Alma College Admission Requirements
Chances of getting into Alma College
Acceptance Rate
Acceptance Rate
| Measure | Difficulty | |
|---|---|---|
| Admission Standards | Average | |
| Applicant Competition | Low |
How hard is it to get into Alma College and can I get accepted? The school has a 64% acceptance rate ranking it #10 in Michigan for lowest rate of acceptance. Last year, 3,055 out of 4,765 applicants were admitted making Alma College a moderately competitive school to get into with a strong chance of acceptance if you meet the requirements. Academically, it has average requirements for admission test scores, generally admitting students who score in the top 51 percent. Alma College typically accepts and attracts "B+" average high school students. Only 13% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school. Most incoming freshmen graduated in the top quarter of their high school class.
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Find out which students are getting accepted at Alma College, which are not, and how your GPA, SAT, or ACT scores compare.
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Alma College SAT Scores
SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score
SAT Range
Applicants Submitting SAT
| SAT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| SAT Reading 25th | 520 |
| SAT Math 25th | 520 |
| SAT Composite 25th | 1040 |
| SAT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| SAT Reading 75th | 620 |
| SAT Math 75th | 600 |
| SAT Composite 75th | 1220 |
| Average SAT Score | 1130 |
SAT Scores you need to get in
What are the SAT requirements for students to be admitted to Alma College?
Alma College typically requires applicants to be in the top 53 percent of SAT test takers. The school consistently takes SAT composite scores down to 1040 on a 1600 scale, below which admission should be considered a reach. We estimate some students could be accepted with SAT's as low as 950. The estimated average SAT composite for admitted freshman is 1130 out of 1600. The school ranks #13 in Michigan for highest average SAT composite score. A competitive SAT score is critical as 92 percent of applicants submit SAT scores to the school.
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2018 starting classEstimated Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score
| SAT Score (1600 scale) | Competitiveness | Admission Chances |
|---|---|---|
| 1220 and Above | Good | >75% |
| 1130 to 1220 | Avg + | 64%-75% |
| 1040 to 1130 | Avg - | 51%-64% |
| 950 to 1040 | Reach | 38%-51% |
| Less than 950 | Low | <38% |
Alma College ACT Scores
ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score
ACT Range
Applicants Submitting ACT
| ACT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| ACT Reading 25th | 19 |
| ACT Math 25th | 19 |
| ACT Composite 25th | 20 |
| ACT Test | 75th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| ACT Reading 75th | 27 |
| ACT Math 75th | 26 |
| ACT Composite 75th | 26 |
| Average ACT Score | 23 |
ACT Scores needed to get accepted
What are the ACT requirements for prospective students to get into Alma College?
Admission data indicates that Alma College regularly accepts students with ACT's of 20 and above. Successful applicants typically send ACT scores in the top 49 percent nationally. We estimate the school accepting minimum ACT composite scores around 17 in some instances. Prospective students submitting an ACT composite of 23 or higher should be in the upper half of applicants - and students with a 26 and above have very competitive chances. The school ranks #17 in Michigan for highest average ACT composite score. 33 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Alma College.
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2018 starting classEstimated Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score
| ACT Score | Competitiveness | Admission Chances |
|---|---|---|
| 26 and Above | Good | >75% |
| 23 to 26 | Avg + | 64%-75% |
| 20 to 23 | Avg - | 51%-64% |
| 17 to 20 | Reach | 38%-51% |
| Less than 17 | Low | <38% |
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Alma College GPA
Estimated GPA Requirements & Average GPA
Avg. High School GPA
Typical High School Grades
You will need very good grades in high school to get into Alma College. The average high school GPA of the admitted freshman class at Alma College was 3.5 on the 4.0 scale indicating that primarily B+ students are accepted and ultimately attend. The school ranks #10 in Michigan for highest average GPA. If your high school GPA meets these requirements, there is a good chance you will be accepted as Alma College accepts 64% of students who apply.
| High School GPA | Freshmen Within Range | Competitiveness |
|---|---|---|
| 3.75+ | 38% | Good |
| 3.50 to 3.75 | 23% | Avg + |
| 3.25 to 3.50 | 14% | Avg - |
| 3.00 to 3.25 | 12% | Avg - |
| 2.75 to 3.00 | 12% | Reach |
| 2.50 to 2.75 | 1% | Reach |
| 2.25 to 2.50 | N/A% | Low |
| 2.00 to 2.25 | N/A% | Low |
GPA Data Source, Wintergreen Orchard House
High School Class Rank
53% of Alma College freshman were in the top twenty five percent of their high school graduating class.
| High School Class Rank | Freshmen Within Range |
|---|---|
| Top 10% of class | 27% |
| Top 25% of class | 53% |
| Top 50% of class | 84% |
| Bottom 50% of class | 16% |
| Bottom 25% of class | 2% |
Applying
Admission Statistics
| Women | Men | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Applied | 2,874 | 1,891 | 4,765 |
| Accepted | 1,921 | 1,134 | 3,055 |
| Acceptance Rate | 67% | 60% | 64% |
| Enrolled | 250 | 154 | 404 |
| Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) | 13% | 14% | 13% |
Admission Requirements
What are the requirements for admission to Alma College and what student information is used for admission decisions?
| Test Scores | Required |
| High School GPA | Required |
| High School Class Rank | Required |
| Completion of College Preparatory Program | Required |
| Recommendations | Recommended |
| Demonstration of Competencies | Recommended |
Credits Accepted
| AP Credit | Yes |
| Dual Credit | Yes |
| Credit for Life Experiences | No |
Other Colleges to Consider
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| A |
Aquinas CollegeGrand Rapids, Michigan |
| S |
Spring Arbor UniversitySpring Arbor, Michigan |
| T |
Trine UniversityAngola, Indiana |
| G |
Goshen CollegeGoshen, Indiana |
| S |
Silver Lake College of the Holy FamilyManitowoc, Wisconsin |
| C |
Carroll UniversityWaukesha, Wisconsin |
| S |
Saint Norbert CollegeDe Pere, Wisconsin |
Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=168591 IPEDS survey data for Alma College.
FAQs
Does Alma College prefer SAT or ACT?
92% of students submit their SAT scores to Alma College. 33% of applicants send their ACT scores when applying.
What is my chance of getting into Alma College?
64% of those who apply are granted admission to Alma College. Admission competition is low and the college has average admission standards. See if your grades and scores are good enough for admission.
What SAT score is required for Alma College?
The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have SAT scores between 1040 and 1220. 92% of students submit SAT scores when applying. See if your SAT score is good enough for admission.
What ACT score is required for Alma College?
The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have ACT scores between 20 and 26. 33% of students submit ACT scores when applying. See if your ACT score is good enough for admission.
