Albion College
- 4 Year
- ALBION, MI
College
Albion College Reviews
Rating 3.94 out of 5 724 reviews
Intimate Campus, where everyone knows everyone. There are so many ways to get connected with alumni, create opportunities for your future, and many ways to get involved on campus. There is truly no other school like Albion.
When it comes to my college experience, I am generally pleased. My school is very accommodating when it comes to my mental health and my identity. I honestly don't have much to complain about, other than the inability to cover my tuition.
I couldn't have made a better choice as to where I spend the next 4 years of my life. I just started my sophomore year at Albion College, and it has become my new home already, it has such a welcoming feel with beautiful views year-round. We have a smaller campus here which is really nice, very easy to make friends so just about everywhere you go you see a friendly face. The professors here are unbelievable, they will do everything they possibly can to see you succeed, they open up their whole life to accommodate you and whatever needs you may have.
It is warm and focused on academics with an emphasis on relationships and integrity. There is no limit to the help you can receive and how far you can succeed.
When it came time to pick a college after high school I was completely lost. I had no knowledge on what schools I would excel in and had no idea how I was going to find somewhere where I felt comfortable at. College is a scary thing to think about and quite frankly I don't believe we will ever be prepared enough. What will the people be like, what will my new environment provide, how will I make friends, what if I miss home, what if I hate the food? There are countless what-ifs when trying to find the perfect match. Albion College was a school I had very little information on. But after my campus visit, meeting staff members, and speaking with sports coach, all my what-ifs went away. I knew I wanted to be there, and so I made it happen. After only one year at Albion, I can confidently say it became my home. Everyone there became my family. I felt comfortable, safe, confident, and most importantly accepted. I had become part of something special and i'm glad that it was at Albion.
Staff are very friendly and the classes are wonderful. Enrollment for your first semester is easily handled and there are plenty of resources for new students to get acquainted with campus even from far away!
Albion is a great place to start college it is small enough to the point where students and professors can get an actual connection and a huge facility and a broad range of majors and minor that will make it easy for you to find your place on the campus and in the college life. My Freshman was one of the most incredible times I’ve ever had I have met people from all over the world from Texas to Africa and being from Michigan that is a real change but everyone there made it very comfortable and overall just a great school
One of my favorite things about Albion is how small it is and how the relationship you build with your teachers. The biggest problem of Albion is it's too small and at times feels like there is nothing really to due. The administration was really lacking when I was there.
Overall, as a student athlete, the experience has been positive. My classes are challenging and the professors, for the most part, make an effort to create high quality lessons. There is no special treatment for athletes, especially since most of the students are involved in athletics in some form. I’ve made some of the best friends of my life here.
As for things I would like to see changed: In the beginning, when I had a difficult roommate situation, the school was slow to address it. I made multiple attempts to try to move to another room, but was treated as if I was being overly dramatic. In reality, the roommate was having serious, unaddressed, mental health issues and was using drugs and alcohol excessively. When I was finally able to move rooms I was able to get the sleep I needed and began to succeed in the classroom and on the field.
As for things I would like to see changed: In the beginning, when I had a difficult roommate situation, the school was slow to address it. I made multiple attempts to try to move to another room, but was treated as if I was being overly dramatic. In reality, the roommate was having serious, unaddressed, mental health issues and was using drugs and alcohol excessively. When I was finally able to move rooms I was able to get the sleep I needed and began to succeed in the classroom and on the field.
Some of the good things about Albion College include its strong academic programs, particularly in the sciences and humanities, its dedicated faculty, and its commitment to providing a well-rounded education through its liberal arts curriculum.
However, there are also some potential drawbacks to consider. Albion College is a relatively small school, which means that it may not have the same level of resources or opportunities as larger universities. Additionally, some students have reported that the campus culture can be insular or cliquish, and that there is a lack of diversity among the student body. Finally, like many private colleges, Albion College can be quite expensive, which may be a barrier for some students.
However, there are also some potential drawbacks to consider. Albion College is a relatively small school, which means that it may not have the same level of resources or opportunities as larger universities. Additionally, some students have reported that the campus culture can be insular or cliquish, and that there is a lack of diversity among the student body. Finally, like many private colleges, Albion College can be quite expensive, which may be a barrier for some students.
Albion College is an excellent college because of the experience you get attending a liberal arts college, and if you like small classrooms and speaking with the professors easily after class, this college is the match for you! In addition, the college provides diverse experiences and resources you need or have not thought of for the careers you wish to pursue, leaving the campus grounds.
Professors and athletics are wonderful. However, the administration is not in touch with their students or community. Safety is a real scary issue. They refuse to spend money on long overdue lighting and surveillance upgrade to their parking lots. It’s not a safe campus if that is what is important to you. Campo security worries only about breathing down the back of students making sure there are no parties. They could care less about their safety.
It has amazing professors but the administation doesn't seem to care for the students. there is one dorm hall that hasn't had hot water all year. You only come here for the professors and the alumni network
The quality of education is fantastic at Albion, and the athletics strives to make you the best you can be. The staff focuses on getting you your best possible education while still maintaining a sense of small town friendliness.
Overall pretty decent, but professors are very nice and helpful. Campus is very small just like the town, although most things are mid education isnt that bad with most professors being very nice and helpful along the way.
Albion is very diverse and full of welcoming people. The facilities and resources are outstanding and I have everything I need to succeed here. One thing that could improve is the amount of parking, it is very limited and first come first serve.
I liked that it was a comfortable environment because of how small it is. You are able to meet a lot of people just from campus events. Becoming close to professors and being able to participate in class is so easy because of how small the classes are. One-on-one with staff is made so much easier as you are made a priority. Safety is also good around here, for example, they highlight the importance of Title 9. Very progressive and they are well educated about activism. The only con is that there isn't much to do, excluding curricular and campus events. The town nearby is empty so you need a car to get to places like the grocery store, unless you walk far distances or get a van ride offered by the school. There are many sports, including unique ones like equestrian and e-sports. It is also very easy to form a club if you have a special interest you'd like to share. The financial aid is great and it's one of the main reasons I came here.