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Morehouse College

Atlanta, GA · Private nonprofit · Large city · Website

Admission rate
44%
Selective
Average net price
$38,655
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
57%
Median earnings
$62,169
10 years after enrolling

Summary

Morehouse College is a private nonprofit college in Atlanta, GA with 2,844 undergraduates. It admits 44% of applicants, and admitted students average 1090 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $38,655 per year ($32,102 for families earning under $30,000). 57% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $62,169 ten years after enrolling.

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Admissions

Admission rate
44%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test optional
Fall 2024
Applicants
5,610
Fall 2023
Admitted
2,883
Fall 2023
Yield
24%
of admitted students enrolled

Middle 50% of admitted students (Fall 2024). A quarter scored below the band and a quarter above.

ACT Composite18–25
136

What Morehouse College looks at

As reported by the college to IPEDS (Fall 2023).

  • High school recordRequired
  • High school GPARequired
  • College-prep courseworkConsidered
  • Class rankConsidered
  • Essay or personal statementRequired
  • RecommendationsRequired
  • Demonstrated competenciesNot considered
  • Legacy statusConsidered
  • Work experienceConsidered
  • English proficiency testConsidered

Cost

Cost of attendance
$52,456
sticker price, per year
Tuition & fees
$34,030

Net price by family income

Average yearly cost after grants and scholarships for students receiving federal aid.

  • $0–30k$32,102
  • $30–48k$32,502
  • $48–75k$34,353
  • $75–110k$40,330
  • $110k+$44,140

Get a personal estimate with Morehouse College's net price calculator

Outcomes

Graduation rate
57%
Freshman retention
87%
Median earnings
$62,169
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$24,500
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
2,844
Student–faculty ratio
14:1
Receive Pell grants
49%
  • White0%
  • Hispanic0%
  • Black97%
  • Asian0%

Morehouse College FAQ

What is Morehouse College's acceptance rate?+

Morehouse College admits 44% of applicants, which makes it selective.

What ACT score do you need for Morehouse College?+

The middle 50% ACT composite range for admitted students is 18–25.

Is Morehouse College test optional?+

Test optional (considered if submitted).

How many students apply to Morehouse College?+

In Fall 2023, 5,610 students applied to Morehouse College and 2,883 were admitted; 682 enrolled.

Does Morehouse College consider legacy status?+

Yes. Morehouse College reported that legacy status is considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does Morehouse College require an essay?+

Morehouse College reported that an essay or personal statement is required for admission (Fall 2023).

How much does Morehouse College cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $52,456 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $38,655.

What is Morehouse College's graduation rate?+

57% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

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