Alma College: what international applicants need

What are Alma College's application deadlines for 2026–27?

Alma College admits on a rolling basis for 2026–27: there's no single deadline, and it answers applications as they come in, so applying early is safer.

What is Alma College's acceptance rate?

57% for students who started in fall 2024: Alma College admitted 2,970 of its 5,208 first-year applicants.

• The rate covers all first-year applicants, US and international: the federal data doesn't give a separate rate for international applicants.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release). Source

Does Alma College require the SAT or ACT for international applicants?

It depends. Alma College requires SAT or ACT scores from some applicants or programs only for 2026–27, and its testing page says which.

• This is the policy listed for all first-year applicants. Some universities treat international students differently, so confirm it on the testing page.

How much is Alma College's application fee for international students?

Alma College charges no application fee, for international and US applicants alike.

Which English tests does Alma College accept?

Alma College lists the TOEFL iBT, IELTS Academic, and PTE Academic as accepted English proficiency tests for 2026–27.

• Minimum scores and exemptions (for example if you studied in English) are set by the university: check its international page.

Does Alma College accept the Duolingo English Test?

The Duolingo English Test isn't among the English tests Alma College lists for 2026–27 (TOEFL iBT, IELTS Academic, and PTE Academic). Check its international page before you register.

How many recommendation letters does Alma College require?

Alma College doesn't require recommendation letters on the Common App for 2026–27.

• Letters that aren't required can still be accepted: the university's site says whether it reads them.
• Whatever the letters, your school sends the School Report and, after graduation, the Final Report: the Common App says every university requires them.

Does Alma College require the Common App personal essay?

No. Alma College doesn't require the Common App personal essay for 2026–27, though you can still send it: the Common App lets you submit it to any university.

How many international students does Alma College have?

65 of Alma College's 1,159 undergraduates were international students (US nonresidents) in fall 2024: 5.6%.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 enrollment (provisional release). Source

How much does Alma College cost for international students?

Alma College's published tuition and fees for 2024–25 were $49,552, the same for every student. On-campus food and housing was $14,180. With books and other expenses, a year cost about $68,884 before any financial aid.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Published charges for 2024–25. Costs usually rise each year: check the university's site for 2027–28. Source