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Emory University

Atlanta, GA·Private·~11% acceptance

Emory University is a private university based in Atlanta, GA. It is highly selective, admitting about 11% of applicants. The average net price after aid is about $22,585 per year. About 91% of students graduate, and alumni earn a median of about $80,137 ten years after enrolling.

Average cost
$22,585/yr avg net price after aid
Full cost $83,622
Aid cuts ~$61,037/yr on average

Average across all aided students (U.S. College Scorecard). Your actual price depends on your family's income. Take the free Matchmaker for an estimate based on your numbers.

Deadlines
ED
Nov 1
EA
RD
Jan 1

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Admissions
GPA range3.53–4
SAT (middle 50%)1470–1550
ACT (middle 50%)32–35
Test policyTest optional
Programs
Computer Science
Data Science / Statistics
Information Systems / IT
Mathematics
Physics
Chemistry
Biology
Environmental Science
Outcomes
91%
graduation rate
96%
freshman retention
$74,980
median earnings, 6yr
$80,137
median earnings, 10yr
How Emory reads an application

What Emory values

Very important
Course rigorGrades (GPA)RecommendationsExtracurricularsTalent / abilityCharacter / personal qualities
Important
Test scoresApplication essaysVolunteer work
Also considered
Class rankInterviewFirst-generation statusAlumni relation (legacy)Geographic residenceState residencyWork experience

From Emory’s Common Data Set. Put your effort where it counts most.

What Emory requires

Required
Course rigorApplication essays
Considered
Class rankCollege-prep programTest scoresRecommendationsDemonstration of competenciesWork experienceAlumni relation (legacy)TOEFL / English proficiency

From federal IPEDS data — what Emory requires vs considers (not how heavily each is weighed).

Frequently asked questions
What is Emory University's acceptance rate?
Emory University admits about 11% of applicants.
How much does Emory University cost?
At Emory University, the average net price after aid is about $22,585 per year, and the full cost of attendance is about $83,622 per year before aid. Your actual price depends on your family's income. Take Blueprint's free Matchmaker for an estimate based on your numbers.
What SAT or ACT scores do you need for Emory University?
The middle 50% of admitted students score 1470–1550 on the SAT and 32–35 on the ACT.
What are Emory University's application deadlines?
Emory University's deadlines are Early Decision around Nov 1, Regular Decision around Jan 1. Always confirm exact dates on the school's official site.
What does Emory University value most in applicants?
In its most recent Common Data Set, Emory University rates Course rigor, Grades (GPA), Recommendations, Extracurriculars, Talent / ability, and Character / personal qualities as "very important" in admissions decisions, and also weighs Test scores, Application essays, and Volunteer work. Take Blueprint's free Matchmaker to see how your profile lines up.

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