Spelman College
Spelman College is a private nonprofit 4-year institution in Atlanta, GA. It enrolls about 3,633 students and admits roughly 34% of first-year applicants.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Type | Private nonprofit 4-year |
| Control | private nonprofit |
| Level | 4-year |
| Location | Atlanta, GA 30314 |
| County | Fulton County |
| Enrollment | 3,633 |
| Acceptance rate | 34% |
| Applicants / admitted | 10,610 / 3,617 |
| In-state tuition & fees | $30,058 |
| Out-of-state tuition & fees | $30,058 |
| Graduation rate (150%) | 76% |
| Transfer-out rate | 13% |
| Full-time retention rate | 94% |
| Campus setting | City: Large |
| Size category | 1,000 - 4,999 |
| Highest degree offered | Bachelor's degree |
| SAT middle 50% (EBRW+Math) | 550–660 |
| ACT middle 50% | 21–27 |
| Website | www.spelman.edu/ |
| Phone | 4046813643 |
| Classification | Historically Black College or University (HBCU) |
Admissions
About 10,610 students applied and 3,617 were admitted. Of those admitted, 727 enrolled.
Cost
Tuition and required fees are about $30,058 for full-time first-year students, the same for in-state and out-of-state students, which is typical of private institutions. Room and board are extra.
Outcomes
Of the 544 first-time, full-time students in the 150% cohort, 76% completed their programme within 150% of normal time. That cohort definition matters: part-time students and transfers are not included, so a college that serves many of them can have a low reported rate while still graduating most of its students.
Where it is
Spelman College is in Atlanta, GA, Fulton County. Its coordinates are 33.7453, -84.4115.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Spelman College?
About 34% of first-year applicants are admitted, based on federal IPEDS data for 10,610 applicants.
How much does Spelman College cost?
Tuition and required fees are about $30,058 for in-state students, excluding room and board.
How many students attend Spelman College?
About 3,633 students are enrolled.