RED PROGRAM

Emory University

School Type

Private

Writing Requirements

Common App Questions,

College Questions

Optional Materials

Supplemental materials, such as a resume,
digital portfolio, YouTube page,
or research abstract

Acceptance Rate

11%

Admissions Type(s)

ED and RD

Deadline

ED – November 1
RD – January 1

Overview

Writing Requirements

  • What academic areas are you interested in exploring at Emory University and why? (200 words maximum)
  • Please answer one of the following questions (150 words maximum):
    1. Emory University has a strong commitment to building community. Tell us about a community you have been part of where your participation helped to change or shape the community for the better.
    2. Reflect on a personal experience where you intentionally expanded your cultural awareness.
    3. Emory University’s core mission calls for service to humanity. Share how you might personally contribute to this mission.
    4. In a scholarly community, differing ideas often collide before they converge. How do you personally navigate disagreement in a way that promotes progress and deepens meaningful dialogue?

Optional Materials

  • Optional supplemental materials
    • These materials could include a resume, digital portfolio, or link to a YouTube page. Any document that can be saved as a PDF can be uploaded through the Emory applicant portal. 

About Emory

About Emory

  • Atlanta, GA
  • Founded in 1836
  • Urban campus

 

School Is Known For 

  • Liberal arts
  • Goizueta Business School
  • School of Law 
  • School of Medicine
  • Emory’s healthcare system 
    • Largest in Georgia 
    • Includes Emory University Hospital and Emory University Hospital Midtown
    • Involved in treating the first Ebola virus disease patients in the Western Hemisphere

 

Culture 

  • First- and second-year students required to live on campus
  • Majority of students remain on campus all four years
  • The Student Programming Council organizes events and performances throughout the year, including from well-known entertainers and musicians
  • A popular student organization is Volunteer Emory, which oversees community service activities
  • The Emory Eagles have nearly 20 NCAA Division III varsity teams and are well-known for their successful swimming and diving team
  • Has a thriving Greek community
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