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Emory University
Atlanta, GA · Southeast
Strong in business
A top private university in Atlanta, adjacent to the CDC, with strong programs in public health and pre-med. It has a high proportion of international students.
National rank
#24
Acceptance rate
10.8%
SAT middle range
1460 – 1550
TOEFL minimum
100+
Tuition (yr)
$60,774
Undergraduates
7,100
International students
16%
Type
Private
Application requirements (2026-27 cycle)
Test-OptionalEarly round
ED1 11/1 · ED2 1/1
Regular Decision (RD)
1/1
Supplemental essays
2 short essays (academic interest + a choice from a prompt bank)
Deadlines reflect recent typical dates and can shift slightly each year — always confirm on the school's official site before submitting.
Strong majors
BusinessBiologyPre-MedicinePublic HealthEconomics