Admissions Overview
The admission process at Emerson College has a 43% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $65. Emerson College has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
43%
Selective
Application Volume
12,109
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
19%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Emerson College has a 43% 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
RequiredPersonal Statement/Essay
RequiredLetters of Recommendation
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
Standardized Test Scores
OptionalHigh School Class Rank
OptionalWork Experience
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 22% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,250 to 1,430. Additionally, about 8% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 30 to 32.
SAT Scores
22% of students submitted400
1600
1250 – 1430
200
800
650 – 730
200
800
600 – 700
ACT Scores
8% of students submitted1
36
30 – 32
1
36
30 – 35
1
36
26 – 30
Admission Statistics
12,109 students applied to Emerson. Of those, 43% were accepted (5,176 students). Of these 5,176 accepted students, 1,002 chose to enroll.
12,109
Total Applicants
5,176
Students Admitted
1,002
Students Enrolled
43%
Acceptance Rate