Kalamazoo College

10 Interesting Facts about Kalamazoo College

1. Kalamazoo College (K College) is a private liberal arts college located in Kalamazoo, Michigan, United States. It was founded in 1833 and is one of the oldest colleges in Michigan.
2. K College is known for its rigorous academic programs and emphasis on experiential education. The curriculum follows the K-Plan, which combines a broad liberal arts foundation with opportunities for internships, study abroad, research, and community engagement.
3. The college is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the Great Lakes Colleges Association.
4. K College offers more than 30 majors and interdisciplinary programs, including the renowned programs in the natural sciences, social sciences, and humanities. It also provides students with the option to design their own major through the Individualized Program of Study (IPS).
5. The campus of K College spans over 60 acres and features a mix of historic and modern buildings. The college prides itself on its intimate learning environment and small class sizes, with a student-to-faculty ratio of 13:1.
6. The college is known for its commitment to social justice and civic engagement. It encourages students to participate in community service, volunteer work, and activism through various organizations and programs.
7. K College is a pioneer in study abroad programs. It requires all students to have an off-campus experience, either through studying abroad or engaging in a domestic experiential learning program.
8. The college has a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. It actively promotes a welcoming and inclusive campus environment and offers resources and support for students from underrepresented backgrounds.
9. K College is home to a vibrant arts and cultural scene. It has a theater department, art galleries, music ensembles, and hosts numerous performances and exhibitions throughout the year.
10. The college’s athletic teams, known as the Hornets, compete in the NCAA Division III and are part of the Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Association. Kalamazoo College has a strong tradition of excellence in sports, particularly in tennis and soccer.

Admissions

Acceptance Rate
80%

Tuition & Fee

All Programs

African Studies
Concentration

American Studies
Concentration

Anthropology and Sociology
Major Minor

Arabic
Additional Course Offering

Art and Art History
Major Minor

Biological Physics
Concentration

Biology
Major Concentration

Careers in Health
Pre-Professional Advising

Chemistry and Biochemistry
Major Concentration

Chinese
Minor

Classics
Major Minor

Community and Global Health
Concentration

Computer Science
Major Minor

Critical Ethnic Studies
Major

Critical Theory
Concentration

East Asian Studies
Major

Economics and Business
Major

3/2 Engineering
Program

English
Major Minor

Environmental Studies
Concentration

Film and Media Studies
Concentration

French and Francophone Studies
Major Minor

German Studies
Major Minor

History
Major Minor

International and Area Studies
Major

Japanese
Minor

Jewish Studies
Concentration

Mathematics
Major Minor

Music
Major Minor

Neuroscience
Concentration

Philosophy
Major Minor

Physical Education
Additional Course Offering

Physics
Major Minor

Political Science
Major Minor

pre-law advising
Pre-Professional Advising

Psychology
Major Minor

Public Policy and Urban Affairs
Concentration

Religion
Major Minor

Spanish Language and Literature
Major Minor

Theatre Arts
Major Minor

Women, Gender, and Sexuality
Major Concentration

Students

Full-Time Enrollment

1,233 Undergrads

Part-Time Undergrads

8