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Alma College Women's Swimming and Diving

Alma College (AC) · Alma, Michigan · Private nonprofit university

Acceptance rate57%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate63%finish within six years
Undergraduates1,197Small (<2,000)
Student-to-faculty14 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

Alma College Women's Swimming and Diving coaches

Coaches at Alma College who recruit Women's Swimming and Diving, head coach first.

Athletics

The program

Where Alma College competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division III
Conference
Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Association
Program level
Somewhat Recognized
Athletics site
almascots.com
Academics

Academics

What you'd study and how the school handles admissions.

Popular majors

AccountingArt/Art Studies, GeneralBiochemistryBiology/Biological Sciences, GeneralBusiness Administration and Management, GeneralChemistry, GeneralCommunication, General
Test policy
Neither Required nor Recommended
Student-to-faculty
14 : 1
Graduation rate
63% in six years
Costs

What it costs

Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.

TuitionOne rate for all students$49,282
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$24,862
Campus

Where it is

Alma College in Alma.

Location
Alma, Michigan
Type
Private Non-Profit
Religious affiliation
Presbyterian Church (USA)
Time zone
Eastern
Website
alma.edu
Overview

About Alma College Women's Swimming and Diving

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Chris Hamstra, the Head Coach, leads the Alma College Women's Swimming and Diving staff of 2 coaches. Alma College (AC) competes in NCAA Division III Women's Swimming and Diving as a member of the Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Association. Alma College is a small private school in Alma, Michigan with 1,197 undergraduates, a 57% acceptance rate and an average net price of $24,862 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by Alma College Women's Swimming and Diving

What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.

  1. Find the right coachEmail Chris Hamstra, the Head Coach and Kodi Stone, the Assistant Coach - Diving. Alma College has 2 coaches for Women's Swimming and Diving, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
  2. Lead with your numbersPut your best times in your events, or your dive list and scores in the subject line and first sentences. Division III programs don't offer athletic scholarships, so add your GPA and intended major too.
  3. Send your videoInclude links to your verified times on SwimCloud, with the link near the top so Chris can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitMention your GPA, test scores and intended major so the coach can check your admission chances.
  5. Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the Alma College staff after a week, and again after your next meet with updated results.
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Questions

Alma College Women's Swimming and Diving FAQ

Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.

Is Alma College D3?

Yes. Alma College competes in NCAA Division III Women's Swimming and Diving, in the Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Association.

Is Alma College public or private?

Alma College is a private nonprofit school in Alma, Michigan.

What conference is Alma College Women's Swimming and Diving in?

The Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Association.

Does Alma College offer athletic scholarships for Women's Swimming and Diving?

No. NCAA Division III schools don't offer athletic scholarships, but athletes can receive academic and need-based aid.

How many coaches does Alma College Women's Swimming and Diving have?

2 coaches, led by Chris Hamstra, the Head Coach.

How much does Alma College cost?

In-state tuition is $49,282 and out-of-state tuition is $49,282 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $24,862.

What is the Alma College acceptance rate?

57% of applicants are admitted.

How do I contact the Alma College Women's Swimming and Diving coaches?

Start a free 7-day AthleticScholar trial to see each coach's email and send a personal message from your own Gmail, with follow-ups until they reply.

Admissions, cost and enrollment figures come from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS), latest year available.