Spelman College Cost & Financial Aid Information

$37,085
Average Net Price
79%
Receive Aid
44%
Pell Recipients
Moderate
Affordability

Average Net Price

The average net price at Spelman College is $37,085 per year after grants and scholarships are applied.

Overall Average Net Price

$37,085

Average amount students pay per year after financial aid

Net Price by Family Income

$0-30,000$34,997
$30,001-48,000$35,585
$48,001-75,000$36,291
$75,001-110,000$39,680
$110,000+$42,317

Financial Aid

Spelman College demonstrates strong commitment to educational accessibility, with 79% of undergraduate students receiving financial aid and 44% benefiting from federal Pell grants for demonstrated financial need.

Students Receiving Aid

79%

Of undergraduate students receive some form of financial assistance

Pell Grant Recipients

44%

Of students receive federal Pell grants for demonstrated financial need

Grants & Scholarships

Gift aid that doesn't need to be repaid

Work-Study Programs

Part-time employment opportunities on campus

Student Loans

Federal and private loan options available

Combined Sticker Price (Undergraduate)

The sticker price represents the total cost before any financial aid is applied. In-state students can expect a sticker price of $30,058 annually for tuition and fees, while out-of-state students pay $30,058. Additional costs for room, board, books, and personal expenses will vary based on your living arrangements and lifestyle choices. Commuting students pay approximately $32,458, which is 25% cheaper than on-campus living.

Tuition & Fees Comparison

Annual Tuition & Fees

In-State: $30,058

Out-of-State: $30,058

In-State Students

On Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$30,058
Room & Board$12,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$45,258

Off Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$30,058
Room & Board$10,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,500
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$44,758

Out-of-State Students

On Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$30,058
Room & Board$12,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$45,258

Off Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$30,058
Room & Board$10,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$2,000
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$45,258

Commuting Students

Students living at home and commuting to campus can significantly reduce their costs.

In-State Commuter

Tuition & Fees$30,058
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,000
Personal Expenses$1,500

Total$33,758

Out-of-State Commuter

Tuition & Fees$30,058
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,500
Personal Expenses$1,500

Total$34,258

Cost Analysis

Analyze how SPELMAN's costs have changed over time.Over the past year, Spelman College has increased costs by $8,558, representing a 30.0% increase in average net price.

Cost Trends

Previous Year

$28,527

Current Year

$37,085

Change

+$8,558

Affordability & Value

Spelman College is committed to providing accessible, high-quality education with strong return on investment.

Affordability Rating

Moderate

Based on average net price compared to national averages

Investment Value

Students receiving aid79%
Pell grant recipients44%
Student-faculty ratio11:1