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<div class="lw_blurbs_body"><p><strong>Q. What makes Alma College unique?</strong></p><p><em>Alma has a variety of unique opportunities, and dedicated faculty truly make student goals become a reality. Specifically, we have the <a href="/about/the-alma-commitment/">Alma Commitment</a>, <a href="/academics/experiential-learning/spring-term.php">Spring Term</a> travel courses, and unique leadership programs through our <a href="/academics/experiential-learning/leadership-programs/responsible-leadership-institute.php">Responsible Leadership Institute</a>, and the <a href="/academics/experiential-learning/leadership-programs/global-leadership.php">Posey Global Leadership Initiative</a>.</em></p></div>
<div class="lw_blurbs_body"><p><strong>Q. Once I am accepted, how do I access my student portal account?</strong></p><p><em>Students can access their portal account at <a href="http://inside.alma.edu">inside.alma.edu</a>. Your username and temporary password will be mailed to you shortly after your acceptance to Alma.</em></p></div>
<div class="lw_blurbs_body"><p><strong>Q. What types of scholarships do you offer?</strong></p><p><em>Alma College has a variety of <a href="/admissions/financial-aid/grants-scholarships/">merit-based and performance-based scholarships</a> available for students.</em> <em>Please note, as a NCAA Division III institution, we do not award athletic scholarships.</em></p></div>
<div class="lw_blurbs_body"><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst" style="text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1;"> <strong> Q: What kind of school is Alma College?</strong></p><p><em>Alma College is a four-year, undergraduate, private liberal arts and sciences institution.</em></p><p><em>While you earn your bachelor’s degree by studying your choice of more than 40 majors, minors, pre-professional programs, and self-designed Programs of Emphasis, you will also study courses outside your major that provide you with a well-rounded outlook on a variety of topics.</em></p></div>
<div class="lw_blurbs_body"><p><strong>Q. What is the average GPA and ACT for incoming freshmen?</strong></p><p><em>The average first-year student enters Alma with a 23 on the ACT and a 3.5 GPA.</em></p></div>
<div class="lw_blurbs_body"><p><strong>Q. Do you have an application deadline and is there a fee?</strong></p><p><em>Alma College offers rolling admission. Once your application is complete you will receive your admissions decision in approximately 2 weeks. Our application is free when submitted through our website or through the Common Application.</em></p></div>
<div class="lw_blurbs_body"><p><strong>Q. What is the average class size?</strong></p><p> <em>Alma students enjoy an average class size of 18 students, which allows for a very individualized classroom experience.</em></p></div>
<div class="lw_blurbs_body"><p><strong>Q. Where is Alma located?</strong></p><p><em>Alma College is located in Alma, Mich., right in the center of the Lower Peninsula and about one hour north of Lansing.</em></p></div>
<div class="lw_blurbs_body"><p><strong>Q. How many students attend Alma College?</strong></p><p><em>Alma’s enrollment is approximately 1,400 students</em>.</p></div>
<div class="lw_blurbs_body"><p> Q: Can I earn credit for my AP classes?</p><p> A: Incoming students may earn college credit for Advanced Placement courses. Please<br/> see page 24 of the <strong><a href="/live/files/600-2014-15-academic-catalog">Alma College catalog</a></strong> for information about required scores.</p><p> Q: Are there benefits for IB students at Alma?</p><p> A: International Baccalaureate (IB) students can earn 32 credits for their IB diploma, and credit for Higher Level exams. <a href="/admissions/index/international-baccalaureate/">Learn how you might already be earning college credit with IB</a>.</p></div>
<div class="lw_blurbs_body"><p><strong>Q. How do I schedule a visit to campus?</strong></p><p><em style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Students can schedule an individual visit or register for a weekend event day at <a href="/admissions/campus-visits/">www.alma.edu/visit</a>.</em></p></div>

Admissions & Aid

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