Spelman College

Atlanta, GA • private • Women Only

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Overview

Institution Type

private

Campus Setting

Urban

Student Population

Undergrad: 4,039 • Total: 4,039

Academic Calendar

Semester

Address

350 Spelman Lane SW
Atlanta, GA
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Website

www.spelman.edu

Region

Southeast

Carnegie Classification

Carnegie Code: 31

Student Demographics

Gender Distribution

Male: 313 (7.7%) • Female: 3,726 (92.3%)

Race/Ethnicity Distribution

Asian	42	1.0%
Black/African American	2,979	73.8%
Hispanic/Latino	63	1.6%
White	318	7.9%
Two or More Races	90	2.2%
International	28	0.7%

Special Designation

Historically Black College or University (HBCU)

Admissions & Selectivity

Acceptance Rate

34.1%

3,617 admitted from 10,610 applicants

Standardized Testing Policy

✓ Test Optional

SAT Score Range (25th-75th percentile)

Reading: 550-660
Math: 510-610
Total: 1060-1270

ACT Composite Range (25th-75th percentile)

21-27

Application Types Offered

EA ED I RD

Application Requirements

—

Application Fee

$40

Financial Aid Forms

FAFSA only

Deadlines

EA:	11/01/2025
ED I:	11/01/2025
RD:	02/01/2026

Academic Outcomes

6-Year Graduation Rate

76.1%

4-Year Graduation Rate

68.2%

Freshman Retention Rate

94.0%

Student-Faculty Ratio

20.7:1

Cost & Financial Aid

Total Cost of Attendance (2022-23)

$47,798

Tuition + Room & Board + Books

Annual Tuition & Fees (2022-23)

Tuition: $28,207

Room & Board

$18,091

Books & Supplies

$1,500

Average Net Price by Family Income (2022-23)

$0-30,000	$32,923
$30,001-48,000	$34,108
$48,001-75,000	$36,602
$75,001-110,000	$38,640
$110,001+	$44,529

Students Receiving Pell Grants

68%

Average Grant/Scholarship Aid

$37,403

💰 Merit Scholarships

Typical Requirements

3.0 GPA / 25 ACT

Multi-Year Awards

$1,493-$30,000 total

2 automatic scholarships (3 total)

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Common questions about Spelman College

What is Spelman College's acceptance rate?

Spelman College accepts 34% of applicants, from 10,610 applications.

How much does Spelman College cost?

Tuition and fees are $28,207. Families earning under $30,000 pay $32,923 on average after aid.

Does Spelman College require SAT or ACT scores?

Spelman College does not require SAT or ACT scores for admission.

What ACT score do you need for Spelman College?

The middle 50% of admitted students scored between 21 and 27 on the ACT.

What is Spelman College's graduation rate?

76% of students graduate within six years.