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Amidst the academic excellence that defines Spelman's class of 2024, ten individuals emerged as the brightest stars, embodying the College's commitment to intellectual rigor, social responsibility and transformative leadership.
Founding. Harriet E. Giles and Sophia B. Packard founded Spelman College. The Atlanta Baptist Female Seminary was established on 11 April, 1881 in the basement of Friendship Baptist Church in Atlanta, Georgia, by two teachers from the Oread Institute of Worcester, Massachusetts: Harriet E. Giles and Sophia B. Packard.
Spelman College, a historically Black college and a global leader in the education of women of African descent, is dedicated to academic excellence in the liberal arts and sciences and the intellectual, creative, ethical, and leadership development of its students.
Spelman College, a historically Black college and a global leader in the education of women of African descent, is dedicated to academic excellence in the liberal arts and sciences and the intellectual, creative, ethical and leadership development of its students.
We offer strong academic programs in the arts, humanities, social sciences, mathematics and the sciences. Our exceptional faculty and staff will be by your side every step of the way. Explore, experiment, and enjoy this exciting opportunity to make your college experience the very best for you.
Admissions. A Spelman student will come to campus with diverse aspirations, goals and interests. Throughout her time here, she will follow an academic, social, and cultural path uniquely hers – rooted in a tradition of excellence where she is mentored and supported by an extraordinary team of faculty, staff, alumnae, and her Spelman sisters.
As one of the nation's leading liberal arts institutions, Spelman educates women who will change the world, and we invite you to come and experience everything the institution has to offer. Located five minutes from downtown Atlanta, Spelman is a historic landmark that sits on 39 lush acres.
Study Abroad and International Exchange. A list of all majors, minors and programs offered at Spelman College.
Founded in 1881 as the Atlanta Baptist Female Seminary, Spelman College is the oldest historically Black college for women in America.
Spelman College establishes the first-ever chair of queer studies at a historically Black college or university. It is named after Audre Lorde The College receives a $2 million grant from the National Science Foundation to support undergraduate research in STEM fields
