Admissions Overview
The admission process at Spelman College has a 34% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $40. Spelman College has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
34%
Selective
Application Volume
10,610
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
20%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Spelman College has a 34% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $40. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at Spelman College evaluates each application holistically to assess student potential.
Testing Policy
Test Optional
Students may apply without submitting standardized test scores
Application Cost
$40
Non-refundable application fee
Complete Application Requirements
Required for Admission
High School Transcript
RequiredHigh School GPA
RequiredEnglish Proficiency Test
RequiredLetters of Recommendation
RequiredWork Experience
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
Standardized Test Scores
OptionalPersonal Statement/Essay
OptionalHigh School Class Rank
OptionalOther Tests (Wonderlic/WISC)
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
Legacy Status
Not ConsideredNote: Requirements may vary by program or student type. International students may have additional requirements. Contact the admissions office for specific questions about your application.
Test Scores
Test score ranges represent the 25th to 75th percentile of admitted students at Spelman College. About 24% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,060 to 1,270. Additionally, about 19% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 21 to 27.
SAT Scores
24% of students submitted400
1600
1060 – 1270
200
800
550 – 660
200
800
510 – 610
ACT Scores
19% of students submitted1
36
21 – 27
1
36
21 – 29
1
36
18 – 29
Admission Statistics
10,610 students applied to SPELMAN. Of those, 34% were accepted (3,617 students). Of these 3,617 accepted students, 727 chose to enroll.
10,610
Total Applicants
3,617
Students Admitted
727
Students Enrolled
34%
Acceptance Rate