Experiential Learning

Your academic and personal journey is unique, whether on campus or across the globe. At Alma, every student is eligible for up to $2,500 to pursue an original research project, internship or off-campus study experience. Where will you venture?

Alma’s 4-4-1 academic calendar includes a May “Spring Term” for focusing on a single course, often with travel opportunities.

The Center for College and Community Engagement (3CE) builds partnerships between Alma College and the community to collaborate and serve mid-Michigan.

Study abroad in one of over 30 countries or intern in U.S. cities like New York, Philadelphia, Chicago, or Washington, D.C.

What makes a Scot stand apart from the rest? A willingness to speak out, step up and make an impact. Whether you’re inspiring your peers on the athletic field, managing your fraternity or sorority chapter, taking the stage at the National Model UN Conference, or taking the lead to develop your passion and occupational-related skills with Business Professionals of America — at Alma, there are many ways for you to grow as a leader.

Internships are hands-on work experiences that allow you to apply what you’ve learned in the classroom to a real-world setting. They provide valuable, practical experience, help you build skills in a professional environment, and allow you to explore whether a particular career path is right for you. Internships also help you grow your network, strengthen your resume, and often give you a competitive edge when applying for future jobs. At Alma College, internships are highly encouraged and even required for certain majors to ensure you are fully prepared for your career path.

Alma’s Nursing Skills Sim Lab lets you safely hone your clinical judgment, teamwork, communication, and critical thinking skills before practicing them in real-life settings.

Ready for electrical engineering, computer engineering, and physics? In Alma’s Electrical Engineering Lab – known on-campus as the Bits and Bots Lab – you’ll get hands-on experience that sets you up for success in college and beyond.

The Bog property, located near the town of Vestaburg, Mich., has been used by Alma College faculty and students to study animals, fungi, plants and aquatic life since the 1800s.

The Bog isn’t just a stunning backdrop; it’s your playground for discovery. Team up with passionate faculty and dive deep into studying birds, plants, soil, water, and everything nature has to offer. By connecting with the environment up close, you’ll unlock insights into exciting topics like pharmaceutical medicine and climate change.

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