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Spelman College
Atlanta, GAPrivate NonprofitCity Setting
Selective • 25% Acceptance
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Overview & Identity
Spelman College is a private nonprofit institution located in the city setting of Atlanta, GA. The university supports an undergraduate student body of 3.4K students and has an admission acceptance rate of 25%.
Quick Facts
Institution Type
Private Nonprofit
Student Population
3.4K (Medium)
Admissions Selectivity
25% (Selective)
Predominant Degree
Certificates
Locale / Setting
City
Admissions & Academics
Admitted Student Scores
SAT Reading590 - 680
200typical 50% range800
SAT Math518 - 640
200typical 50% range800
ACT Composite22 - 29
1typical 50% range36
25%
Acceptance Rate
Selective
Top Majors & Programs
Business & Marketing50% of degrees
Social Sciences12% of degrees
Biological Sciences7% of degrees
Health Sciences5% of degrees
Programs / Fields of Study
Program
Credential
Earnings 4yr
Earnings 5yr
Debt
Mathematics.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $94,634
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Economics.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $79,456
Earnings 5yr: $81,070
Debt: $27,000
Political Science and Government.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $66,378
Earnings 5yr: $60,508
Debt: $27,000
Sociology.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $62,587
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: $26,747
English Language and Literature, General.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $62,425
Earnings 5yr: $64,244
Debt: $25,564
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $60,978
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: $25,155
International/Globalization Studies.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $56,538
Earnings 5yr: $73,556
Debt: $27,000
Psychology, General.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $52,775
Earnings 5yr: $52,163
Debt: $26,000
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $50,364
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: $27,000
Biology, General.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $48,995
Earnings 5yr: $51,873
Debt: $26,502
Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender, and Group Studies.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $25,137
Earnings 5yr: $48,561
Debt: $26,000
Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: $25,129
Debt: N/A
Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Business Administration, Management and Operations.
Credential: Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Chemistry.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Computer and Information Sciences, General.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services.
Credential: Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Dance.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Education, General.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Engineering, General.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Tuition & Cost Portrait
Avg Net Price$38,967
In-State Tuition$31,556
Out-of-State Tuition$31,556
Net Price DifferentiatorAverage Net Price is what typical families actually pay out of pocket after receiving federal, state, and institutional grants and scholarships. It provides a more accurate metric of affordability than the sticker tuition.
Financial Assistance & Support
28%
Pell Grants
48%
Take Loans
42%
Repayment
Student Outcomes & ROI
Earnings Milestones Post-Graduation
6 Years Post-Entry
$45,676
+31% growth
10 Years Post-Entry
$59,993
Completion Signals
78%
Graduation Rate
4-Year Completion
94%
Retention Rate
1st-to-2nd Year Return
Median Debt at Graduation
$21,750
Est. Monthly Payment
$235/mo
Based on standard 10yr path
Campus & Demographics
Student Demographics & Community
Diversity Mix
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Gender Balance
5%
Men95%
WomenThe campus gender distribution displays a split of 5% men and 95% women.
Student Vitals
First-Gen Share
21%
Part-Time Share
22%
Avg Family Income
$64,944
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