Overview
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| Location | Albion, Michigan |
| Online | albion.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Distant Town |
| Religious Affiliation | United Methodist |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad |
Albion College is a private liberal arts institution situated in the small town of Albion, Michigan, approximately 90 miles west of Detroit and 175 miles east of Chicago. The 225-acre campus features a mix of historic red-brick buildings and modern facilities, centered around a traditional quad in a residential setting. Founded in 1835 by Methodist settlers, Albion College maintains its historic roots while operating as a non-denominational institution today. The college is recognized for its pre-professional programs, particularly in pre-medicine and pre-law, along with strong offerings in economics and management, biology, and its Carl A. Gerstacker Institute for Business and Management. Students are required to live on campus for their first three years, residing in one of the college's residential halls or apartment-style housing complexes, and the institution competes in NCAA Division III athletics as the Britons.
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Albion College is rated within the top 41% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 6 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Albion College within the 2025 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#399 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#287 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#10 in Best Colleges in Michigan
#7 in Best Private Colleges in Michigan
#61 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#2 in Best Value Colleges in Michigan
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 930/1160 |
| ACT | 19/27 |
| GPA | 3.48 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $0 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $850 |
| Other Fees | $520 |
| Room and Board | $12,570 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $950 |
| Total One Year Cost | $70,116 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Social Sciences | 19% |
| Biology | 11% |
| Psychology | 10% |
| Physical Sciences | 7% |
| English and Literature | 7% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=168546 IPEDS survey data for Albion College.
Current students may use the Albion College GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2025