Spelman College
Reviews

Easy

Everything in Atlanta is accessible by the marta and it is affordable.

Neither

Spelman has a no tolerance rule for both alcohol and drugs.

Off Campus Food

Atlanta has a lot of places to eat at if you can get to them MARTA is OK if you learn how to use it and have the patience, but it's best to have a car or know someone that does. Around campus there is Taco Bell, Popeye's, and an American Deli most give student discounts. There are also a lot of places that deliver to Spelman too. No matter what you are feeling you can usually get it for a good price. I like eating off campus or ordering in when I have the extra money.

What to Eat

There are about 8 fast food restaurants that are in walking distance of the school. These restaurants are affordable but the area is not the safest to walk through. Most people drive to restaurants that are downtown since the school is only about 5 minutes from downtown.

Spelman College Food and Dining

The Spelman cafe is not the worst of all colleges. Students seem to like the "Fried Chicken Wednesday" and "Fried Fish Friday". Every Wednesday there is fried chicken and other soul food options. Every Friday there is fried fish with hush puppies and rice. There is one other dining choice on campus and which is The Grill. Around campus there are few options. Popeyes and Taco bell are the most popular eating places. Overall Spelman dining is manageable.

Transportation

Public Transportation is really good, the Marta will be your best friend.

Diversity at Spelman

Spelman is a historically black college, in Atlanta, near a few other historically black colleges and universities; so naturally there is a really big African American community. However, there is a lot of diversity in thought, economic backgrounds, political beliefs, religion, and sexual orientation.

The Spelmanite Life

The freshman dorms at Spelman College are just as comfortable as you make them. Most equiptment is provided such as desks and chairs, otherwise Get Creative !

Safety

The public safety at Spelman is AMAZING ! i feel completely safe on campus, they take their job seriously. I know i do not have to worry about anything, except the girls that steal food out of the refrigerator.

Excellent

I would not prefer to go to any other school. Spelman is the best school out there and the opportunities are endless so do not skip out on this opportunity.

Good

We have alot of social events to attend. People are really nice and community service is required that way we all can make a difference

ITS Ok

They offer shuttles for you altough the shuttles should take you to father places.

An All Female Institution

Spelman is an all female institution. However, Morehouse College, an all male institution, and Clark Atlanta University, a coed institution, are both conveniently located across the street from Spelman. The boys and girls from all three schools come from all over the country and have their own styles. There are cute boys and girls, and some not-so-cute boys and girls. It all depends on your preference.

Always a Place to Go

There are multiple computer labs available on campus and one lab that is opened 24 hours. Each computer lab is equipped with printers. There are also computer lounges in each residential hall. There is WiFi in the academic buildings and in the newest residential hall and it is very reliable. My suggestions for Spelman would be to put printers in the residential lounges and have WiFi across the entire campus.

Greeks Are HUGE!

Greek life at Spelman and the AUC (Atlanta University Center, this includes Spelman, Morehouse, and Clark Atlanta) is a big deal. There are various sororities on campus, and they do many different activities. They hold fundraisers, fun nights, community service, and other various activities. The sororities are always present in Greek step shows, and always stroll at Market Fridays or HUmp Wednesdays.

Rigorous Academics

Spelman College has done it's best to guarantee students a great education. Every major has an advisor of whom students can refer to for their individual academic planning. There are also opportunities for students to meet with various representatives in order to better prepare for graduate school applications.

Ain't Nothin' Better Than Abby Psi Phi

I stayed in Abby my first year of Spelman and it was wonderful. Although it was so far away from everything, especially the entrance gate when you were coming from a late party, it was very homey and everyone knew one another in the dorm. We were the smallest dorm so we were like a big family. Now I am at LLC2 and although we have A/C and elevators, we barely know anyone other than our roomates. It is best to stay off of campus as soon as possible, though, because Spelman is already EXTRA EXPENSIVE.

GREAT ALL-AROUND

Because of the metropolitan transit, it makes it convenient for students to obtain housing anywhere in the city of Atlanta and still have transportation to get back and forth from school to home. I'm mean it Atlanta so prices range depending on location. That's one thing I love about Spelman, at the end of each year, they host a Housing Fair and let many student housing facilities come and share what they have to offer, that way instead of going out house hunting they are brought to you.

Ugh.

Food is food. I've never been on to complain, but oh my, some of the food that Spelman puts together is just weird. One night last semester, the main line served nachos, collard greens, and honey glazed tofu. Go ahead and eat from the main line of you want, and end up sick...

The pasta line is the best though. Mr. Stanley (Hey!) makes the best pasta for us, and the sandwich line is pretty good too.

Safety First, Children!

Spelman security is awesome. They really look out for the girls on campus and off. You can always find one posted up in the side of the street where many students walk to and from the Marta station. Even though the area is (supposedly) dangerous, I feel safe on campus and around the neighborhood.

Spelman Stricness

Spelman has pretty strict policies about visitation. Visitation hours for all Spelman students on campus is from 6pm to 11:30 pm. All males must be off campus by 12pm. They are also very strict about student conduct as well as dress code

Security Is on Point

Spelman College is on point with security. Its all girls school, all guys have to be off campus at 12am. If not, security will come look for you. Most of the strictness is for the good because i feel so safe there.

Love the Clubs

College parties are so cool. we have transportation provided by the atlanta university center so it isnt that bad.

Campus

Spelman College has a beautiful landscaping for any tourist to enjoy. The student center is very helpful and has the accessibility to the information needed. The campus activities are very live and welcoming to all the students.

The Party's Off-Campus

There is nowhere for students to party on campus because public safety has things under lock, but the local college promotional teams always host a few parties every weekend and provide free and safe shuttle transportation from campus to the club and from the club back to campus.