Choosing a college is a big deal. But don’t stress!
Your college education is a big decision and we know that cost is a big part of that. We’d like to make that decision a little easier.
Check out our “mythbusters” below, designed to show you (and your parents) that you really can afford an Alma education.
Myth: you have to come from a rich family to attend Alma.
Fact: we’ve got students from all economic backgrounds — take a look!
Average Household Income of Alma College Families
As you can see, families just like yours are paying for Alma College.
How? It’s understanding the difference between the sticker price and your actual cost.
You’ll get scholarships and grants — money you don’t have to pay back — to help offset the cost. Then, you can apply for loans or use payment plans to help cover the rest.
Myth: my grades aren't good enough to get scholarships from Alma.
Fact: 100% of our students receive some form of aid; last year, we awarded over $25 million.
Source: U.S. Department of Education, National Center for Education Statistics 2014.
Myth: you can't get a job with a liberal arts education in this market.
Fact: 92% of our 2016 graduates are working or in grad school within 6 months.
The world of financial aid can be a confusing one.
Need to talk it over? Your personal admissions rep is here to help!
Your admissions rep can offer personalized advice on how you and your family can afford Alma College such as:
- Payment plans
- Parent loans
- Outside scholarships