10 Interesting Facts about Spelman College
- Spelman College is a private, historically black women’s liberal arts college located in Atlanta, Georgia, United States.
- The college was founded in 1881 by Sophia B. Packard and Harriet E. Giles as the Atlanta Baptist Female Seminary.
- Spelman is named after Laura Spelman Rockefeller, wife of John D. Rockefeller, who provided significant financial support to the college in its early years.
- The college offers undergraduate programs in more than 25 majors, including psychology, biology, economics, and international studies, among others.
- Spelman is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC).
- The college has a student-to-faculty ratio of approximately 10:1, ensuring small class sizes and personalized attention for students.
- Spelman is affiliated with the Atlanta University Center Consortium, which includes Clark Atlanta University, Morehouse College, and the Morehouse School of Medicine.
- The college has a strong commitment to social justice and community service, with many students and faculty members participating in volunteer programs throughout the local area.
- Spelman has a vibrant campus life, with more than 80 student organizations and a wide range of extracurricular activities, including athletics, performing arts, and student publications.
- The college has a distinguished history and legacy of academic excellence, with many notable alumni who have gone on to make significant contributions in a variety of fields, including politics, science, and the arts.
Admission
Acceptance Rate
53%
| SAT Range | 1050-1200 |
| ACT Range | 20-25 |
| Application Fee | $40 |
| SAT/ACT | Considered but not required |
| High School GPA | Required |
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Tuition & Fee
In state
| FIRST SEMESTER | ON-CAMPUS STUDENTS | OFF-CAMPUS STUDENTS |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition (12 to 20 credit hours) | $12,940.00 | $12,940.00 |
| Student Fees (see details below) | $1,502.50 | $1,502.50 |
| Room and Board * | $7,833.00 | — |
| Total First Semester | $22,275.50 | $14,442.50 |
Out out state
| SECOND SEMESTER | ON-CAMPUS STUDENTS | OFF-CAMPUS STUDENTS |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition (12 to 20 credit hours) | $12,940.00 | $12,940.00 |
| Student Fees (see details below) | $1,502.50 | $1,502.50 |
| Room and Board * | $7,833.00 | — |
| Total Second Semester | $22,275.50 | $14,442.50 |
All programs
Art
Art History
Biochemistry
Biology
Chemistry
Comparative Women’s Studies
Computer and Information Sciences
Dance Performance & Choreography
Documentary Filmmaking
Elementary Education
Economics
Education Studies
English
Environmental Sciences
Environmental Studies
French
General Science (Dual Degree Engineering)
Health Sciences
History
Human Services (Pauline E. Drake (PED) Students only)
Independent Major (By application only)
International Studies
Mathematics
Music
Philosophy
Photography
Physics
Political Science
Psychology
Religious Studies
Spanish
Sociology
Sociology and Anthropology
Theatre & Performance
MINORS
African Diaspora Studies
Anthropology
Art
Art History
Asian Studies
Biochemistry
Chemistry
Comparative Women’s Studies
Computer and Information Sciences
Curatorial Studies
Dance
Documentary Filmmaking
Economics
Education Studies
English
Environmental Sciences
Environmental Studies
Film Studies and Visual Culture
Food Studies
French
History
International Studies
Japan Studies
Management and Organization
Mathematics
Naval Science
Photography
Philosophy
Physics
Political Science
Psychology
Religious Studies
Sociology
Spanish
Theatre & Performance
Writing
PROGRAMS
African Diaspora and World
Asian Studies
Curatorial Studies
Food Studies
Students
Full-Time Enrollment
2,132 Undergrads
Part-Time Undergrads
75
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