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Emory University

Private nonprofit Atlanta, GA · Urban · Southeast · 100% data reported · Agent Insights
91%
Graduation Rate
$80,137
Earnings (10yr)
$22,585
Net Price
11%
Acceptance Rate

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Overview

Emory University has an impressive graduation rate of 91%. This high percentage reflects the strong support systems in place for students and their ability to successfully navigate their academic journeys. With an acceptance rate of just 11%, Emory attracts a competitive pool of applicants, ensuring a diverse and engaged student body.

According to Opportunity Insights data, Emory's graduates earn a median salary of $80,137 ten years after enrollment. This earning potential suggests that students are well-prepared for the job market, particularly in fields like business, health professions, and social sciences. While detailed mobility rates are not available, the strong outcomes indicate that students from various socioeconomic backgrounds can succeed here.

The net price for attending Emory is $22,585, with a median debt of $18,250. This financial framework allows many students to graduate with manageable debt levels. Emory is ideal for motivated students who thrive in an academically rigorous environment and seek strong career outcomes post-graduation.

Rankings

How Emory Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation91%Earnings 10yr$80KNet Price$23KRetention96%Median Debt$18KPell Grant Rate18%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$7K$0-30K$9K$30-48K$11K$48-75K$53K$110K+

The Mobility Equation

Mobility = Access x Success. How many low-income students get in, and how many reach the top 20%?

ACCESS% from bottom 20%361.0%SUCCESS% who reach top 20%4987.6%MOBILITY180.05%

Cost & Financial Aid

$64,280
In-State Tuition
$64,280
Out-of-State
$22,585
Avg Net Price
$18,250
Median Debt
18%
Pell Grant Rate
11%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$7,363
Family Income $0–$30K
$9,220
Family Income $30K–$48K
$11,237
Family Income $48K–$75K
$53,018
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$74,980
6 Years After Entry
$80,270
8 Years
$80,137
10 Years
0.23x
Debt-to-Earnings
80%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$74,980 6yr $80,270 8yr $80,137 10yr

Social Mobility

Data: Raj Chetty's Mobility Report Card · 30M+ anonymized tax records

180.05%
Mobility Rate
Bottom 20% → Top 20%
4987.6%
Success Rate
If bottom 20% get in
361.0%
From Bottom 20%
Share of students
$175,700
Parent Median Income

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

1.78
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
0.01
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
11.1%
Volunteering Rate
1.00
Support Ratio
Community support

Research & Teaching

Data: Times Higher Education World University Rankings

#61
World Rank
63.4
Teaching
48.4
Research
77.8
Citations
52.3
International

Innovation

Data: Opportunity Insights Patent & Innovation Data

0.386%
Inventor Rate
44
Total Patents
136
Total Citations

Academics & Admissions

Acceptance Rate 11%
Retention Rate 96%
SAT Average 1520
ACT Midpoint 33
SAT Range 1470–1550
ACT Range 32–35
Full-Time Faculty 76%
Faculty Salary (mo) $16,636
Diversity Index 0.80
First-Gen Students 16%

Top Programs

Business & Marketing 25%
Biology & Biomedical 18%
Social Sciences 11%
Health Professions 8%
Mathematics & Statistics 7%
Physical Sciences 6%
Psychology 6%
Computer Science & IT 4%