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Kalamazoo College

Private nonprofit Kalamazoo, MI · Urban · Great Lakes · 100% data reported · Agent Insights
79%
Graduation Rate
$65,590
Earnings (10yr)
$19,072
Net Price
75%
Acceptance Rate

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Overview

Kalamazoo College is ideal for students looking for a supportive environment with a strong focus on liberal arts education. With an acceptance rate of 75%, it welcomes a diverse range of students who are interested in programs like Biology and Biomedical studies, Business and Marketing, and Social Sciences. The academic community here emphasizes not just learning, but also personal growth and exploration, making it a great fit for those who want to engage deeply with their education.

After graduation, students can expect a solid earning potential. The average salary ten years post-graduation is $65,590, which speaks to the value of the education received here. This earning level suggests that graduates are generally able to move up in their careers, finding positions that reflect their skills and knowledge. Affordability remains a consideration, with a net price of $19,072 after aid, making it accessible for many families.

When we look at the financial side, the median debt for graduates stands at $26,077, which is manageable given the earnings potential. Students who thrive at Kalamazoo are often those who engage actively with the campus community and take advantage of the resources available. With 26% of students receiving Pell Grants, there's an understanding of the financial challenges many face, reinforcing the college's commitment to supporting its students through their academic journeys.

Rankings

How Kalamazoo Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation79%Earnings 10yr$66KNet Price$19KRetention85%Median Debt$26KPell Grant Rate26%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$12K$0-30K$12K$30-48K$15K$48-75K$29K$110K+

The Mobility Equation

Mobility = Access x Success. How many low-income students get in, and how many reach the top 20%?

ACCESS% from bottom 20%269.1%SUCCESS% who reach top 20%4063.1%MOBILITY109.34%

Cost & Financial Aid

$61,050
In-State Tuition
$61,050
Out-of-State
$19,072
Avg Net Price
$26,077
Median Debt
26%
Pell Grant Rate
45%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$12,019
Family Income $0–$30K
$11,804
Family Income $30K–$48K
$15,337
Family Income $48K–$75K
$28,672
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$46,137
6 Years After Entry
$56,248
8 Years
$65,590
10 Years
0.4x
Debt-to-Earnings
59%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$46,137 6yr $56,248 8yr $65,590 10yr

Social Mobility

Data: Raj Chetty's Mobility Report Card · 30M+ anonymized tax records

109.34%
Mobility Rate
Bottom 20% → Top 20%
4063.1%
Success Rate
If bottom 20% get in
269.1%
From Bottom 20%
Share of students
$139,700
Parent Median Income

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

1.71
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
-0.01
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
15.5%
Volunteering Rate
1.00
Support Ratio
Community support

Innovation

Data: Opportunity Insights Patent & Innovation Data

0.961%
Inventor Rate
14
Total Patents

Academics & Admissions

Acceptance Rate 75%
Retention Rate 85%
SAT Average 1280
ACT Midpoint 27
SAT Range 1170–1380
ACT Range 20–29
Full-Time Faculty 85%
Faculty Salary (mo) $8,916
Diversity Index 0.58
First-Gen Students 14%

Top Programs

Biology & Biomedical 22%
Business & Marketing 14%
Social Sciences 12%
Psychology 11%
English & Literature 8%
Physical Sciences 6%
Computer Science & IT 5%
Visual & Performing Arts 5%