Morehouse College

Atlanta, Georgia · Private nonprofit, 4-year

At a glance

Average net price

$39,013

In-state, after aid

6-year graduation rate

59.4%

Admission rate

44%

Undergrad size

2,844

In-state tuition

$32,893

Out-of-state tuition

$32,893

Cost of attendance

$51,433

Median earnings (10y)

$52,889

Admissions

SAT average
1,090
ACT midpoint
23
Retention
86.9%
Locale
City

Programs breakdown

17 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by business (37%), social sciences (22%), humanities & arts (18%).

  • STEM17%
  • Business37%
  • Humanities & arts18%
  • Social sciences22%
  • Trades & services6%

Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.

Specific majors offered

25 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.

MajorCredentialGradsMedian earningsMedian debt
Business Administration, Management and Operations.Bachelor's246$46,905$23,625
Biology, General.Bachelor's84$24,543
Political Science and Government.Bachelor's61$30,449$25,125
Sociology.Bachelor's61$29,500
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness.Bachelor's49$19,951$28,000
Film/Video and Photographic Arts.Bachelor's47
Computer Science.Bachelor's44
Psychology, General.Bachelor's37$25,170$26,000
Economics.Bachelor's37$64,324$27,000
English Language and Literature, General.Bachelor's26$20,798$26,000
Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft.Bachelor's22
Communication and Media Studies.Bachelor's19$17,470$26,000
Computer Engineering.Bachelor's17
Mathematics.Bachelor's16
Area Studies.Bachelor's14
Chemistry.Bachelor's12
Physics.Bachelor's12
Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication.Bachelor's10
Engineering Physics.Bachelor's10
Engineering Science.Bachelor's10
Philosophy.Bachelor's10
Music.Bachelor's10
History.Bachelor's9
International/Globalization Studies.Bachelor's8
Fine and Studio Arts.Bachelor's5

Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.

About Morehouse College

Morehouse College is a mid-sized institution located in Atlanta, Georgia, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 2,844 undergraduate students in a city setting. The most popular fields of study include Business, Social sciences, Biological sciences.

Cost & tuition

The average net price at Morehouse College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $39,013 per year, which is premium-priced compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $32,893 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $51,433 annually.

Graduation & earnings outcomes

The 6-year graduation rate is 59.4%, a above-average completion outcome. 86.9% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $52,889 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.

Programs & majors

Morehouse College confers degrees and certificates across 17 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Business, Social sciences, Biological sciences. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by business (37% of credentials), social sciences (22% of credentials), humanities & arts (18% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.

Admissions

Morehouse College accepts 44% of applicants, making it selective. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,090. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 23.

Location & campus

Set in Atlanta, Georgia (city), Morehouse College draws students from across Georgia and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.

Frequently asked questions about Morehouse College

Q.How much does Morehouse College cost?

The average net price at Morehouse College is $39,013 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $51,433.

Q.What is the graduation rate at Morehouse College?

Morehouse College has a 6-year graduation rate of 59.4% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.

Q.How hard is it to get into Morehouse College?

Morehouse College admits 44% of applicants, which is considered selective.

Q.How much do Morehouse College graduates earn?

Ten years after enrolling, the median Morehouse College graduate earns $52,889 per year.

Q.What is tuition at Morehouse College?

Published tuition is $32,893 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.

Q.Where is Morehouse College located?

Morehouse College is located in Atlanta, Georgia (ZIP 30314).

Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Morehouse College at their official website.