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Emory & Henry University

Emory, VA · Private nonprofit · Fringe rural · Website

Emory & Henry University campus
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Admission rate
84%
Accessible
Average net price
$24,031
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
58%
Median earnings
$52,287
10 years after enrolling

Summary

Emory & Henry University is a private nonprofit college in Emory, VA with 1,078 undergraduates. It admits 84% of applicants, and admitted students average 1135 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $24,031 per year ($22,289 for families earning under $30,000). 58% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $52,287 ten years after enrolling.

private nonprofit college

Admissions

Admission rate
84%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test optional
Fall 2024
Applicants
2,349
Fall 2023
Admitted
2,262
Fall 2023
Yield
15%
of admitted students enrolled

Middle 50% of admitted students (Fall 2024). A quarter scored below the band and a quarter above.

SAT Reading & Writing548–640
200800
SAT Math503–583
200800
ACT Composite20–26
136

What Emory & Henry University looks at

As reported by the college to IPEDS (Fall 2023).

  • High school recordRequired
  • High school GPARequired
  • College-prep courseworkNot considered
  • Class rankNot considered
  • Essay or personal statementConsidered
  • RecommendationsConsidered
  • Demonstrated competenciesConsidered
  • Legacy statusNot considered
  • Work experienceNot considered
  • English proficiency testRequired

Cost

Cost of attendance
$56,003
sticker price, per year
Tuition & fees
$39,975

Net price by family income

Average yearly cost after grants and scholarships for students receiving federal aid.

  • $0–30k$22,289
  • $30–48k$24,019
  • $48–75k$16,520
  • $75–110k$23,653
  • $110k+$29,615

Get a personal estimate with Emory & Henry University's net price calculator

Outcomes

Graduation rate
58%
Freshman retention
66%
Median earnings
$52,287
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$23,000
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
1,078
Student–faculty ratio
12:1
Receive Pell grants
39%
  • White63%
  • Hispanic3%
  • Black11%
  • Asian1%

Emory & Henry University FAQ

What is Emory & Henry University's acceptance rate?+

Emory & Henry University admits 84% of applicants, which makes it accessible.

What SAT score do you need for Emory & Henry University?+

The middle 50% of admitted students scored 548–640 on SAT Reading and Writing and 503–583 on SAT Math; the average total is 1135.

What ACT score do you need for Emory & Henry University?+

The middle 50% ACT composite range for admitted students is 20–26.

Is Emory & Henry University test optional?+

Test optional (considered if submitted).

How many students apply to Emory & Henry University?+

In Fall 2023, 2,349 students applied to Emory & Henry University and 2,262 were admitted; 339 enrolled.

Does Emory & Henry University consider legacy status?+

No. Emory & Henry University reported that legacy status is not considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does Emory & Henry University require an essay?+

Emory & Henry University reported that an essay or personal statement is considered for admission (Fall 2023).

How much does Emory & Henry University cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $56,003 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $24,031.

What is Emory & Henry University's graduation rate?+

58% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

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