B
Good
Score: 62/100

Alpena Community College

4-Year Public
📍 Alpena, Michigan 49707
Outcomes
B
68/100
Affordability
B+
76/100
Resources
C+
64/100
Experience
B+
78/100
Prestige
F
26/100

Quick Stats

1,530
Total Enrollment
50%
Graduation Rate
75%
Retention Rate
13.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$4,091
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Alpena Community College

29% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 447 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$196,542
Avg Monthly Rent
$873
1-Year Change
+10.7%
For parents & investors

The Alpena Community College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $196,542
  • Avg rent near campus: $873/mo — vs ~$511/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 49707 (3.5% cap, Alpena)

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🏆 Where Alpena Community College Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

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Lineworker
of 38 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $7,485 $7,485
Room $4,600
Total Cost (On-Campus) $17,869 $17,869

Financial Aid

85%
Receive Any Aid
44%
Receive Pell Grants
24%
Take Out Loans
$4,091
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$1,336
$30,001 - $48,000$1,608
$48,001 - $75,000$5,127
$75,001 - $110,000$7,747
$110,001+$10,113

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Lineworker 99 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 43 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 23 grads/yr Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 20 grads/yr Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training 19 grads/yr Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician 15 grads/yr Welding Technology/Welder 11 grads/yr Teacher Education, Multiple Levels 10 grads/yr Civil Engineering Technologies/Technicians 9 grads/yr Psychology, General 8 grads/yr Engineering, General 8 grads/yr Electrician 8 grads/yr Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping 7 grads/yr Tool and Die Technology/Technician 6 grads/yr Sociology, General 6 grads/yr Pre-Medicine/Pre-Medical Studies 4 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Police Science 4 grads/yr Clinical Psychology 4 grads/yr CAD/CADD Drafting and/or Design Technology/Technician 4 grads/yr Biological and Physical Sciences 4 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Alpena Community College's top programs commonly pursue.

Electrical power-line installers and repairers
$93k/yr 127,400 jobs
First-line supervisors of mechanics, installers, and repairers
$78k/yr 617,500 jobs
Registered nurses
$94k/yr 3,391,000 jobs
Nursing instructors and teachers, postsecondary
$80k/yr 91,600 jobs
Chief executives
$206k/yr 309,400 jobs
Compensation and benefits managers
$140k/yr 20,900 jobs
Human resources managers
$140k/yr 221,900 jobs
Sales managers
$138k/yr 619,500 jobs

Student Demographics

1,530
Total Students
54%
Women
39%
Traditional Age (18-24)
29%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 89%
Hispanic 3%
Black 2%
Asian 2%

🏠 Living Arrangements

On Campus 17%
Off-Campus (Renters) 29%
With Family 54%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~447 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 55%
Hybrid (Some Online) 29%
Fully Online 16%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 39%
25-64 (Adult) 14%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Alpena Community College?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend Alpena Community College?
Tuition at Alpena Community College is $7,485 for in-state students and $7,485 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $4,091.
What is the graduation rate at Alpena Community College?
The graduation rate at Alpena Community College is 50%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Alpena Community College a good school?
Alpena Community College has a Repit College Score of 62/100 (Grade: B). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (B+): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (B+): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Alpena Community College?
Alpena Community College has a total enrollment of 1,530 students.
Is there rental demand near Alpena Community College?
Yes! Approximately 29% of students at Alpena Community College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 447 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Alpena area.

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