B
Good
Score: 63/100

Spelman College

4-Year Private Non-Profit HBCU
📍 Atlanta, Georgia 30314
🌐 www.spelman.edu/
Outcomes
A
86/100
Affordability
F
12/100
Resources
B+
75/100
Experience
B+
79/100
Prestige
B
62/100

Quick Stats

3,633
Total Enrollment
76%
Graduation Rate
94%
Retention Rate
11.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
34%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price
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The Spelman College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $229,778
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,610/mo

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🏆 Where Spelman College Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

#5
Project Management
of 42 schools
#13
Organizational Leadership
of 100 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $26,915 $26,915
Total Cost (On-Campus) $51,366 $51,366

Financial Aid

96%
Receive Any Aid
36%
Receive Pell Grants
88%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

3,633
Total Students
93%
Women
73%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 3%
Black 74%
Asian 1%
Two or More 1%
Non-Resident 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 57%
Hybrid (Some Online) 14%
Fully Online 29%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 73%
25-64 (Adult) 25%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Spelman College?
Spelman College has an acceptance rate of 34%. This makes it a moderately selective institution with competitive admission standards.
How much does it cost to attend Spelman College?
Tuition at Spelman College is $26,915 for in-state students and $26,915 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Spelman College?
The graduation rate at Spelman College is 76%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.
Is Spelman College a good school?
Spelman College has a Repit College Score of 63/100 (Grade: B). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (A): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (B+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (B+): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (B): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Spelman College?
Spelman College has a total enrollment of 3,633 students. Most students (73%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology