# Alpena Community College

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## Overview

- **Location:** Alpena, MI
- **Type:** Public
- **Setting:** Town
- **Region:** Great Lakes
- **Enrollment:** 732
- **Predominant Degree:** Associate's

With an enrollment of 732 students, Alpena Community College is a solid choice for those interested in practical, career-oriented studies. The top programs here include Construction Trades, Health Professions, Business & Marketing, Humanities, and Precision Production. This variety means that whether you're looking to jump into the workforce directly or get a solid grounding in the arts and sciences, there's something that fits your goals.

Looking at what happens after graduation, the earnings for alumni after ten years average around $36,442. That’s a reasonable starting point for many, especially considering the low cost of living in the area. The affordability of attending Alpena is hard to overlook, with a net price of just $3,320. This makes it easier for graduates to find stability without being weighed down by excessive debt.

Speaking of debt, the median load for students who take on loans is $9,024, which is manageable compared to many other institutions. Many students here tend to thrive if they are focused on hands-on learning and career readiness. The 51% graduation rate indicates that while not everyone finishes, those who do often find pathways that lead to meaningful employment in their chosen fields.

## Admissions

| Metric | Value |
|--------|-------|
| Acceptance Rate | N/A |
| SAT Average | N/A |
| ACT Midpoint | N/A |

## Cost & Aid

| Metric | Value |
|--------|-------|
| In-State Tuition | $5,250 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $8,010 |
| Average Net Price | $3,320 |
| Median Debt | $9,024 |
| Pell Grant Rate | 22% |
| Federal Loan Rate | 10% |

### Net Price by Family Income

| Family Income | Net Price |
|--------------|----------|
| $0-$30K | $590 |
| $30K-$48K | $897 |
| $48K-$75K | $2,630 |
| $75K-$110K | N/A |
| $110K+ | $10,623 |

## Outcomes

| Metric | Value |
|--------|-------|
| Graduation Rate | 51% |
| Retention Rate | 50% |
| Earnings (6yr) | $35,275 |
| Earnings (8yr) | $35,994 |
| Earnings (10yr) | $36,442 |
| Debt-to-Earnings | 0.25x |
| Loan Repayment (3yr) | N/A |

## Social Mobility (Opportunity Insights)

Data source: Raj Chetty's Mobility Report Card (30M+ anonymized tax records)

| Metric | Value |
|--------|-------|
| Mobility Rate (Q1→Q5) | 152.77% |
| Success Rate (bottom 20% → top 20%) | 960.6% |
| Students from Bottom 20% | 1590.4% |
| Parent Median Income | $60,600 |

## Social Capital (Social Capital Atlas)

| Metric | Value |
|--------|-------|
| Economic Connectedness | 0.98 |
| Friending Bias | -0.05 |
| Volunteering Rate | 12.9% |
| Support Ratio | 1.00 |

## Top Programs

| Program | Enrollment Share |
|---------|------------------|
| Construction Trades | 31% |
| Health Professions | 21% |
| Business & Marketing | 9% |
| Humanities | 7% |
| Precision Production | 5% |
| Mechanic & Repair Tech | 4% |
| Psychology | 3% |
| Education | 3% |

## Rankings

This school appears in 8 CollegeRanker rankings:

- #5 in [Most Affordable Colleges in Michigan](https://www.collegeranker.com/rankings/most-affordable-colleges-michigan)
- #12 in [Most Affordable Master's Programs](https://www.collegeranker.com/rankings/most-affordable-masters)
- #18 in [Best Master's Programs in Michigan](https://www.collegeranker.com/rankings/best-masters-michigan)
- #20 in [Best Nursing Colleges in Michigan](https://www.collegeranker.com/rankings/best-nursing-michigan)
- #20 in [Best Psychology Colleges in Michigan](https://www.collegeranker.com/rankings/best-psychology-michigan)
- #27 in [Best Colleges in Michigan](https://www.collegeranker.com/rankings/best-colleges-michigan)
- #32 in [Best Trade Schools](https://www.collegeranker.com/rankings/best-trade-schools)
- #41 in [Best Business Colleges in Michigan](https://www.collegeranker.com/rankings/best-business-michigan)

## Data Sources

- U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (https://collegescorecard.ed.gov)
- Opportunity Insights Mobility Report Card (https://opportunityinsights.org/data)
- Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas
- NCES IPEDS

## Citation

CollegeRanker. "Alpena Community College — School Profile." CollegeRanker.com. https://www.collegeranker.com/colleges/alpena-community-college