Spelman College
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Spelman College

Spelman College

A Choice to Change the World

350 Spelman Ln SW, Atlanta, GA 30314, USA

About Spelman College

Spelman College, a historically Black college for women, is dedicated to academic excellence rooted in the liberal arts and sciences. Founded in 1881, Spelman empowers women of African descent to engage the many cultures of the world and inspires a commitment to positive social change. Through intellectually rigorous curricula, collaborative scholarship, and innovative pedagogy, Spelman prepares its students to be global leaders. The college fosters a supportive and inclusive environment that celebrates diversity, encourages critical thinking, and promotes ethical leadership. Spelman aims to shape future leaders who are dedicated to service, social justice, and the betterment of their communities, thereby upholding a legacy of transformative impact on society.
Program NameDetails
Art Major
Bachelor

The art major supports students in becoming visual thinkers and visual storytellers. It provides students with the technical aspects of making art through mixed media, digital technologies and installations as well as a working knowledge of historical and contemporary art practices.

4 Years
English
$29,972 (2023-2024)
Deadline: N/A
Art History Major
Bachelor

Students in Art History explore visual rhetoric with histories, traditions and emerging theories that critique and advance the field. The program builds community, offers new perspectives, and provides unique insight to diverse traditions, philosophies and history.

4 Years
English
$29,972 (2023-2024)
Deadline: N/A
Photography Major
Bachelor

The photography major at Spelman provides students with the knowledge and skills to effectively create art and understand it as visual rhetoric with histories, traditions and emerging theories that critique and advance the field. Creating original work using various digital technologies enhances the major.

4 Years
English
$29,972 (2023-2024)
Deadline: N/A
Documentary Filmmaking Major
Bachelor

The Documentary Filmmaking major explores art making and its relationship to aesthetic, civic, cultural, social systems and technology. In addition to understanding and making art, students will develop skills related to the entrepreneurial side of the arts.

4 Years
English
$29,972 (2023-2024)
Deadline: N/A

Performance & Metrics

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Faculty
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Alumni
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Accreditations & Affiliations
Spelman College does not have an architecture program, and therefore, no specific architecture (NAAB) accreditation. Spelman College is a regionally accredited liberal arts institution.
Admissions
34%
Acceptance Rate
Deadlines
Early Action
November 1
Early Decision
November 1
Regular Decision
February 1
Requirements
High school graduation (GED accepted), secondary school report, recommendations, required essay or personal statement, standardized test scores (SAT I or ACT) considered if submitted.

Spelman College Academic FAQ

Spelman College is A Choice to Change the World

The acceptance rate for Spelman College is 34%, reflecting the selectivity of its academic programs.

Applicants are typically required to submit: High school graduation (GED accepted), secondary school report, recommendations, required essay or personal statement, standardized test scores (SAT I or ACT) considered if submitted..

Spelman College provides a comprehensive curriculum including: Art Major, Art History Major, Photography Major, Documentary Filmmaking Major.

The institution maintains a student-to-faculty ratio of 11:1, ensuring personalized mentorship and studio culture.

Spelman College is situated in Atlanta, United States, offering a vibrant context for architectural study.

Yes, Spelman College holds accreditations from: Spelman College does not have an architecture program, and therefore, no specific architecture (NAAB) accreditation. Spelman College is a regionally accredited liberal arts institution..