College admission and the Holistic Process: The admissions process can seem complicated, unfair, and random, especially when students with exceptionally high grades receive rejection letters from their top-choice universities. But trust us, there is a reasoning behind the process. Grades are just one factor the admission office considers when reviewing applications. Aside from your academic…

At Emory, we believe in putting your potential to work. Our liberal arts curriculum and groundbreaking research opportunities combine to give you an education like no other. One of the best examples of Emory’s unique academic experiences is Oxford College’s Discovery Seminars. All first-year students at our Oxford campus start their educational journey with a…

In the hustle and bustle of choosing where to apply to college, students, parents, and guidance counselors often wonder how Emory University views “demonstrated interest” when we read applications. Wait, what is demonstrated interest? Demonstrated interest can be a hazy, all-encompassing term that means something different at different institutions. Generally it means that a student…

We are pleased to announce Emory University’s short answer questions for the 2024-2025 first-year application. In addition to your Personal Statement, please answer two additional short answer questions, one about your academic interests and one to help us get to know you better. We encourage you to be thoughtful in your responses and not stress…

Thank you for your patience while waiting on the Emory University wait list. We want to express our gratitude for the time and effort you put into your application. We truly appreciate your interest in joining our university community. We have reached our maximum capacity for the Class of 2028 at both Emory College and…