Emerson College
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About Emerson College
School Type: Private
Religious Affiliation: Not applicable
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: No
Accreditation: regional
Emerson College is a small private college located on an urban campus in Boston, Massachusetts. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 4,171, and admissions are very selective, with an acceptance rate of 47%. The college offers 28 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 79%, and a student-faculty ratio of 14:1. Tuition and fees for students are $53,824.
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Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate
Full-Time Student Retention Rate
Six-Year Graduation Rate of Full-Time, First-Time Students
Application Considerations
Test scoresNot required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High school transcriptRequired to be considered for admission
High school rankNot required for admission, but considered if submitted
Letter of recommendationRequired to be considered for admission
High school GPARequired to be considered for admission
Open admissionNo
Completion of college prep programRequired to be considered for admission
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)Required to be considered for admission
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentYes
Credit for qualified life experience*Implied no
Advance placement (AP) creditsYes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile30-33
SAT 25th-75th Percentile1250-1410
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
6k
Students enrolled
24%
Online student enrollment
14:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
54%
Unknown
3%
Black
6%
Hispanic
13%
Two or more races
5%
Non-U.S. Citizen
14%
Asian
5%
American Indian/Alaska Native
0%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0%
Socio-economic diversity
15% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
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Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
3
Total Online Enrollment
1,347
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.24% online, 76% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
93% On-campus
7% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
CertificatesNot offered
AssociateNot offered
Bachelor'sNot offered
Graduate CertificateNot offered
Master's17% online
DoctorateNot offered
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $53,824 | $53,824 |
| Graduate | $33,648 | $33,648 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduates.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,200 |
| On-campus room and board | $20,310 |
| On-campus other expenses | $3,710 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | $16,650 |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | $3,904 |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | $3,904 |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $79,044 | $79,044 |
| Off-campus without family | $75,578 | $75,578 |
| Off-campus with family | $58,928 | $58,928 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
15%
State Grant Aid
3%
Institution Grant Aid
78%
Pell Grant
15%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$23k
Average student debtafter graduation
$39k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
NCAA Division I-FCS
of the overall student body is a member of an athletic team.
Participation
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Tennis
- Track Field Xcountry
- Volleyball
- Softball
Degrees Awarded by Program
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 2 | Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs. | |||
| 3 | Education. | |||
| 4 | English Language And Literature/Letters. | |||
| 5 | Health Professions And Related Programs. | |||
| 6 | Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies. | |||
| 7 | Visual And Performing Arts. |
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