Study Abroad

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.