Admissions Overview
The admission process at Emerson College has a 47% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $65. Emerson College has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
47%
Selective
Application Volume
11,092
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
19%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Emerson College has a 47% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $65. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at Emerson College evaluates each application holistically to assess student potential.
Testing Policy
Test Optional
Students may apply without submitting standardized test scores
Application Cost
$65
Non-refundable application fee
Complete Application Requirements
Required for Admission
High School Transcript
RequiredHigh School GPA
RequiredEnglish Proficiency Test
RequiredLetters of Recommendation
RequiredWork Experience
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
Standardized Test Scores
OptionalPersonal Statement/Essay
OptionalHigh School Class Rank
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
Legacy Status
Not ConsideredOther Tests (Wonderlic/WISC)
Not ConsideredNote: Requirements may vary by program or student type. International students may have additional requirements. Contact the admissions office for specific questions about your application.
Test Scores
Test score ranges represent the 25th to 75th percentile of admitted students at Emerson College. About 20% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,250 to 1,410. Additionally, about 7% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 30 to 33.
SAT Scores
20% of students submitted400
1600
1250 – 1410
200
800
650 – 720
200
800
600 – 690
ACT Scores
7% of students submitted1
36
30 – 33
1
36
32 – 35
1
36
26 – 35
Admission Statistics
11,092 students applied to Emerson. Of those, 47% were accepted (5,267 students). Of these 5,267 accepted students, 997 chose to enroll.
11,092
Total Applicants
5,267
Students Admitted
997
Students Enrolled
47%
Acceptance Rate