Emory University

Emory University's main Atlanta campus covers more than 600 acres in the historic suburb of Druid Hills, a gracious, park-like residential area designed by landscape architect Frederick Law Olmsted. The campus is covered with greenery and is densely populated with maple and oak groves. It consists of one of the largest inventories, the Energy and Environmental Design in the United States. Also, the campus is home to some of the great antique artifacts in the country. Many research institutes are located within the undergraduate residential center. The campus provides a peaceful environment for the students. It features all the necessary facilities required by the students. Also, the campus is nearby restaurants, cafes, departmental stores, and many other shops which fulfill the basic requirements of the students.

Yes, Emory University allows students to work on-campus as well as off-campus while studying in the university, but they have terms and conditions.

F-1 Students:

An F-1 student can work up to 20 hours per week on campus without separate employment authorization, but they'll need to get a social security number. F-1 students can't work off campus without specific authorization.

J-1 Students:

J-1 students can work on campus during the academic year if they:

• Are in good academic standing;
• Are enrolled in a full course load (except during breaks);
• Will work no more than 20 hours per week. (During the summer and other breaks, students can work full time); and
• Get written authorization from ISSS before the start date and renew it every 12 months. Any changes will require new written authorization from ISSS and updating hiring paperwork with your Emory hiring department.

At Emory University, international students must apply under the regular decision plan in order to be considered for need-based scholarships. They also may apply for merit-based scholarships through the Emory University Scholar programs. Students must note that overseas applicants are eligible for financial aid only if they apply for support during the admission process. Only those students who apply for and receive financial aid for their first year will be eligible to receive financial assistance in subsequent years. In order to apply for scholarships at Emory, students must follow the procedure llisted below:

• Select “Yes” to the question on the Common Application about applying for need-based financial aid;

• Complete the Documentation of Finances forms as accurately as possible; and
• Apply for financial aid and submit the Documentation of Finances during the admission process if the applicants thinks they’ll need financial assistance at any time during their education at Emory University.

At Emory University, students can submit their online application via the Common Application available on the university's website. Also, students must be aware of the application deadlines, so that they don't miss out on the opportunity to apply. While applying to Emory University, applicants are required to send the following documents:

• The Common Application;
• $75 Application fee or fee waiver;
• Official high school transcripts and official college transcripts (if applicable);
• English proficiency exam scores (IELTS/TOEFL/Duolingo);
• Secondary school report/counselor’s recommendation;
• Two teacher letters of recommendation (from core-area academic teachers); and
• Midyear report and transcript (for those applying EDII or RD).