SPELMAN COLLEGE
- 350 Spelman Ln SW
- Atlanta, GA 30314
- OPEID College Code: 00159400
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- General Phone: (404) 681-3643
- President: Beverly Daniel Tatum
- Type: Private Not-For-Profit, 4-Year or Above
- Calendar System: Semester
- Highest Degree: Bachelor's
- Local Area: Large City
- Student Enrollment: 2,229
- College Mascot: Jaguars
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Spelman College - Details
General
Admission
Financial Aid
Tuition and Fees
Degrees Offered
Enrolled Students
Faculty and Wages
Graduation Rates
Campus Security
- Student Services
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Study Abroad Opportunities
- Teaching K-12 Certification Offered State Approved for Certification
- ROTC Army Navy
- Website
- www.spelman.edu
- Mission Statement
- An outstanding historically Black college for women. Spelman promotes academic excellence in the liberal arts, and develops the intellectual, ethical, and leadership potential of its students. Spelman seeks to empower the total person, who appreciates the many cultures of the world and commits to positive social change
Accreditation
- Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Historically Black College
- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Baccalaureate Colleges--Arts & Sciences
- Undergraduate Classification Arts & Sciences Focus, No Graduate Coexistence
- Undergraduate Profile Classification Full-Time Four-Year, Selective, Lower Transfer-In
- Enrollment Classification Exclusively Undergraduate Four-Year
- Size Classification Small Four-Year, Highly Residential
Spelman College Campus Map
- Admission Links
- Admissions: www.spelman.edu
- Online Application: Apply Online
- Admission Fees Fall 2008
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $35.00
- College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credit
- AP Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- High School or Secondary School GPA Required
- High School or Secondary School Rank Recommended
- High School or Secondary School Record Required
- College Preparatory Program Completion Required
- Recommendation Consideration Required
- Admission Test Scores (SAT ®, ACT ®, ...) Required
- TOEFL Required
Undergraduate Admissions Fall 2008
| Male | Female | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Applicants | - | 5,570 | 5,570 |
| Number Granted Admission (%) | - (-) | 2,019 (36%) | 2,019 (36%) |
| Number Admitted Who Enrolled (%) | - (-) | 555 (27%) | 555 (27%) |
Enrolled Students Submitting Test Scores Fall 2008
| Number | Percent (%) | |
|---|---|---|
| SAT ® Exam | 431 | 78% |
| ACT ® Exam | 311 | 57% |
Enrolled Students Test Scores Fall 2008
| 25th Percentile | 75th Percentile | |
|---|---|---|
| SAT ® Critical Reading | 490 | 570 |
| SAT ® Math | 470 | 550 |
| SAT ® Writing | - | - |
| ACT ® Composite | 20 | 24 |
| ACT ® English | 21 | 26 |
| ACT ® Math | 19 | 24 |
Note:
The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future financial aid details. Financial aid is available for those who qualify.
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Website: Financial Aid Office
- FAFSA Student Aid: Apply Online
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 93%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2008-09
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 65% | 39% | 26% | 39% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $9,233 | $4,824 | $3,853 | $5,448 |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 6.6% | 4.2% | 4.3% |
| Number in Default | 27 | 21 | 28 |
| Number in Repayment | 409 | 498 | 650 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Undergraduate Student Expenses
Note:
The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition or fees. Please contact this school directly to get a current and accurate tuition and fee schedule.
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| 2009-10 | 2008-09 | 2007-08 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| In-District Tuition and Fees | $20,926 | $20,281 | $18,615 |
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $20,926 | $20,281 | $18,615 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $20,926 | $20,281 | $18,615 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,800 | $1,800 | $1,750 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $10,062 | $9,734 | $9,200 |
| Other Expenses | $3,700 | $3,700 | $3,550 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-District | $36,488 | $35,515 | $33,115 |
| In-State | $36,488 | $35,515 | $33,115 |
| Out of State | $36,488 | $35,515 | $33,115 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-District | $22,726 | $22,081 | $20,365 |
| In-State | $22,726 | $22,081 | $20,365 |
| Out of State | $22,726 | $22,081 | $20,365 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-District | $22,726 | $22,081 | $20,365 |
| In-State | $22,726 | $22,081 | $20,365 |
| Out of State | $22,726 | $22,081 | $20,365 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
Note:
The following list is not a comprehensive or current list of degrees or programs offered, please contact this school directly to learn more about what is currently being offered.
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 2,229 Undergraduate: 2,229
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 0 Female: 2,229
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 0 Female: 2,229
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 2,121 Part-Time: 108
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 2,121 Part-Time: 108
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | 88 | 4% |
| American Indian | - | - |
| Black | 2,043 | 92% |
| Asian | 2 | 0.09% |
| Hispanic | 2 | 0.09% |
| White | 3 | 0.1% |
| Unknown | 21 | 0.9% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 25 | 1% |
| Ages 18-19 | 960 | 43% |
| Ages 20-21 | 942 | 42% |
| Ages 22-24 | 196 | 9% |
| Ages 25-29 | 31 | 1% |
| Ages 30-34 | 17 | 0.8% |
| Ages 35-39 | 20 | 0.9% |
| Ages 40-49 | 21 | 0.9% |
| Ages 50-65 | 16 | 0.7% |
| Age Over 65 | 1 | 0.04% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 634 | 539 | 95 |
| Faculty Status | 167 | 167 | - |
| Tenured Faculty | 87 | 87 | - |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 247 | 169 | 78 |
| Primarily Instruction | 247 | 169 | 78 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 49 | 49 | - |
| Other Professionals | 121 | 116 | 5 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 217 | 205 | 12 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 122 | 111 | 11 |
| Skilled Crafts | 8 | 8 | - |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 69 | 69 | - |
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/10 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $63,091 (169) | $61,863 (62) | $63,803 (107) |
| Professor | $89,856 (26) | $84,134 (10) | $93,433 (16) |
| Associate Professor | $67,307 (62) | $65,852 (24) | $68,227 (38) |
| Assistant Professor | $52,859 (32) | $54,966 (10) | $51,902 (22) |
| Instructor | $50,548 (23) | $46,684 (8) | $52,608 (15) |
| Lecturer | $49,959 (24) | $49,513 (9) | $50,226 (15) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $63,091 (169) | $61,863 (62) | $63,803 (107) |
| Professor | $89,856 (26) | $84,134 (10) | $93,433 (16) |
| Associate Professor | $67,307 (62) | $65,852 (24) | $68,227 (38) |
| Assistant Professor | $52,859 (32) | $54,966 (10) | $51,902 (22) |
| Instructor | $50,548 (23) | $46,684 (8) | $52,608 (15) |
| Lecturer | $49,959 (24) | $49,513 (9) | $50,226 (15) |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 84%
- Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 30%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 83% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | - |
| Female | 83% |
| By Race | |
| Non-Resident Alien | 100% |
| Black | 83% |
Crime Statistics
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | |
|---|---|---|
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| Residence Hall | ||
| Burglary | 5 | 6 |
| On Campus | ||
| Burglary | 20 | 7 |
| Vehicle Theft | - | 1 |
Spelman College Reviews
1 Review Submitted For Spelman College
- Reviewed on: June 30, 2009
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- I am an alumna of Spelman College. It was the best experience of my life and the place that cultivated my wings that have supported me in being successful in both my personal and professional life. There is NO WHERE like Spelman, its community truly cares about developing the total woman, making sure you are programmed for success and given the tools to change world...If you are a young woman, I encourage you to apply and experience this true evolution of self. And if you are parent, this is the best place you could send your daughter, you will be pleased and grateful for the environment, which is both safe and nurturing that Spelman provides its students. Good luck to you all and I hope you become apart of our wonderful legacy of women who change the world...good luck. : )
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
