Morehouse College is a historically black college located in Atlanta, Georgia, United States. It was established in 1867 by William Jefferson White, an Augusta Baptist cabinetmaker and minister. Originally, the college was named Augusta Institute. It received its present name in 1913. Morehouse College occupies a land area of more than 60 acres. The college offers degrees through its academic divisions, which are:
Morehouse College's athletic teams are known as the Maroon Tigers. Students compete in campus sports such as baseball, basketball, football, cross country, tennis, golf, and track and field. Students have access to several of the college's Greek fraternities and sororities including Alpha Phi Alpha, Phi Beta Sigma, Iota Phi Theta, and Omega Psi Phi.
Morehouse College
830 Westview Dr SW
Atlanta , GA 30314
General Phone:
(404) 681-2800
http://www.morehouse.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 176 | African-American studies, Spanish language, English, general studies, economics, international relations, political science, sociology, urban studies, ... |
| Business and Management | 153 | business management |
| Therapy and Counseling | 64 | psychology |
| Science | 50 | biology, chemistry, physics |
| Mathematics | 17 | mathematics |
| Music | 14 | music |
| Drama and Performing Arts | 10 | drama |
| Religion and Philosophy | 10 | philosophy, religion |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 9 | computer and info science |
| Nutrition and Exercise Therapy | 8 | health and physical education |
| Engineering | 7 | engineering |
| Education and Teaching | 2 | education |
| Art Studies | 1 | art studies |
Number of programs and degrees for Morehouse College in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 521 | 25 |
Morehouse College is a historically black college.
In 2007-2008, Morehouse College had a total enrollment of 2,810 students (2,835 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 100% |
| Full-Time | 97% |
| Part-Time | 3% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
Racial Diversity:
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 0% |
| Black | 96% |
| Hispanic | 0% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 1% |
| (Foreign Students) | 2% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 2% |
| 18-19 | 40% |
| 20-21 | 39% |
| 22-24 | 14% |
| 25-29 | 3% |
| 30-34 | 0% |
| 35-39 | 0% |
| 40-49 | 0% |
| 50-64 | 0% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 85 % |
| Part-Time | 45 % |
Morehouse College offers campus housing for 1,625 of its 2,835 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Atlanta, Georgia for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Georgia Colleges).
The school offers students a meal plan with 19 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 2,279 | 1,645 | 72% | 715 | 43% |
| Men | 2,279 | 1,645 | 72% | 715 | 43% |
| Women | 0 | 0 | 0% | 0 | 0% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 460 | 560 |
| SAT Math | 450 | 570 |
| ACT Verbal | 17 | 24 |
| ACT Math | 17 | 24 |
| ACT Composite | 18 | 24 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | recommended |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 76% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 42% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 20,358 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 20,358 |
| Room and board | $ 10,424 |
| Room charge | $ 5,940 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 4,484 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,500 |
| Other expenses | $ 4,300 |
Financial Aid:
Morehouse College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 158200)
Morehouse College has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 52 | 17 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 22 | 13 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 27 | 24 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 25 | $84,903 | 9 | $75,776 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 37 | $68,907 | 11 | $66,329 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 31 | $53,102 | 22 | $52,471 |
| Instructor | academic year | 8 | $42,005 | 12 | $42,492 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 101 | $65,885 | 54 | $56,960 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Football | Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference |
| Basketball | Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference |
| Baseball | Georgia-Alabama-Carolina Conference |
| Track | Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 111 | 0 | 111 |
| Football | 60 | 0 | 60 |
| Baseball | 15 | 0 | 15 |
| Basketball | 10 | 0 | 10 |
| Track | 17 | 0 | 17 |
| All Other Sports | 9 | 0 | 9 |
Art Studies
Art/Art Studies, General
Business And Management
Business Administration and Management, General
Computer Science And Engineering
Computer and Information Sciences, General
Drama And Performing Arts
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
Education And Teaching
Education, General
Engineering
Engineering, General
Liberal Arts
African-American/Black Studies
Economics, General
English Language and Literature, General
General Studies
History, General
International Relations and Affairs
Political Science and Government, General
Sociology
Spanish Language and Literature
Urban Studies/Affairs
Mathematics
Mathematics, General
Nutrition And Exercise Therapy
Health and Physical Education, General
Religion And Philosophy
Philosophy
Religion/Religious Studies
Science
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
Physics, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Morehouse College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Male % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | ![]() ![]() |
| % of degrees in mathematics (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% | ![]() ![]() |
| Minority % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% | ![]() ![]() |
| % of degrees in science (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% | ![]() |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 9% | ![]() |
| Number of students (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 11% | ![]() |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 12% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in computer science and engineering (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 14% | ![]() |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 15% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in business and management (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in music (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in therapy and counseling (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 19% | ![]() |
Notable:
Grants credits for AP courses
Career counseling
Career services
Student employment services
Remedial classes for students
Option to study abroad
Offers part-time study
Offers campus housing
Offers a board (meal) plan
Tenure system for quality teaching
Has ROTC (army, navy)
Offers athletic scholarships
NCAA athletic conference member
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