Emory University

Emory University

#25PrivateUrban
15,046
Total Students
7,359
Undergrads
7,687
Graduates
14.5%
Acceptance
📍 Atlanta, GA
🎓 Est. 1836
🌐 Website
📊Admissions
14.5%
Acceptance Rate
3.8-4
Middle 50% GPA Range of Admitted Students
1450-1530
Composite Score
Middle 50% SAT Range of Admitted Students
32-34
Composite Score
Middle 50% ACT Range of Admitted Students

Acceptance Rate Trend

201520162017201820192020202120222023202420252%8%14%20%26%23.7%25.3%22.0%18.5%15.6%19.2%13.0%11.4%11.1%10.7%11.0%

SAT Score Range Trend

(middle 50% of admitted students)

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Application Timeline

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Early Application Deadline
Nov 1 (ED I), Jan 1 (ED II)
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Decision Released
Mid-Dec (ED I), Mid-Feb (ED II)
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Regular Decision Deadline
January 1
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Decision Released
Early April

Application Methods

Early Decision I
Early Decision II
Regular Decision
⚖️Fit Profile

👍 Great Fit If You Are:

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Pre-health humanists

if you’re drawn to medicine, public health, or research because you care about people, Emory will nurture both your intellect and your empathy.

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Gentle but driven students

if you're ambitious but not cutthroat, Emory’s collaborative, emotionally intelligent culture will feel like home.

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Thoughtful learners

if you love reflecting on ethics, identity, or society as much as you love problem-solving, Emory blends both beautifully.

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Southern city lovers

if you want the diversity, food, and energy of Atlanta but prefer a calm, tree-lined campus as your base, Emory offers the best of both worlds.

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Students who value balance

if you want academic excellence with time to breathe, explore, and build real relationships, Emory makes space for that.

🚨 Not Ideal For:

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Students who crave constant buzz

Emory isn’t sleepy, but it’s not a party school or high-pressure startup hub; the vibe is calm and reflective.

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Hyper-competitive applicants

if you need adrenaline and visible rankings to stay motivated, Emory’s more internal culture may not match your pace.

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Snow lovers or seasonal types

Atlanta is humid, warm, and green most of the year; no snowy Gothic winters here.

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Those wanting Ivy-level name recognition

Emory is prestigious, but doesn’t carry the same “instant brand” as Columbia or Yale.

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Radical freeform thinkers

Emory is flexible, but still values structure, civility, and institutional tradition.

📍Campus Location
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👨‍🎓Student Life

☀️ Weather & Climate

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spring

60-75°F (16-24°C)

Mild and pleasant

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summer

75-90°F (24-32°C)

Hot and humid

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65-80°F (18-27°C)

Warm and comfortable

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winter

40-60°F (4-16°C)

Mild with occasional cold snaps

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Humid subtropical climate with hot summers and mild winters.

☀️Average 217 sunny days per year

👩‍🎓👨‍🎓 Demographics

17%
International Students

Gender Ratio

Female
58%
Male
42%

Ethnic Distribution

White
31%
Asian
27%
International
17%
African American
10%
Hispanic
9%
Multi-Race
6%

📚 Popular Majors

Business
Biology
Economics
Nursing
Psychology
💰Annual Tuition
In-State$67,080
Out-of-State$67,080
🍽️Dining & Nearby Areas

Campus Area Dining

Emory Village
Decatur
Virginia Highland

Nearby Areas

Piedmont Park
3 miles

A large public park with walking trails and recreational areas.

Price Range: $$
Little Five Points
4 miles

A neighborhood known for its eclectic shops and eateries.

Price Range: $
💸Career Outcomes
$66,000
Median Earnings
92%
Employment Rate
$61,200
Starting Salary
A+
Career Grade

Top Employers

Deloitte
CDC
Goldman Sachs
McKinsey
Emory Healthcare

Top Graduate School Destinations

Harvard University
Stanford University
University of Chicago