C
Average
Score: 52/100
Overall (traditional)
B
Outcome Rating
67/100 · earnings-weighted

Albion College

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Albion, Michigan 49224
Albion College campus, Albion, MI
Albion College campus, Albion, MI. Photo: Davidpgca, CC BY-SA 4.0 via Wikimedia Commons.
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Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (B) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 57%
Outcomes
B
69/100
Affordability
F
19/100
Resources
C+
57/100
Experience
A+
93/100
Prestige
F
26/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

1,354
Total Enrollment
57%
Graduation Rate
69%
Retention Rate
11.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
83%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Albion College, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$58,799
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$48,203
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$27,000
Median debt at graduation
61.6%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
47.5%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 46% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 71st percentile among bachelor’s-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (MI wage index 0.90). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at Albion College

Median pay of bachelor's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Finance and Financial Management Services$59,926$81,887-2%#170 of 452#146$24,979
Accounting and Related Services$62,266$78,221+3%#291 of 796#238$27,000
Economics$48,756$66,048-20%#315 of 368#265$26,849
Biology$20,713$61,092+7%#302 of 841#204$22,845
Communication and Media Studies$39,209$54,300-4%#326 of 660#235$27,000
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas$43,301$53,210+4%#117 of 345#92$26,047
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness$30,314$49,451-9%#430 of 610#381$27,000
Political Science and Government$39,066————$26,473
Research and Experimental Psychology$23,906————$27,000

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

The Albion College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $156,253
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,095/mo — vs ~$676/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 49224 (5.5% cap, Albion)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $55,226 $55,226
Room $6,080
Board $6,650
Total Cost (On-Campus) $70,116 $70,116

Financial Aid

100%
Receive Any Aid
47%
Receive Pell Grants
70%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

1,354
Total Students
53%
Women
97%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 55%
Hispanic 13%
Black 17%
Asian 1%
Two or More 3%
Non-Resident 4%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 98%
Hybrid (Some Online) 2%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 97%
25-64 (Adult) 1%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Albion College?
Albion College has an acceptance rate of 83%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Albion College?
Tuition at Albion College is $55,226 for in-state students and $55,226 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Albion College?
The graduation rate at Albion College is 57%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Albion College a good school?
Albion College has a Repit College Score of 52/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (A+): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Albion College?
Albion College has a total enrollment of 1,354 students. Most students (97%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology