Alpena Community College (ACC) offers educational programs, technical training, and cultural opportunities to all of Northeast Michigan. Its student population ' numbering 2,165 in the official 2003 spring semester ' is marked by diverse ages, backgrounds, and goals. Small classes and the opportunity for individual attention enhance the quality instruction delivered at Alpena Community College and benefit both the traditional and non-traditional student.
School Highlights
Alpena Community College serves 1,487 students (33% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the state community college average of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is more than the state average of 86%.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
Enrollment: 1,487 students
In-state tuition: $5,970
Out-state tuition: $5,970
Student:teacher ratio: 11:1
Minority enrollment: 96%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
The student population of Alpena Community College has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 has stayed the same over five years.
The Alpena Community College diversity score of 0.19 is less than the state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has grown by 24% over five years.
Total Enrollment
1,487 students
2,074 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
# Full-Time Students
484 students
726 students
# Part-Time Students
1,003 students
1,348 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
963 students
298 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
484 students
737 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
4 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
1,003 students
1,287 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
4 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
64 students
178 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
3%
% Asian
2%
14%
% Hispanic
n/a
n/a
% Black
2%
6%
% White
4%
14%
% Hawaiian
90%
56%
% Two or more races
1%
5%
% Unknown races
n/a
2%
Diversity Score
0.19
0.64
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
35%
14%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
0.4156%
0.2287%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$32,300
$30,700
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $5,970 is more than the state average of $4,952. The in-state tuition has declined by 12% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $5,970 is less than the state average of $6,896. The out-state tuition has declined by 12% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$5,970
$4,952
Out-State Tuition Fees
$5,970
$6,896
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
98%
89%
Median Debt for Graduates
$10,793
$11,704
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
n/a
98%
Source: 2023 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
Founded in 1952, Alpena Community College offered classes at Alpena
High School (then on Second Avenue) until the current campus was
established in 1957. We were part of the Alpena K-14 public school
system until 1979, when district voters decided the college should
be independent and governed by its own Board of Trustees. ACC
offers two-year degrees, one-year certificates, customized training
and cultural opportunities to all of Northeast Michigan. Each
semester, we attract more than 2,000 credit students of diverse
ages and backgrounds. About two-thirds of our students live in the
Alpena area, while the remaining one-third or so come from
neighboring Alcona, Iosco, Montmorency and Presque Isle counties.
In addition, the national reputation of some of our programs
attract students from elsewhere in Michigan and throughout the
United States. There are a variety of social, academic, athletic,
cultural and service opportunities available to students at Alpena
Community College. Involvement in activities beyond the classroom
help you meet new people, broaden your interests and have fun, -
important aspects of the collegiate experience. The Alpena
Community College main campus is situated on 700 acres in Alpena,
Michigan, just a short distance from Lake Huron. Our Huron Shores
Campus in Oscoda serves residents in and around Iosco County. In
addition, we offer selected classes in Rogers City, Whittemore and
Tawas City. The college is accredited by the North Central
Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Institutions of
Higher Education.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Alpena Community College cost?
Alpena Community College's tuition is approximately $5,970 for In-State students and $5,970 for Out-State students.
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Quick Stats (2024-25)
Enrollment: 1,487 students
In-state tuition: $5,970
Out-state tuition: $5,970
Student:teacher ratio: 11:1
Minority enrollment: 96%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
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For Michigan public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $4,952 per year for in-state students and $6,896 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $11,103 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.
