Freshman Requirements

Many factors are taken into consideration in the selection of a freshman class, and each candidate is viewed on an individual basis. The strength of a student's secondary preparation is an excellent measure of a student's readiness for college. Of value also are personal qualities, such as maturity, intellectual awareness, and motivation toward learning. In addition to school records and personal attributes, aptitude and achievement test scores can be helpful in predicting college performance and are considered with other credentials in the application for admission to Morehouse.

A student's secondary school preparation should include four (4) units in English, (3) units in Mathematics, two (2) units in Natural Sciences, and two (2) units in Social Sciences. Two (2) units of Foreign Language are also recommended to be included in preparation for entering students. Additional study should be pursued in academic subjects according to individual interests. Students who present strong academic records with a "B" or better average (85 or better on 100 point scale) and test scores of at least 1500 on the SAT or 22 on the ACT have the best chance for admission to Morehouse.

Early Admission
Early admission may be granted to students who have completed at least two years of high school. Candidates should present a grade-point average of 3.0 or better on a 4.0 scale, and should have achieved a high level of performance on the Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT). Strong written recommendations from the high school principal or guidance counselor are required. Early admit students are also required to sit for examination leading to the high school equivalency diploma. All admissions decisions are made pending final and official school transcripts.

Joint Enrollment
Highly motivated students who have successfully completed the 11th grade may qualify for a special Joint Enrollment Program. Students admitted to this program will have the opportunity to take freshman-level courses at Morehouse College while enrolled in a public high school in the metropolitan Atlanta area. Selection is made on the basis of grade-point average, SAT scores, and the recommendation of the high school guidance counselor. A personal interview is required. Courses taken earn high school and college credit, and are prescribed by the high school counselor.