Spelman College is a private women’s liberal arts HBCU in Atlanta, Georgia, recognized for educating women of African descent through scholarship, leadership, and service.
Spelman College is a private historically Black women’s liberal arts college located in Atlanta, Georgia. Founded in 1881, Spelman is widely recognized for academic excellence, leadership development, social mobility, and educating women of African descent.
As part of the Atlanta University Center, Spelman students benefit from a distinctive women-centered academic environment and access to collaborative opportunities across neighboring HBCU institutions.
Spelman stands out as a leading women’s liberal arts HBCU with a national reputation for excellence, sisterhood, leadership, social justice, and student success.
Federal School Code (FAFSA): 001594
Spelman offers a student experience centered on sisterhood, leadership, scholarship, service, arts, culture, social justice, and a strong alumnae network.
Student Government Association Academic clubs and honor societies Cultural and identity-based organizations Service and social justice organizations Arts and performance groups Atlanta University Center organizations
Spelman students may participate in historically Black sororities and service-based organizations connected to leadership, scholarship, and sisterhood.
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Spelman College was founded in 1881 as the Atlanta Baptist Female Seminary and grew into a nationally respected liberal arts college dedicated to educating Black women.
Spelman’s founding legacy is rooted in expanding education for Black women and preparing graduates for leadership, service, scholarship, and global impact.
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