Emory University
Private college · Atlanta, GA · 7,298 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
11%
Very selective
SAT (middle 50%)
1470–1550
ACT (middle 50%)
32–35
Average net price
$16,754
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$88,414
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
91%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into Emory University?
Emory University accepts about 11 of every 100 applicants (11%), which makes it very selective. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 1470 and 1550 on the SAT. A score at or above 1550 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 1470, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 32–35.
The latest federal data says Emory University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Emory University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Emory University cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $88,414 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $16,754 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $68,056 a year.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$68,056
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$68,056
- Room & board$21,244
- Total cost of attendance$88,414
- Average net price after grants$16,754
Popular majors
Pre-Med / Biology, Business, Neuroscience, Political Science.
Emory University FAQ
- What is Emory University's acceptance rate?
- 11% — very selective.
- What SAT score do you need for Emory University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 1470–1550. Aim for 1550 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for Emory University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 32–35.
- Is Emory University test-optional?
- The latest federal data says Emory University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Emory University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Emory University cost?
- About $88,414 a year before aid; $16,754 on average after grants.
- What is Emory University's FAFSA school code?
- 001564. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Emory University receives your information.
- What is Emory University's graduation rate?
- 91% of students finish within six years.
Colleges similar to Emory University
| College | Acceptance rate | SAT (middle 50%) | Avg. net price | Graduation rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Emory University-Oxford CollegeOxford, GA | 13% | 1470–1550 | $33,917 | 93% |
| Georgia Institute of TechnologyAtlanta, GA | 14% | 1370–1540 | $12,028 | 94% |
| University of California, BerkeleyBerkeley, CA | 11% | — | $14,538 | 94% |
| Boston UniversityBoston, MA | 11% | 1420–1530 | $36,503 | 90% |
| Notre DameNotre Dame, IN | 11% | 1455–1560 | $25,339 | 95% |
| University of Southern CaliforniaLos Angeles, CA | 9.8% | 1450–1550 | $33,056 | 90% |