Study at Emory University
Join one of the United States' leading private research universities, offering transformative education, world-class research, and global opportunities in Atlanta, Georgia.
Research Excellence & Healthcare Innovation
Emory University, founded in 1836, is one of the United States' leading private research universities. Located on a 631-acre campus in Atlanta's historic Druid Hills neighbourhood, Emory combines the resources of a top research institution with the intimacy of a liberal arts college, serving approximately 15,500 students across nine academic schools.
Ranked among the top 25 national universities (US News) and #80 globally (QS 2025), Emory is internationally recognised for its strengths in healthcare, public health, business, law, liberal arts, and the sciences. The university's research enterprise exceeds $800 million annually, anchored by Emory Healthcare β Georgia's largest and most comprehensive health system β and the Rollins School of Public Health, the largest in the nation.
Emory's relationship with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the American Cancer Society, both headquartered adjacent to campus, creates unparalleled research and career opportunities in public health, epidemiology, and biomedical sciences. Atlanta β a global city with Fortune 500 headquarters, a thriving tech sector, and rich cultural diversity β provides students with exceptional professional and personal development opportunities.
Academic Programmes
Nine schools offering transformative education across liberal arts, sciences, healthcare, business, and law
Emory College of Arts and Sciences
Main Campus, Atlanta
Goizueta Business School
Main Campus, Atlanta
School of Medicine
Emory Healthcare District
Rollins School of Public Health
Main Campus, Atlanta
Nell Hodgson Woodruff School of Nursing
Main Campus, Atlanta
Laney Graduate School
Main Campus, Atlanta
School of Law
Main Campus, Atlanta
Candler School of Theology
Main Campus, Atlanta
Investment in Your Future
Indicative fees for 2024β25 academic year
Undergraduate
- tuition: $60,774 per year (2024β25)
- fees: $1,038 per year
- room and board: $17,200 per year
- total cost of attendance: $79,000 β $82,000 per year (full cost)
- need based aid: Emory meets 100% of demonstrated financial need for admitted students
Postgraduate
- mba goizueta: $65,000 per year (Full-Time MBA)
- mph rollins: $36,000 β $42,000 per year
- school of medicine: $58,000 per year
- laney graduate phd: Fully funded (tuition + stipend for most PhD students)
- school of law: $62,000 per year
Living in Atlanta
- on campus housing: $9,000 β $12,000 per year
- off campus atlanta: $12,000 β $18,000 per year
- meal plans: $5,500 β $6,800 per year
- health insurance: $3,200 β $3,800 per year (mandatory for internationals)
- books supplies: $1,000 β $1,500 per year
- personal transportation: $1,500 β $3,000 per year
Fees shown are for 2024β25 and subject to annual increases. Emory meets 100% of demonstrated financial need for admitted undergraduate students. Graduate funding varies by school β most PhD students at Laney Graduate School receive full tuition coverage plus a stipend.
Funding Your Emory Education
From merit scholarships to fully-funded PhD fellowships
Emory Scholars Program
Full tuition for 4 years
Eligibility: Outstanding incoming freshmen demonstrating exceptional academic achievement, leadership, and community impact
Includes Dean's Achievement, Woodruff, Goizueta, and Oxford Scholars. By nomination/invitation.
Need-Based Financial Aid
Up to full cost of attendance
Eligibility: All admitted undergraduate students demonstrating financial need (CSS Profile + FAFSA required)
Emory meets 100% of demonstrated need. Available to US citizens and eligible non-citizens.
Goizueta Business School Merit Awards
Partial to full tuition (MBA)
Eligibility: Admitted MBA candidates based on professional achievement, leadership potential, and academic excellence
Awarded at admission. No separate application required.
Rollins School of Public Health Scholarships
$5,000 β $25,000 per year
Eligibility: Admitted MPH/MSPH students based on academic merit and public health experience
Merit-based. Some diversity scholarships available.
Laney Graduate School Fellowships
Full tuition + stipend ($34,000+/year) + health insurance
Eligibility: Admitted PhD students across all programmes
Most PhD students receive 5+ years of full funding. Includes teaching/research assistantships.
Dean's Scholarship (School of Law)
Partial to full tuition
Eligibility: Admitted JD candidates with exceptional LSAT scores and academic records
Merit-based, renewable for 3 years. Awarded at admission.
How to Get In
Deadlines: November 1 (Early Decision I), January 1 (Early Decision II), January 1 (Regular Decision)
- Common Application or Coalition Application with Emory supplement
- High school transcripts (rigorous curriculum, strong GPA)
- SAT or ACT scores (test-optional for 2025β26)
- TOEFL iBT 100+ / IELTS 7.5+ / Duolingo 120+ (for non-native English speakers)
- Two teacher recommendations + one counselor recommendation
- Application essays (Emory-specific supplement)
- Activities list / extracurricular resume
- Interview (optional, alumni interview may be offered)
- Application fee: $75
Emory's acceptance rate is approximately 11β13%, making it one of the most selective universities in the US. The university practices need-blind admissions for US citizens and need-aware for international students. Early Decision applicants demonstrate higher admit rates.
English Language Requirements
- toefl ibt: 100+ overall (undergraduate), 100+ (most graduate programmes)
- ielts: 7.5+ (undergraduate), 7.0+ (most graduate programmes)
- duolingo: 120+ (undergraduate), 115+ (graduate)
- pte academic: 68+ overall
- waiver: May be waived with 4+ years of English-medium education or qualifying SAT EBRW score
Life at Emory
A 631-acre oasis of learning in Atlanta's historic Druid Hills
The Quadrangle
The historic heart of Emory's campus β a stunning Italian Renaissance-inspired quadrangle surrounded by marble buildings, green lawns, and towering oak trees. The architectural centrepiece of campus life.
Michael C. Carlos Museum
A world-class museum of art and archaeology on campus housing over 20,000 objects from ancient Egypt, Greece, Rome, the Americas, Asia, and Africa β plus rotating exhibitions.
Woodruff Library
The Robert W. Woodruff Library β Emory's main research library with 3.9 million volumes, special collections, digital scholarship labs, and collaborative study spaces open 24/7.
WoodPEC Recreation
The George and Irene Woodruff Physical Education Center β state-of-the-art fitness facilities, pool, climbing wall, group fitness, intramural sports, and outdoor adventure programmes.
Emory Healthcare District
One of the largest healthcare systems in Georgia β including Emory University Hospital, Winship Cancer Institute, and the Emory Clinic β providing unmatched clinical research and training.
Atlanta City Life
A global city of 6M+ with CNN, Coca-Cola, Delta, Home Depot, and 16 Fortune 500 HQs. Rich arts, food, music, and cultural diversity β all within minutes of campus.
Student Organisations
400+ student organisations β from cultural and pre-professional groups to community service, Greek life, publications, performing arts, and research groups.
Sustainability at Emory
A national leader in campus sustainability β LEED-certified buildings, an organic farm, a free campus shuttle, extensive recycling, and a commitment to carbon neutrality.
Career Outcomes
Research Strengths
Global Health & Infectious Disease
Adjacent to the CDC and in partnership with the Carter Center, Emory leads research on Ebola, COVID-19, HIV, malaria, and global vaccine development β including the Emory Vaccine Center.
Neuroscience & Brain Health
The Emory Brain Health Center integrates neurology, neurosurgery, psychiatry, and rehabilitation into world-leading research on Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, and brain injury.
Cancer Research (Winship)
Winship Cancer Institute β Georgia's only NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center β drives innovative clinical trials, precision oncology, and immunotherapy research.
Artificial Intelligence & Data Science
Emory's AI.Humanity initiative brings together computer science, medicine, law, and ethics to develop responsible AI systems. The Department of Computer Science is growing rapidly.
Public Health & Epidemiology
Rollins School of Public Health (#4 nationally) leads research in epidemiology, biostatistics, environmental health, and health equity β with direct CDC collaboration.
Climate & Sustainability
Emory's research spans environmental sciences, clean energy, sustainable agriculture, and climate policy β supported by commitments to campus carbon neutrality.
International Student Support
2,900+ international students from 100+ countries
- International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) β visa, immigration & compliance
- International student orientation (multi-day, pre-semester)
- Cultural adjustment programming & peer mentoring
- English Language Support Program (ELSP)
- OPT/CPT work authorization guidance
- International student health insurance navigation
- Career Centre with international student-specific advising
- Global Engagement programmes & study abroad
- Interfaith programming & cultural celebrations
- Airport welcome service for new international students
Your Path to Emory
Expert guidance from enquiry to enrolment
Programme Selection
We help you navigate Emory's nine schools β Arts & Sciences, Goizueta Business, Rollins Public Health, Medicine, Nursing, Law, Theology, and Laney Graduate β identifying the best programme for your academic and career goals.
Application Strategy
Expert guidance on Common App essays, Emory supplements, Early Decision strategy, recommendation letters, and activity lists. We help you stand out in a highly selective pool (11β13% acceptance rate).
Scholarship & Funding
Identify merit scholarships (Emory Scholars), need-based aid opportunities, graduate fellowships, and assistantships. We help you understand the full financial picture before applying.
Research Matching
For graduate applicants, we help identify faculty mentors, craft research statements, and align your interests with Emory's strengths in healthcare, public health, neuroscience, AI, and biomedical sciences.
Visa & Housing
F-1 student visa guidance, I-20 process, SEVIS fee, Atlanta housing options (on-campus residence halls vs. off-campus), and practical setup advice for international students.
Pre-Departure & Arrival
Comprehensive pre-departure briefing, Atlanta airport pickup coordination, orientation preparation, bank account and phone setup, and ongoing support throughout your Emory experience.
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Hear From Emory Students
βBeing next to the CDC is incredible β guest lectures from world-leading epidemiologists, internship opportunities in global health, and research that directly impacts public policy. Rollins is the best decision I've made.β
βGoizueta's small cohort means I know every classmate personally. The Atlanta connections are unmatched β Fortune 500 recruiting, healthcare consulting, and a startup ecosystem that's exploding.β
βFull funding plus world-class labs at Emory's medical campus. My research on immunotherapy at Winship has real clinical impact, and the mentorship from faculty has been transformative.β
Frequently Asked Questions
Undergraduate tuition is approximately $60,774 per year (2024β25), with total cost of attendance around $79,000β$82,000 including housing, food, and fees. Graduate tuition varies significantly β Goizueta MBA is ~$65,000/year, while most PhD students at Laney Graduate School receive full funding (tuition + $34,000+ stipend).
Emory's undergraduate acceptance rate is approximately 11β13%, making it highly selective. For graduate programmes, selectivity varies β Goizueta MBA admits ~30%, Rollins MPH is moderately competitive, and PhD programmes are highly selective (5β15% acceptance). Strong academic records, meaningful activities, and compelling essays are essential.
Yes. The Emory Scholars Program offers full tuition to outstanding freshmen. For graduate students, Laney Graduate School provides full funding to most PhD students. Goizueta MBA and Rollins MPH offer merit-based scholarships. However, undergraduate need-based aid is limited for international students (need-aware admission).
Undergraduate: TOEFL iBT 100+, IELTS 7.5+, or Duolingo 120+. Graduate: typically TOEFL 100+ or IELTS 7.0+, varying by programme. Waivers may be granted for students with 4+ years of English-medium education.
Emory's proximity to the CDC and American Cancer Society (both adjacent to campus), its #4-ranked Rollins School of Public Health, Winship Cancer Institute (Georgia's only NCI-designated centre), and Emory Healthcare system create an unmatched ecosystem for health sciences research, training, and career opportunities.
International students on F-1 visas can work up to 20 hours/week on campus during semesters and full-time during breaks. CPT (Curricular Practical Training) is available for internships. After graduation, OPT provides 12 months of work authorization (36 months for STEM fields).
Emory offers 400+ student organisations, Division III athletics, performing arts, Greek life, and extensive community service. The campus is a beautiful 631-acre oasis in Atlanta's Druid Hills. With a 9:1 student-to-faculty ratio, classes are intimate and mentorship is accessible.
We provide comprehensive support: programme selection across Emory's nine schools, application strategy, essay review and editing, scholarship identification, visa guidance, housing assistance, and pre-departure support. Our service is completely free for students β we help you present the strongest possible application to this highly selective institution.