Alpena Community College

Alpena Community College is a small public specialized institution located in Alpena, Michigan, with an undergraduate enrollment of 732. The institution offers undergraduate and graduate programs across multiple academic disciplines, serving a student body drawn primarily from the local and regional population. As a public institution primarily funded through state appropriations and federal grants, it operates within the broader Michigan postsecondary education landscape and is regionally accredited, making its credits and degrees eligible for federal financial aid. The institution maintains an open-admissions policy for most of its programs, making it accessible to a broad range of prospective students. Net price for families earning \$48,001–$75,000 averages $2,630 per year. Families earning under $30,000 average $590/year — substantially lower. The 4-year graduation rate is 51%, 6 percentage points above the national average of 45%. Among students who received federal financial aid, 10-year median earnings are $36,442. The student-to-faculty ratio is 15:1. Prospective students are encouraged to review net price calculators and complete the FAFSA early, as institutional aid availability varies significantly by family income level.