Cost varies significantly by family income. Use the breakdown below to estimate your net price.
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What You'll Pay at Spelman College
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The Cost Formula
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Net Price
$36,602
All Income Levels
Net prices are averages and may vary. Based on federal data for first-time, full-time students receiving aid.
Spelman College Cost of Attendance and Financial Aid Summary
Cost Category
Amount
Average Net Price (What Families Pay)
$38,967
Spelman College Net Price by Family Income Level
Family Income
Net Price
$0–30k
$32,923
$30–48k
$34,108
$48–75k
$36,602
$75–110k
$38,640
$110k+
$44,529
Understanding Your Aid Package
Spelman College has a sticker price of N/A per year, but most students pay significantly less after financial aid. The actual cost depends heavily on your family's income level.
Key Facts
$48–75K families pay: ~$36,602/year
Low-income families: Pay ~$32,923/year
28% of students receive Pell Grants
Financial Aid Profile
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28%
Pell Grant Recipients
Lower-income students receiving federal aid
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21%
First-Generation Students
Parents without bachelor's degree
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How much students borrow and whether debt is manageable given outcomes.
Typical Debt
Median Student Debt$25,000
Range (25th–75th)$13,500 – $31,000
Median Parent PLUS Loans$109,807
Debt Manageability
0.42x
Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
Debt is well below typical first-year earnings — generally considered very manageable.
3-Year Default Rate0.0%
Return on Investment
How cost compares to graduate earnings and value added.
Median Earnings (10yr)
$59,993
Earnings Growth
+31%
6 → 10 years post-graduation
Earnings Range (10yr post-graduation)
$40,168
25th %ile
$86,219
75th %ile
Frequently Asked Questions about Spelman College Cost & Financial Aid
Spelman College's published tuition is $50,952 per year. However, after financial aid, the average student pays $36,602—a difference of $14,350.
Families earning under $30,000 pay an average net price of $32,923 at Spelman College. 28% of students receive Pell Grants.
Spelman College offers merit-based scholarships for academic achievement, in addition to need-based financial aid. Contact the financial aid office for specific scholarship opportunities.
The median debt for Spelman College graduates is $25,000, resulting in estimated monthly payments of $265 over 10 years.
Even families earning over $110,000 pay an average net price of $44,529 at Spelman College—still $6,423 less than the sticker price. Most families qualify for some form of aid.
