Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
34.09%
SAT Average
1,184
ACT Range
21-27
Spelman College Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 34.09%. This means approximately 341 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 3,633 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
34.09%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $30,058 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $30,058 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $49,349 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $36,828 | State avg: $16,729. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 29.37% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 57.70% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Spelman College Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$30,058
Room and board
$16,293
Books and supplies
$1,500
Other expenses
$3,515
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$49,349
Average net price
$36,828
Average aid coverage
25%
$12,521 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Spelman College pays approximately $36,828 per year after grants and aid. This is above the Georgia average of $16,729 and above the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Spelman College?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Georgia and national averages.
Spelman College net price
$36,828
Georgia average
$16,729
National average
$17,506
Spelman College Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $30,058 and average net price at $36,828. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$30,058
Current net price
$36,828
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
76.10%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$59,993
Undergraduates
3,633
10-Year Median Earnings - Spelman College vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Spelman College graduates earn about 1.4x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Spelman College?
Undergraduates
3,633
Completion rate
76.10%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
29.37%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
57.70%
Above national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 29.37% of Spelman College students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 57.70% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Spelman College
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Spelman College's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Spelman College lists Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Spelman College is listed at 350 Spelman Lane SW, Atlanta, GA 30314-4399. Accreditor: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
Compare Schools
Compare Spelman College with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spelman College | 34.09% | $30,058 | $36,828 | $59,993 |
| Miami Ad School-Atlanta | Not available | $19,400 | $28,032 | $106,192 |
| Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus | 16.46% | $32,876 | $13,289 | $102,772 |
| Chamberlain University-Georgia | 96.15% | $19,686 | $31,471 | $92,405 |
| Emory University | 11.10% | $60,774 | $23,911 | $80,137 |
Similar Schools in Atlanta
This local cluster focuses on nearby Atlanta schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around Atlanta.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Spelman College's acceptance rate?
Spelman College's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 34.09%.
How much is Spelman College tuition?
Spelman College's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $30,058.
What is Spelman College's average net price?
Spelman College's average net price in the local dataset is $36,828.
What does Spelman College cost for families earning under $30,000?
College Scorecard income-bracket data shows an average net price of $31,898 for Spelman College students from families earning under $30,000. Actual costs vary; use the official net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
What is Spelman College's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $59,993 for Spelman College.
Is Spelman College accredited?
Spelman College's accreditor in the local dataset is Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
How many students attend Spelman College?
The local dataset lists 3,633 undergraduate students at Spelman College.
What percentage of Spelman College students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Spelman College in the local dataset is 29.37%.
What is the federal loan rate at Spelman College?
The federal loan rate for Spelman College in the local dataset is 57.70%.
Where should I verify Spelman College data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Spelman College or the latest official federal education data.