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Question 1

What can I study at Albion?

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Albion offers 100+ areas of study. Majors include Biology, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Physics, Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Psychological Science, Economics, Finance, Accounting, Business, Marketing, Communication Studies, English, History, Political Science, Public Policy, International Studies, Philosophy, Religious Studies, Art History, Studio Art, Music, Theatre, Spanish, Environmental Science and Kinesiology, among others. You can also build an Individually Designed Major.

Question 2

What pre-professional programs does Albion offer?

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Albion has strong pre-professional pathways: Pre-Medical, Pre-Dental, Pre-Health, Pre-Nursing, Pre-Physical Therapy, Pre-Veterinary Medicine, Pre-Law, Actuarial Science, an Engineering Dual Degree, and a Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Pre-Medical Studies. Concentrations include Neuroscience, Public Health, and Law, Justice and Society.

Question 3

Does Albion have an honors program?

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Yes. The Prentiss M. Brown Honors Program is Albion's honors program, offering an enhanced academic experience and a culminating thesis for selected students. Pre-health students are also supported by the Wilson Institute.

Question 4

Can I design my own major?

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Yes. Alongside its named majors, Albion offers an Individually Designed Major, so you can build a course of study around your own interests and goals with faculty guidance.

Question 5

Are classes small, and will I work with faculty?

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Yes. Albion is a small, close-knit liberal arts college built around faculty mentorship. Students work directly with professors, including on original research through FURSCA as early as their first year.

Question 6

What are Albion's rankings?

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Albion is recognized as the #1 liberal arts college in Michigan and #2 in the Midwest (Wall Street Journal/College Pulse 2025 Best Colleges), noted for campus diversity, student experience and graduate outcomes.

Question 7

What centers and institutes does Albion have?

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Albion's academics are enriched by centers and institutes including the Prentiss M. Brown Honors Program, the Wilson Institute (pre-health), the Fritz-Shurmur Center for Teacher Development, the Cutler Center for Student Success, and the Career and Internship Center, with programs in public policy, medicine and sustainability.

Question 8

What is Experiential Learning for All?

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Experiential Learning for All is Albion's promise that every student completes real-world, hands-on experience before graduating. It is a graduation requirement, and most students do more than one experience. Options include internships, mentored research, community service, consulting, classroom projects, clinical placements and global study.

Question 9

What counts toward the experiential learning requirement?

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Qualifying experiences include internships, mentored research, community service, consulting through AC3, classroom and clinical projects, AmeriCorps service, study abroad, and EL-designated courses. Student employment can also count if you complete the Experiential Learning Approval Request form with your supervisor.

Question 10

Can I do research as an undergraduate?

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Yes. Through FURSCA (the Foundation for Undergraduate Research, Scholarship and Creative Activity), you can begin original research as early as your first year, paired with a faculty mentor. Summer research grants are paid, with a weekly stipend for up to 10 weeks, and students present at the Elkin R. Isaac Student Research Symposium.

Question 11

How do internships and career support work?

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The Career and Internship Center is your starting point, using Handshake to connect you with internships, on-campus jobs and networking. Completing an internship counts toward the experiential learning requirement.

Question 12

Can I study abroad?

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Yes. Study abroad and off-campus programs are offered through the Center for International Education. To make global experience affordable, Albion offers Albion Go! Grants and the Explorer Free Passport Project.

Question 13

What is AC3?

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AC3 puts interdisciplinary student teams to work on real projects for real clients. These are paid opportunities and count toward the experiential learning requirement.

Question 14

What are Albion's outcomes for graduates?

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99% of Brits are employed or in graduate school within six months of graduating. Albion's medical school placement rate is 93%, described as nearly two and a half times the national average.

Question 15

How do I apply to Albion?

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You can apply online from the Apply to Albion page at albion.edu/admission/apply/. You can also request information at albion.edu/admission/request-info/ and schedule a campus visit or take the virtual tour. There are dedicated pathways for first-year, transfer, international, veteran and Build Albion Fellows applicants.

Question 16

What do I need to apply, and are there deadlines?

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Start on the Apply to Albion page, which walks you through the application and required materials, and the Request Information page connects you with an admission counselor. For current deadlines, required documents and any test policies, check the apply page or contact admission at 517-629-1000.

Question 17

Does Albion accept transfer students?

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Yes. Albion welcomes transfer students and says it makes the credit transfer process easy. There is a dedicated Transfer Students page with details and a counselor to help you.

Question 18

Can international students apply?

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Yes. Albion enrolls international students and has a dedicated International Students admission page with requirements and support for applying from outside the US.

Question 19

Does Albion support military veterans?

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Yes. Albion has a dedicated Military Veterans admission pathway with information and support for veterans and service members applying to the college.

Question 20

What is Build Albion Fellows?

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Build Albion Fellows is a dedicated admission pathway at Albion. Details and eligibility are on its page under Admission at albion.edu/admission.

Question 21

How do I request information or visit campus?

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Request information at albion.edu/admission/request-info/, plan a campus visit at albion.edu/visit, or explore the virtual tour at albion.edu/virtual-tour/. You can also call 517-629-1000.

Question 22

What will I actually pay to attend Albion?

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What families actually pay depends on income. Albion publishes average net costs by family income: about $12,342 for incomes of $0 to $30,000, $11,689 for $30,001 to $48,000, $15,497 for $48,001 to $75,000, $19,731 for $75,001 to $110,000, and $27,008 for $110,001 and above. For a personalized estimate, use the Net Price Calculator on the cost and financial aid page.

Question 23

Do all students get scholarships?

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Yes. 100% of first-year and transfer students receive scholarships from Albion. Merit and special scholarships range from $26,000 to $40,000, and performance scholarships are available regardless of financial need.

Question 24

What is the Albion College Promise?

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Through the Albion College Promise, Albion covers 100% of tuition and fees for Michigan families making under $65,000 a year, after the Michigan Tuition Grant and Federal Pell Grant are applied.

Question 25

What is the average financial aid package?

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The average financial aid package for 2025-26 was $52,128. Overall, 99% of students received help, with more than $69 million in grants awarded.

Question 26

How do I apply for financial aid, and what are the FAFSA deadlines?

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Start by completing the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid). Key dates: December 1 is the recommended filing deadline, May 1 is the deadline for Michigan residents to qualify for state funding, and August 1 is the deadline to complete aid requirements before the fall payment is due.

Question 27

What is student life like at Albion?

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Albion is a close-knit residential campus in Albion, Michigan, with more than 100 clubs and organizations, fraternities and sororities, NCAA Division III Briton athletics, and a wide range of arts, service and outdoor activities. First-year students live in traditional residence halls and share common spaces.

Question 28

Where do students live, and what is dining like?

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First-year students live in traditional residence halls with shared common areas, and students can also cook meals in their halls. Dining options include Baldwin Hall and Read Between the Lines, a campus coffee spot.

Question 29

What clubs and organizations are there?

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Albion has more than 100 clubs and organizations, spanning interests from a medical brigade to equestrian and canoeing, plus academic, cultural, service and recreational groups.

Question 30

Is there Greek life at Albion?

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Yes. Students can join a fraternity or sorority as part of Albion's Greek life and campus community.

Question 31

What health, wellness and support services are available?

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Albion provides holistic health and wellness resources, including 24/7 virtual health and counseling support, and the Dow Recreation and Wellness Center with weights, cardio and group sports. There is also tutoring, accessibility accommodations, and campus safety and security.

Question 32

How does Albion support belonging and spiritual life?

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Albion emphasizes belonging under the theme 'A Space for You. A Space for All,' with an Office of Belonging. The Office of Spiritual Life offers interfaith programming and mentorship for students of all faiths and backgrounds.

Question 33

What are Albion's athletics?

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Albion's teams are the Britons (the Brits), competing in NCAA Division III as members of the Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Association (MIAA). Students can take part in varsity, intramural and club sports, with facilities including the Dow Recreation and Wellness Center. Team info and schedules are at gobrits.com.

Question 34

Where is Albion College located?

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Albion College is in Albion, Michigan, at 611 E. Porter St., Albion, MI 49224. The close-knit campus sits within the city, with a nature center and a downtown area nearby. The main number is 517-629-1000.

Question 35

When was Albion College founded?

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Albion College was founded in 1835. It is a nationally recognized, private liberal arts college that prepares bold, purpose-driven students to act.

Question 36

Is Albion College accredited?

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Yes. Albion College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC). Consumer and accreditation information is published on the college's website.

Question 37

Who is the president of Albion College?

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Albion College is led by President Dr. Wayne Webster, working with the Board of Trustees and leadership team.

Question 38

What is Albion's mission?

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Albion describes itself as a nationally recognized liberal arts college that prepares bold, purpose-driven students to act. Its full Mission, Vision and Values are published on the About section of the website.

Question 39

How do I contact Albion College?

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You can reach Albion College at 517-629-1000, or at 611 E. Porter St., Albion, MI 49224. Prospective students can connect with the Office of Admission through the Request Information form at albion.edu/admission/request-info/.

Question 40

How do I plan a campus visit?

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Plan a visit at albion.edu/visit or albion.edu/about/plan-your-visit/, or take the virtual tour at albion.edu/virtual-tour/ to explore campus from anywhere.

Question 41

How do I request a transcript?

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Transcript requests are handled by the Office of the Registrar. You can find the request process on the registrar's transcripts page at albion.edu/offices/registrar/transcripts/.

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