Life at Alma
Home is where the plaid is
At Alma, college life goes beyond academics to enrich your experience. It means fully engaging with our vibrant campus that offers opportunities for personal growth, community engagement, and unforgettable memories. Whether you’re catching up over coffee, relaxing in your residence hall, or joining clubs, you’ll find a community that celebrates you.
Living on Campus
Living on Campus
As a residential college, Alma is where you’ll live and learn — and you’ll find it will quickly feel like home. Our campus is a friendly, welcoming place. You’ll build connections through your classes and extracurricular activities, but your closest friends may very well become the people you live with in Alma’s residence halls or themed housing options.
Plaid proud
Plaid proud
Life as a Scot means that no matter which activities you choose to get involved with, each one will help you explore new ideas and interests. You will lead, laugh, and yes, even learn. Isn’t that what college is all about?
Tartan 101
Learn to navigate Alma life as a new student! Attend our onboarding event before the first semester. Connect with Scots, explore Alma, and have fun starting campus life!
Student Portal
Explore the portal and organize your life on campus. Select your meal plan, access housing options, review financial aid, pay your bill, and receive important student information.
Parent and Supporter Portal
The portal keeps parents and supporters connected, offering essential information on events, deadlines, milestones, and tips to support your life as a Scot in college.
Participate your way
Participate your way
You’ll be many things at Alma College: challenged, inspired, and empowered.
But one thing you won’t be? Bored.
At the starting block or in the stands, on either side of the curtain, or in a student organization surrounded by friends, we know you’ll find your community.
Fraternity and Sorority Life
Alma has five sororities and five fraternities, each providing various leadership opportunities in work, service, academics, and athletics.
Athletics
With 31 varsity sports teams and special-interest club sports like skiing and climbing, there are ample opportunities to stay active.
Arts at Alma
Ready to step into the spotlight? 25% of Alma students participate in at least one music, dance or theatre performance each year. That means you’ll be in good company as you channel your creativity!
We celebrate you
We celebrate you
At Alma, there are numerous opportunities to step outside of your comfort zone, or perhaps find exactly where you belong.
Diversity and Inclusion
Get involved with diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives across campus.
Cultural and Affinity Student Organizations
Gain a deeper understanding and explore diverse cultures represented on campus through groups like the Asian Student Union, French Club, and Multicultural Student Union.
Spiritual Life
Spiritual wellness is integral to a liberal arts education. Our interfaith programming provides opportunities to nurture your faith and learn about your peers’ beliefs.
Academic and community engagement
Academic and community engagement
Experience personalized support and a nurturing environment at Alma College, where our commitment to excellence and inclusive learning goes beyond the classroom, and creates a community that empowers you on your educational journey. We can help tailor study habits, organize schedules, map out an academic plan, talk to professors or roommates, explore career goals, and help you adjust to college life.
Disability Support Services
Alma College is committed to ensuring that you have access to the educational, social, and cultural opportunities that are part of the Alma experience. Classroom accommodations, housing accommodations, assistive technologies as well as advocacy and support are all part of the services provided to students who identify as having a disability.
Center for College and Community Engagement
At Alma, transformation happens in both the classroom and in the community. Find purpose, deepen your connections and be a part of building a just and sustainable world through opportunities to engage, learn and grow in partnership with the local community.
Career and Personal Development
We are committed to your personal success. Our staff and customized resources can help you find your niche.
Campus safety and wellness
Campus safety and wellness
Our commitment to safety and wellness ensures a thriving community, allowing you to focus on your academic and personal growth in a safe and supportive setting.
Safety and Security
The Office of Campus Safety is open 24/7, 365 days a year, and staffed with trained security professionals. Resources and training are available to educate students, faculty and staff about crime prevention.
Alan J. Stone Center for Recreation
Socialize, enjoy yourself, and alleviate stress. You can freely utilize and engage with the recreation center’s many resources and activities.
The Wilcox Medical Center
Our on-campus health clinic, is staffed by a full-time registered medical assistant, nurse practitioner, and licensed mental health professionals who can help you feel good and flourish.