Overview
Emory University was founded in 1836 in Oxford, Georgia, by the Methodist Episcopal Church and later relocated its main campus to Atlanta in 1915 with support from the Coca-Cola Company's Asa Candler. Over the decades it has grown into one of the nation's premier research universities, renowned for its strength in pre-medical and health sciences education, its close ties to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and its highly regarded Goizueta Business School. Emory consistently ranks among the top national universities and is particularly distinguished for research in public health, medicine, and biomedical sciences.
At a Glance
| Type | Private Research |
| Location | Atlanta, Georgia |
| Founded | 1836 |
| Total students | 15,700 |
| Student–faculty ratio | 7:1 |
| Acceptance rate | 11% |
| Graduation rate | 92% |
| Average starting salary | $70,000 |
Tuition & Costs (estimates)
| In-state tuition | $60,000 |
| Out-of-state tuition | $60,000 |
| Room & board | $17,000 |
| Average financial aid | $48,000 |
| Students receiving aid | 65% |
Admissions
| SAT range | 1440-1540 |
| ACT range | 33-35 |
| Average GPA | 3.90 |
| Regular deadline | January 1 |
Top Programs
- Business (Goizueta)
- Nursing
- Public Health
- Neuroscience/Pre-Med
- Political Science
Figures are estimates for exploration — verify current costs, deadlines, and requirements on the university's official website.