Morris Brown College
Morris Brown College is a private university in Atlanta, Georgia, enrolling about 432 students. Published tuition for full-time study is about $9,558 per year before aid—well below typical private-university sticker prices. The published completion rate is about 25.00% for the cohort window reported to the Education Department.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $9,558
- 2024 Average Net Price: $24,901 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: N/A Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 432 83.1% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 25.00%
Morris Brown College: what the data shows
Common questions about Morris Brown College, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Morris Brown College?
Morris Brown College is located in Atlanta, GA (ZIP 30314-4140).
NCES locale classification: City.
Is Morris Brown College public or private?
Morris Brown College is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does Morris Brown College cost?
Published tuition: $9,558.
Average net price after aid: $24,901.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $23,264 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $21,593 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $28,167 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $31,968 |
| $110,001+ | $28,568 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $38,232.
How big is Morris Brown College?
Total enrollment: 432 students.
About 83% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Morris Brown College?
150%-time completion rate: 25.00%.
First-year retention: 70.6%.
How much debt do students have?
65.31% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Morris Brown College known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Other/Unknown Programs (56 completions)
- CIP 520201 (28 completions)
- CIP 240102 (11 completions)
- General Psychology (7 completions)
- CIP 500901 (7 completions)
- CIP 520206 (3 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Morris Brown College a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show completion rate 25.00%; net price $24,901. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Costs
Tuition Costs
$9,558
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Morris Brown College was $9,558.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$24,901
2024 Value
In 2024 Morris Brown College had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $24,901.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$99,604 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$24,901 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$38,232 4-Year Tuition
Costs include tuition and fees. Room & board, books, and other expenses are additional.
4-year total cost breakdown for Morris Brown College.
Financial Aid by Income Level
65.31% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
77.55% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
Not reported
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Morris Brown College was not reported in the College Scorecard extract for this institution.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for Morris Brown College in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2022–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $9,558 | $9,558 | $10,755 |
| 2023 | $9,558 | $9,558 | $18,898 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Admissions
Acceptance Rate
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
Test score data is not available for this institution.
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
GPA requirements are not published by this institution. Contact the admissions office for specific academic requirements.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
83.1% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Morris Brown College in 2024 is 432 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
70.6%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
25.00% 100% Completion Time
25.00% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 25.00% of students graduating from Morris Brown College completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Morris Brown College.
Return on Investment
ROI data is not available for this institution.
Financial value analysis for Morris Brown College.
Top Programs by Completions
6 Programs Reporting Data
CIP 52.0201: 28 completions
CIP 24.0102: 11 completions
General Psychology: 7 completions
CIP 50.0901: 7 completions
CIP 52.0206: 3 completions
Other/Unknown Programs: 56 completions
Most popular programs at Morris Brown College.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Morris Brown College graduates.
About
Morris Brown College is a private non-profit institution located in Atlanta, GA, offering 6 distinct degree programs across various academic disciplines. The institution enrolls approximately 432 students. The institution maintains a 25.00% graduation rate. Approximately 65.31% of students receive Pell Grants.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Location
Atlanta, GA 30314-4140
Region: Southeast
Insights and Analysis
Graduation Rate Considerations: The 25.00% graduation rate at Morris Brown College falls below the national average. Prospective students should carefully consider factors such as academic preparation, support services, and career outcomes when evaluating this institution.
FAQ
How much does Morris Brown College cost?
Reported in-state tuition is $9,558 and average net price is $24,901 in the latest College Scorecard data.
What is the graduation rate at Morris Brown College?
The 150%-time completion rate is 25.0% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How big is Morris Brown College?
Total enrollment is about 432 students in the latest reporting year.
Is Morris Brown College public or private?
Morris Brown College is a private nonprofit institution located in Atlanta, GA.
Is Morris Brown College an HBCU?
Yes. Morris Brown College is flagged as a historically Black college or university (HBCU) in IPEDS.
Is Morris Brown College a tribal college?
No. Morris Brown College is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Morris Brown College a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, Morris Brown College does not meet that proxy (reported share 3.5%).
Is Morris Brown College religiously affiliated?
Yes. IPEDS reports a religious affiliation for Morris Brown College: African Methodist Episcopal.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.