goals. In recent years, students have graduated with Programs of Emphasis majors in such fields as arts management, archaeology and anthropology, environmental policy and community advocacy, foreign service and international law, and music technology and digital media.

 

Student Profile

Martin Kuustik

Martin Kuustik
Graduation: 2010
Major: Business Administration
From: Saku Harju, Estonia
Interests: Greek Life, Cultural Awareness

While most international students are here for one year, some stay for four years and earn an Alma degree. These students have the opportunity to get involved in student life taking on positions of leadership and enjoying a well-balanced social life.