Spelman College
A good fit for students who prefer a mid-size campus. no major red flags in the data. strong 76% graduation rate.
About This School
Spelman College is a private nonprofit institution located in Atlanta, Georgia with approximately 3,633 undergraduate students enrolled. The school is moderately selective, accepting approximately 34% of applicants. The average net price after financial aid is $36,828 per year. The graduation rate is 76%, and the typical graduate earns $50,700 within 10 years of enrollment.
Spelman College is a private, historically Black, women's liberal arts college in Atlanta, Georgia, United States. It is a founding member of the Atlanta University Center academic consortium. Founded in 1881 as the Atlanta Baptist Female Seminary, Spelman awarded its first college degrees in 1901 and is the oldest private historically Black liberal arts institution for women.
This is a strong option for Black women seeking a tight-knit, identity-affirming academic community — the 94% freshman retention rate signals that students who enroll genuinely want to stay. The $36,828 annual net price is a real financial commitment, and while the median earnings of $50,700 after 10 years are reasonable, families should weigh that against the cost carefully. The 76% graduation rate is solid but not exceptional, so it's worth asking what support systems exist for students who struggle to finish.
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Will This School Pay Off?
Solid return. Earnings outpace debt, though major choice matters.
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