Guided by a commitment to excellence, Morehouse, an historically black liberal arts college for men, assumes a special responsibility for teaching students about the history and culture of black people. The college seeks to develop men with disciplined minds, emphasizing the continuing search for truth as a liberating force.
Morehouse prepares its students for leadership and service through instructional programs and extracurricular activities that:
develop skills in oral and written communications, analytical and critical thinking and interpersonal relationships;
foster an understanding and appreciation of the elements and evolution of various cultures and the nature of the physical universe;
foster understanding and appreciation of the specific knowledge and skills needed for the pursuit of professional careers and/or graduate study and;
cultivate the personal attributes of self-confidence, tolerance, morality, ethical behavior, humility, a global perspective, and a commitment to a social justice.
Admission Considerations:
Secondary school GPA (Required), Secondary school rank (Recommended), Secondary school record (Required), Completion of college-prepatory program (Recommended), Recommendations (Required), Formal demonstration of competencies (Recommended), Admission test scores (Required), TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) (Required)
Test Scores (2006) :
25th Percentile
75th Percentile
SAT Critical Reading
480
580
SAT Math
480
590
SAT Writing
ACT Composite
20
24
ACT English
19
25
ACT Math
19
25
Notes:
25th Percentile = 25% of students scored at or below
75th Percentile = 25% of students scored above
Tuition and Fees :
Undergraduate Academic Year Cost:
2005-2006
2006-2007
2007-2008
Tuition and fees
$16,016
$17,536
$18,678
Books and supplies
$1,500
$1,500
$1,500
Room and board (on campus)
$9,066
$9,454
$9,928
Financial Aid Information:
Financial Aid Office Phone: (404) 215-2638
Percentage of students receiving any financial aid: 97%
Average amount of types of financial aid received from:
Federal Grants: $3,684
State/Local Grants: $2,500
Institutional Grants: $10,234
Student Loans: $9,625
