Emory University

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School Says - General Information
Emory University is internationally recognized for its outstanding liberal arts college, highly ranked professional schools, and comprehensive healthcare system. Emory College, the four-year undergraduate division of Emory University, offers a broad and rigorous liberal arts curriculum with over 70 majors and 55 minors to choose from. Emory provides the opportunities, resources and facilities of a major research university and with 5,500 undergraduate students, the small classes and faculty attention of a smaller liberal arts college. Take a look at all Emory has to offer- you'll see why Emory students feel inspired to do more with what they learn here.

School Says - Student Body
Emory students know how to balance hard work with having fun. With all students living on campus for their first two years, this active community is enhanced by a close-knit living environment. The student body is highly involved in extracurricular activities, dedicating 6-10 hours per week to nearly 300 clubs, teams, and organizations. Whether it's Jazz Ensemble, Ultimate Frisbee, Division III Varsity sports, The Emory Wheel (student newspaper), Student Government Association, Concert Choir, or Outdoor Emory, there's an organization for you. Furthermore, more than 80% of our students are involved in Volunteer Emory to share their passion for service and enthusiasm for Emory by volunteering on-campus and throughout the local community. Emory was one of just three schools nationwide that was awarded the Presidential Award for Community Service for commitment to volunteering, service-learning, and civic engagement. In 2009, Emory students completed 150,000 hours of service with more than 200 community partners on projects related to poverty, homelessness, chronic disease, medical services, and environmental conservation. Emory's campus thrives on constant activity, and students are encouraged to get involved, share opinions, and flourish in their new environment.

School Says - Academics
Undergraduate programs in humanities, sciences, business, and nursing allow Emory students to explore their interests and talents in the classroom and in the field. Emory cultivates engaged scholars who make a difference in their communities with critical thinking skills and hands-on experience in ethical leadership, service, and research. Our students come from far and wide to live and learn within a diverse community of talented artists, accomplished researchers, inspired scholars, and skilled educators.

Moreover, at Emory you won't just find students getting an education. Emory students are twice as likely to do research outside of the classroom as their peers. While studying environmental science, why not help build a greener building as part of the LEED initiative? Instead of simply reading about ancient history, why not help preserve ancient relics at the Carlos Museum on campus? How about transferring the class discussion during a political science seminar into an internship at a think tank or at the Georgia State.

School Says - Admissions
Emory University offers a distinctive undergraduate experience as students have two unique options to begin their education. Entering students can apply to Emory College, which offers a liberal arts education within the heart of a Tier 1 research university. Or, students also can apply to Oxford College where students spend the first two years on Emory's original campus 38 miles east of Atlanta. Oxford offers a small-college setting of 700 students with the same academic strengths, innovative teaching, and unique opportunities for leadership as the Emory College campus in Atlanta. As juniors, students continue from Oxford to the Atlanta campus. A sense of community defines both campuses.

Emory's Admission Committee closely assesses high school coursework and grades. Within the context of the curriculum available at your high school, we look for academically challenging coursework. In addition, we consider your extracurricular involvements as a member of the community, paying close attention to your commitment and leadership in after-school activities. SAT I and ACT (with writing) scores are important but not as important as the rigor of the coursework and grades earned. The middle 50th percent range for successful applicants is 1950-2220 for the SAT and 29-33 for the ACT Composite. 90% of Emory's freshman class came from the top 10% of their graduating high school class with an average unweighted GPA of 3.8.

School Says - Campus Life
One of Emory's most compelling features is its proximity to the vibrant city of Atlanta. Located only fifteen minutes from downtown, Emory's campus is situated on more than 600 acres of property in the historic residential neighborhood of Druid Hills. As home to the third highest concentration of Fortune 1000 companies in the country, Atlanta has become a cultural, technological, and financial hub of both the Southeast and the nation. In fact, with 45 universities, colleges and institutions of higher learning, and endless cultural, intellectual, and social opportunities- Atlanta ranks as one of the best college towns in the United States.

School Says - Cost Aid
Undergraduate Expenses 2009-2010
Tuition $37,500
Fees $536
Room $6,666
Board $4,230
Estimated Books and Supplies $1,100
Estimated Travel and Incidentals $2,100
Total $52,132We understand that paying for a college education is a big investment. The undergraduate admission process at Emory is need-blind, and the Office of Financial Aid is committed to meeting 100% of each student's demonstrated need. Emory offers an array of need-based and merit-based financial assistance, and a number of scholarships, grants, loans, and work-study opportunities are available. 60% of undergraduate students receive financial assistance. Additionally, the Emory Advantage program reduces the debt burden for families with annual total incomes of $100,000 or less who demonstrate a need for financial aid. Emory University is also a member of the QuestBridge Scholars Program, an initiative to identify high-achieving, low-income students nationwide. Through the College Match Program high school seniors chosen as finalists have the potential to receive a scholarship package that includes full cost of tuition, books, room and board. We are committed to opening our doors to all qualified students who want a world-class education and to use their talents to impact the world. You can learn even more at: http://www.emory.edu/admission/financial_aid/index.html.

Students Say - Academics
As one of the South's premier universities, Emory University "provides a warm, challenging environment where everyone is willing to make you feel a part of the Emory family." The university offers a "huge variety of classes to choose from" and fortunately it's "relatively easy to get [into the ones] you want." Though classes can be "tough," Emory does its best to ensure that "resources are readily available to help those who need it." Undergrads do warn, however, that science classes are often "weed-out courses." While courses taught by grad students receive mixed reviews, undergrads are nearly unanimous in their praise for their professors. In addition to being "intelligent [and] engaging," the faculty "wants to help you do well and achieve your goals." And their love for their subject matter is contagious. A freshman notes, "the passion my professors have...encourages me to engage in classroom discussions and makes me excited about the material covered in class." Many undergrads also stress that professors are very "accessible." As one neuroscience major explains, "I have actually been able to get e-mail replies from my organic chemistry professor at 2 A.M. the night before a test." Overall, students are also happy with the administration. Although on occasion it can "take some prodding" to get things done, most find that they are very "attentive and responsive to student concerns."

Students Say - Campus Life
As one content sophomore shares, life at Emory is "never boring." Though students are "very conscious of what they want to do with themselves once they graduate," there's definitely a work hard, play hard mentality. And when stu dents want to break out of the dorms or the library, they have a plethora of activities to choose from. "There is always something going on, whether it's a sporting event, an a capella performance, a community service project or a fraternity or sorority event." Undergrads can participate in anything from "tango lessons from Tangueros Emory [to the] Hindu Students Association's Diwal celebration." Additionally, "frat parties are pretty popular, as well as house parties near campus." Those who tire of the Emory scene can easily explore al that bustling Atlanta has to offer. A knowledgeable senior offers, "There's a lo to do in [the city] at night to take a break from school when you need to, and places like Piedmont Park make for a great escape on the weekend. Once you get to know the area, there are some great little neighborhood restaurants shops and bars in places like Decatur, Little Five Points, and Virginia Highlands." Those without a car fear not, as "Emory also runs free shuttles to various locations all over Atlanta at night on the weekends and many under classmen make use of these."

Students Say - Student Body
Emory undergrads are a "hard-working" lot and the typical student is "extremely committed to their academics." Most have "high aspirations" and a "large chunk of the student body is very pre-professional (pre-med, pre-law, business, etc)." Luckily, they're "not afraid to have fun," and many are "involved in extracurricular activities and do some community service." Importantly, they also view their peers as "friendly, outgoing, and personable." To some students, it seems as though Emory attracts a large number of "white, wealthy, Northeastern, prep-school kids." And it sometimes feels like "every other person you meet is from Long Island." However, others insist that the university is rather diverse, proclaiming that there are "people from all types of lifestyles, cultures, and backgrounds." As one satisfied international studies undergrad boasts, "All students bring unique perspectives to the Emory campus, which is part of what makes Emory an interesting place." Overall, it's an "easy-going" and "pretty accepting" student body here. A happy freshman sums up, "Everyone gets along, and religion and origin are definitely not defining characteristics."

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