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Spelman College

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Spelman College: the applicant's brief

6 findings
  1. The short answer

    Spelman College is a private, historically Black, women’s liberal arts college in Atlanta, Georgia, and a founding member of the Atlanta University Center academic consortium. It suits students looking for a women-focused environment and a professional programme rather than a broad multi-degree catalogue.

  2. What you can study

    The listed study option is one professional programme: 法務研穢科. Spelman is also described as a liberal arts college, so applicants should confirm the full current programme catalogue and exact areas of study on the official website before applying.

  3. Getting in

    International applicants should apply through the college’s official admissions process and check the website for entry requirements, deadlines, document lists, and any programme-specific conditions. Because only one programme is listed, it is especially important to confirm whether that option is currently open to international students and what academic or language evidence is required.

  4. What it costs

    The university does not publish a tuition fee range; confirm the current cost with its admissions office. Living costs in Atlanta will depend on housing, food, transport, and personal spending, so plan a separate budget for those expenses.

  5. Coming from abroad

    The language of instruction is not stated, so confirm that before applying. Also check visa steps, whether the programme accepts international applicants, how qualifications from your home country are assessed, and what documents are needed for study and funding.

  6. How it compares

    Among 2,515 universities in the United States, Spelman stands out less for programme breadth than for its defined identity as a private historically Black women’s liberal arts college. That makes it a more focused choice for applicants who want that setting, rather than a large general university with many listed degree options.

Written from this university's catalogue entry and its cited encyclopedia summary. Figures are only shown where the institution or a cited source publishes them β€” always confirm fees and entry requirements with the university itself before applying.

Questions about Spelman College

Where is Spelman College located?

Atlanta, Georgia, United States.

Is Spelman College public or private?

Private.

What type of institution is it?

A historically Black, women’s liberal arts college.

What programme level is listed?

Professional.

Overview

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.

Programs at Spelman College

34 programs across 1 study levels.

Bachelor's Degree

Bachelor's Degree Arts, Design & Architecture

Art

Spelman College

⏱ 4 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Arts, Design & Architecture

Art History

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⏱ 4 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Life Sciences

Biochemistry

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⏱ 4 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Life Sciences

Biology

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⏱ 4 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Science

Chemistry

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⏱ 4 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Media & Communication

Documentary Filmmaking

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⏱ 4 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Economics & Public Policy

Economics

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⏱ 4 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Education

Education Studies

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⏱ 4 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Education

Elementary Education

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⏱ 4 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Agriculture & Environment

Environmental Sciences

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⏱ 4 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Agriculture & Environment

Environmental Studies

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⏱ 4 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Languages & Linguistics

French

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⏱ 4 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Medicine & Health Sciences

Health Sciences

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⏱ 4 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

History

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⏱ 4 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Science

Mathematics

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⏱ 4 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Music & Performing Arts

Music

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⏱ 4 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

Philosophy

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⏱ 4 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Arts, Design & Architecture

Photography

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⏱ 4 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Science

Physics

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⏱ 4 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

Political Science

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⏱ 4 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

Psychology

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⏱ 4 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

Religious Studies

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⏱ 4 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

Sociology

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⏱ 4 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Languages & Linguistics

Spanish

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⏱ 4 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Music & Performing Arts

Theatre and Performance

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⏱ 4 years πŸŽ“ Full Time

Tuition fees & costs

Indicative annual tuition

On request

Indicative living cost

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Fees vary by programme and are indicative. Confirm exact fees with the university before applying.

Admission requirements

How to apply

  1. 1Check the entry requirements and intake dates for your chosen programme on the official university website.
  2. 2Confirm you meet the academic requirements (high-school certificate, bachelor’s degree or equivalent) for the programme.
  3. 3Apply directly through the university admission portal, or via its official application platform.
  4. 4Submit your transcripts and English-proficiency scores (IELTS / TOEFL / Duolingo English Test) and pay the application fee.
  5. 5On receiving your offer letter, accept it and begin your student-visa process for United States.

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Last updated 29 Aug 2026. Information is provided for guidance β€” verify with official sources before applying.

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