Morehouse College

• Overview & Academics

  • Morehouse College is a private, historically Black men’s liberal arts college in Atlanta, Georgia. Founded in 1867, it is renowned for its legacy of academic excellence, leadership development, and social justice advocacy. Morehouse is an exclusively undergraduate institution that offers a broad-based curriculum rooted in the liberal arts tradition. Academic divisions include Business & Economics, Humanities, Social Sciences & Culture, and Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM). The college prides itself on developing men committed to scholarship, service, and leadership.

• Admissions

  • Morehouse College uses a holistic admission process evaluating academic achievement, leadership, extracurricular involvement, and character. Applicants are required to submit high school transcripts, SAT or ACT scores (test-optional policy varies by year), essays, recommendation letters, and may be invited for interviews. The college welcomes applications from academically talented students from all backgrounds who support its mission of producing leaders with a sense of social responsibility.

• Admission Stats

  • Acceptance Rate: Approximately 65%
    Middle 50% SAT: 970–1130
    Middle 50% ACT: 18–24
    Total Applicants: 5,000+ annually

• Cost

  • Undergraduate Tuition and Fees: Around $29,468 per year
    Room and Board: Approx. $14,200 annually
    Total Estimated Cost of Attendance: Between $43,000 and $46,000 per year (varies based on personal expenses and course load)
    Financial aid is widely available to qualified students, including grants, scholarships, federal/state aid, and work-study programs.

• Student Population

  • Total Enrollment: Approximately 2,500 undergraduate students
    Demographics: Predominantly African-American men from across the U.S. and abroad; 100% male student population

• Rankings & Distinctions

  • Morehouse is consistently ranked among the top Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) in the country. Recognized for leadership development, STEM education, and its historic legacy, it boasts notable alumni such as Martin Luther King Jr., Spike Lee, and Maynard Jackson. Morehouse is nationally acclaimed for producing a high number of Black male medical and doctorate degree holders.

• Campus & Culture

  • The 66-acre campus is located in the Atlanta University Center, adjacent to Spelman College, Clark Atlanta University, and other key cultural sites. The campus features historic and modern facilities, state-of-the-art learning centers, residence halls, and spaces celebrating Black history and leadership. The college’s culture is distinguished by brotherhood, mentorship, civic activism, and a vibrant tradition of academic and artistic achievement.

• Athletics & Traditions

  • Morehouse College competes in NCAA Division II athletics as part of the Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (SIAC). Sports include football, basketball, cross country, track and field, tennis, golf, and volleyball (club-level and emerging sports). Traditions such as New Student Orientation, Crown Forum assemblies, and the annual “Morehouse-Spelman Homecoming” are integral, reinforcing brotherhood and college pride. The Glee Club and the “Morehouse Men” legacy also hold a prominent place.

• Mission

  • Morehouse’s mission is to develop men of disciplined minds who will lead lives of leadership and service. The college aspires to be a model for producing graduates who manifest academic excellence, ethical leadership, and global citizenship, especially among African-American men.

• Leadership & Current Developments

  • Led by President David A. Thomas, Ph.D., Morehouse continues to expand its academic offerings, investment in STEM disciplines, and partnerships with major corporations and non-profits. Recent initiatives include a greater focus on mental health, the expansion of online and hybrid learning, and increased financial aid support, including student-debt relief programs targeting Black men in higher education.

• Programs

  • Morehouse offers Bachelor’s degrees in 33 majors across diverse subjects such as:

    1. Biology & Pre-Medicine
    2. Business Administration & Financial Services
    3. Computer Science & Software Engineering
    4. English, Journalism & Media Studies
    5. Political Science & International Studies
    6. Psychology
    7. Mathematics & Physics
    8. Music, Theatre & Drama
    9. Africana Studies

    The college runs a renowned Honors Program, research seminars, study abroad, dual-degree engineering programs, and leadership institutes.

• Campus Life

  • Campus life is energetic, including multicultural events, guest lectures, arts performances, and civic engagement programs. Residence life fosters community, with required on-campus housing for first-year students, living-learning communities, and mentorship programs. A network of alumni and fraternity-based mentorships enriches undergraduate experiences.

• Student Organizations

  • Students can join over 80 organizations, including:

    1. Student Government Association (SGA)
    2. Academic and Honor Societies
    3. Civic Action and Community Service Clubs
    4. Greek Fraternities (Divine Nine member organizations)
    5. The Morehouse Glee Club
    6. Debate Team
    7. Cultural and faith-based groups
    8. Entrepreneurship, technology, and innovation clubs

Website: www.morehouse.edu
Address: 830 Westview Dr SW, Atlanta, Georgia 30314