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Kalamazoo College

Kalamazoo, Michigan 49006-3295

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Strong graduate outcomes — known for biology

Kalamazoo College is a private institution in Kalamazoo with particular strength in biology and business. With an average SAT of 1270, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.

A small campus of 1.2K undergraduates with a 10:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.

82% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $65,590 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $18,873.

Established
1833
Motto
Lux Esto
Mascot
Buzz
Type
Private liberal arts college
Conference
NCAA's Division III and the Michigan
Division
Division III

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76%Acceptance
1270SAT Avg
1,175Students
10:1Student:Faculty
82%Grad Rate
$65,590Earnings 10yr
$18,873Net Price

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

Kalamazoo College Launches New Data Science Minor

Starting Fall 2026, students can pursue an interdisciplinary data science minor combining CS, statistics, and domain courses.

tuition2026-02-28

Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27

The board of trustees approved a 3.2% tuition increase for the upcoming academic year, in line with peer institutions.

Admissions

Acceptance Rate76.2%

SAT Score Ranges

Average: 1270

Reading & WritingMid: 640
610700
MathMid: 630
578673

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.

Admissions Intel

Acceptance Rate

76.2%

Trend

SAT Avg

1270

Yield Rate

35.0%

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Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition$58,764
Room & Board$12,084
Books & Supplies$900
Total Cost of Attendance$71,173
Average Net Price$18,873
Median Debt at Graduation$26,077
Monthly Payment (10yr)$276

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$14,732
$30–48K$12,833
$48–75K$17,500
$75–110K$22,143
$110K+$29,188

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.

Debt & Aid Detail

Net Price Trend

Tuition Trend

Graduate w/ Zero Debt

53.1%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$22,810

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Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

8

Peer Average

13

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus security, emergency notification system

Incident Breakdown (2024)

2

Burglary

0

Aggravated Assault

0

Robbery

1

Motor Vehicle Theft

1

Sex Offenses

0

Arson

2

Drug Arrests

2

Liquor Arrests

Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).

Programs (24)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

84%

Mixed
  • •84% first-year retention rate
  • •Active student organizations
  • •Engaged campus community

Mental Health Services

Counselor Ratio

1:350

24/7 Crisis Line

Yes

Free Sessions

12 per year

Avg Wait

5 days

Walk-in hours available weekdays

Disability Services

Dedicated OfficeOffice of Disability Services
Extended test timeNote-taking assistanceHousing accommodationsAccessible transportation

ADA-compliant campus with ongoing accessibility improvements

Dining

Rating

★★★★☆

Score

4/5

Meal Plan

$6,200/yr

VegetarianVeganGluten-freeHalalKosher

Multiple dining halls with farm-to-table options

Student Body

Undergrads
1,175
Gender Split
56% / 44%
Women / Men
First Generation
14%
Pell Grant Recipients
23%

Race & Ethnicity

White 61%
Black 5%
Hispanic 17%
Asian 5%
Two+ 6%
Int'l 3%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate81.7%
Freshman Retention83.5%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$46,137
10 Years$65,590

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.

Rankings

Forbes
#22
↑1
vs 2024

More About This School

Varsity Sports — Hornets

Tennis squadTennis

History & Fun Facts

  • •Its charter was granted on April 22, 1833, the first school chartered by the Legislative Council of the Territory of Michigan.
  • •In 1837, the name of the fledgling college was changed to the Kalamazoo Literary Institute and school officials made their first attempt to secure recognition as a college from the state of Michigan.

Source: Wikipedia

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

112Above Average

Housing and food costs are higher than national average

Climate (School Year)

68°
Sep
55°
Oct
42°
Nov
30°
Dec
25°
Jan
28°
Feb
38°
Mar
50°
Apr
62°
May
Snowfall: 48"Sunny days: 200Rainy days: 120

Nearest Cities

Bostonpop. 675,647
90 miles(95 min)
Hartfordpop. 121,054
60 miles(70 min)

Transit Scores

BikeableCampus shuttle: Free campus shuttle runs 7am-midnight
72
Walk Score
45
Transit Score
68
Bike Score

Local Economy

Unemployment Rate3.2%
Top Employers
UniversityRegional Medical CenterTech corridor firms
Key Industries
EducationHealthcareTechnology

Getting There

Nearest Airports

DTW Detroit115 mi
ORD Chicago O'Hare120 mi
MKE Milwaukee125 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA742 mi · ~21h 26m drive
New York, NY609 mi · ~17h 36m drive
Hartford, CT664 mi · ~19h 11m drive
Providence, RI728 mi · ~21h 2m drive
Albany, NY604 mi · ~17h 27m drive
Syracuse, NY483 mi · ~13h 57m drive
Rochester, NY410 mi · ~11h 51m drive
Buffalo, NY344 mi · ~9h 56m drive
Philadelphia, PA566 mi · ~16h 21m drive
Pittsburgh, PA317 mi · ~9h 9m drive
Harrisburg, PA473 mi · ~13h 40m drive
Newark, NJ601 mi · ~17h 22m drive
Washington, DC506 mi · ~14h 37m drive
Baltimore, MD514 mi · ~14h 51m drive
Atlanta, GA594 mi · ~17h 10m drive
Charlotte, NC551 mi · ~15h 55m drive
Raleigh, NC584 mi · ~16h 52m drive
Miami, FL1183 mi · ~34h 11m drive
Orlando, FL979 mi · ~28h 17m drive
Tampa, FL1006 mi · ~29h 4m drive
Nashville, TN428 mi · ~12h 22m drive
New Orleans, LA888 mi · ~25h 39m drive
Richmond, VA543 mi · ~15h 41m drive
Chicago, IL108 mi · ~3h 7m drive
Detroit, MI131 mi · ~3h 47m drive
Minneapolis, MN426 mi · ~12h 18m drive
St. Louis, MO350 mi · ~10h 7m drive
Kansas City, MO519 mi · ~15h drive
Indianapolis, IN177 mi · ~5h 7m drive
Columbus, OH210 mi · ~6h 4m drive
Cleveland, OH208 mi · ~6h 1m drive
Milwaukee, WI128 mi · ~3h 42m drive
Dallas, TX898 mi · ~25h 57m drive
Houston, TX1022 mi · ~29h 31m drive
Austin, TX1069 mi · ~30h 53m drive
San Antonio, TX1142 mi · ~32h 59m drive
Los Angeles, CA1849 mi · ~53h 25m drive
San Francisco, CA1957 mi · ~56h 32m drive
San Diego, CA1839 mi · ~53h 8m drive
Seattle, WA1815 mi · ~52h 26m drive
Portland, OR1843 mi · ~53h 15m drive
Denver, CO1024 mi · ~29h 35m drive
Phoenix, AZ1560 mi · ~45h 4m drive
Salt Lake City, UT1359 mi · ~39h 16m drive
Honolulu, HI4351 mi · ~125h 42m drive
Upper Midwest / Northeast (cold winters, warm summers)

Visit Planning

Suggested Itinerary

9:00 AMArrive & park
Visitor parking lot
Free parking with visitor pass
9:30 AMCheck in at Admissions
Admissions Office
10:00 AMInformation session
Welcome Center
45 minutes
11:00 AMCampus tour
Starts at Welcome Center
75 minutes, student-led
12:30 PMLunch
Main Dining Hall
Visitor meal passes available
1:30 PMDepartment visit
Academic buildings
Schedule with department directly
2:30 PMExplore campus independently
Library, student center, residence halls

Airport Transit

Detroit (DTW)115 miles
Rental car
173 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
230 min$138-230
Chicago O'Hare (ORD)120 miles
Rental car
180 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
240 min$144-240

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