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Emory University draws driven, competitive students who also know the value of enjoying college life. Pre-professional majors dominate the academic landscape, so it's no wonder that Emory students are so focused on the future. No matter which field you're in, you'll be surrounded by people fighting for top grades and logging the study hours to show for it. Yet the social scene doesn't suffer. Set in a suburban area of Atlanta, there's always a game, cultural event or show going on in the neighboring communities, which include Buckhead, Decatur, Midtown, and Little Five Points. The private Christian school's campus is gorgeously green, and there's a thriving Greek scene that provides a built-in network of friends to those who rush. There are 19 varsity athletic teams, with a newly added women's golf team. As for the student body, the school's above-average price tag attracts some more affluent students, as evidenced by the slew of BMWs and Audis seen in the limited and often-crowded parking lots. But if you arrive car-less, there is a campus-wide shuttle system called the Cliff that services all students.
CORONAVIRUS UPDATE
FALL 2020 PLAN: Emory University is prioritizing seniors and international students for in-person classes, specifically those who need to conduct research, attend labs or use performance and studio facilities. All sophomores and juniors, as well as seniors who don't need to use any of these facilities, are limited to remote learning. The school is waiving all activity fees for the fall semester.
costs
Est. Full Price 2020-2021
$71,100
% of students who get any grants
57%
Est. price for students who receive aid
$28,000
Average price for low-income students
$12,400
admissions
Acceptance rate
19%
Median SAT/ACT Score
1440/33
SAT/ACT Required for Fall 2021?
no
Enrollment
6,980
Financial Aid
% of students with need who get grants
95%
% of need met
100%
% of students who get merit* grants
5%
Average merit grant
$29,380
student success
Graduation rate
90%
Average time to a degree
4.1 years
Average student debt
$18,000
Average salary within 5 years
$59,300
% earning more than $28,000
88%
key deadlines
Early decision application
Nov 1
Regular application
Jan 1
coronavirus update
FALL 2020 PLAN: Emory University is prioritizing seniors and international students for in-person classes, specifically those who need to conduct research, attend labs or use performance and studio facilities. All sophomores and juniors, as well as seniors who don't need to use any of these facilities, are limited to remote learning. The school is waiving all activity fees for the fall semester.
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