Is Emory a Top Choice For Anyone?

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:I don’t get the attraction of Emory. It lacks the prestige of an Ivy or other top privates and it lacks elite programs like engineering at GT or Michigan. Plus it doesn’t have D1 sports like Wake or Tulane, which are important to a lot of kids. It seems like an oversized LAC but not in a good way.

If it lacked the prestige, it wouldn't have the attraction dummy. If it's not D1, or not Rah rah, etc. It must have something to attract the caliber of student it attracts. Also, Emory's best program is better than anything GT or Umich has to offer. A #1 nursing program is more impressive than the obscure engineering majors GT does well in.

58% test optional with the lowest class ranking percents compared to other schools. what were emory’s scores pre test optional and how did it compare to these schools then?

What? The CDS reports that 63% of students submitted test scores. GPA has minimal bearing on intelligence, especially when many schools admit that test scores matter more and are more indicative of college success, so the reinstated test scores. Also, Emory does not look at freshman GPA, which is probably why the top decile is only 80%.

class rank is class rank. if it shortcuts freshman year, that is different that most if not all of the more rigorous schools

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Why does this poster keep coming after GT and Umich. Different animals. These are public universities like UNC UT etc that need to admit a certain % of instates. So weird. Emory is more like Case Western or Tulane. More viable comparisons

If that makes you feel better. Why was this thread started in the first place? Anyway, when GT is a Top 25 school, let us know. At least Umich has that going for it.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Why does this poster keep coming after GT and Umich. Different animals. These are public universities like UNC UT etc that need to admit a certain % of instates. So weird. Emory is more like Case Western or Tulane. More viable comparisons

umich has world renowned engineering, law, physical stem, business programs. emory not so much

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:What does ED have to do with test scores? If your DC was rejected just say that...

From Emory 2024-2025 CDS

Total first time, first year admitted and enrolled 1,438

Of those who actually enrolled:
Submitting SAT Scores 623
Submitting ACT Scores 286
= 909

That’s a crazy large number admitted test optional.

Thats a higher percentage than most top30 schools that are still optional. Also, it's 80% submitted this last cycle.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:What does ED have to do with test scores? If your DC was rejected just say that...

From Emory 2024-2025 CDS

Total first time, first year admitted and enrolled 1,438

Of those who actually enrolled:
Submitting SAT Scores 623
Submitting ACT Scores 286
= 909

That’s a crazy large number admitted test optional.

Thats a higher percentage than most top30 schools that are still optional. Also, it's 80% submitted this last cycle.

where is the 80% source? and when is it becoming test required?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Why does this poster keep coming after GT and Umich. Different animals. These are public universities like UNC UT etc that need to admit a certain % of instates. So weird. Emory is more like Case Western or Tulane. More viable comparisons

If that makes you feel better. Why was this thread started in the first place? Anyway, when GT is a Top 25 school, let us know. At least Umich has that going for it.

Are you for real ?

https://www.usnews.com/be...g-rankings
(ranked 1-5 for any specific engineering discipline)

https://poetsandquantsforundergrads.com/news/wall-street-journals-2025-best-colleges-in-america/4/

https://www.usnews.com/best-colleges/rankings/engineering-doctorate-aerospace-aeronautical-astronautical?_sort=rank&_sortDirection=asc

https://www.usnews.com/best-colleges/rankings/engineering-doctorate-chemical?_sort=rank&_sortDirection=asc

https://www.usnews.com/best-colleges/rankings/engineering-doctorate-mechanical?_sort=rank&_sortDirection=asc

https://www.usnews.com/best-colleges/rankings/engineering-doctorate-computer?_sort=rank&_sortDirection=asc

https://www.usnews.com/best-colleges/rankings/engineering-doctorate-electrical-electronic-communications?_sort=rank&_sortDirection=asc

https://www.usnews.com/best-colleges/rankings/engineering-doctorate-environmental-health?_sort=rank&_sortDirection=asc

https://www.usnews.com/best-colleges/rankings/engineering-doctorate-industrial-manufacturing?_sort=rank&_sortDirection=asc

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Why does this poster keep coming after GT and Umich. Different animals. These are public universities like UNC UT etc that need to admit a certain % of instates. So weird. Emory is more like Case Western or Tulane. More viable comparisons

If that makes you feel better. Why was this thread started in the first place? Anyway, when GT is a Top 25 school, let us know. At least Umich has that going for it.

Are you for real ?

https://www.usnews.com/be...g-rankings
(ranked 1-5 for any specific engineering discipline)

https://poetsandquantsforundergrads.com/news/wall-street-journals-2025-best-colleges-in-america/4/

https://www.usnews.com/best-colleges/rankings/engineering-doctorate-aerospace-aeronautical-astronautical?_sort=rank&_sortDirection=asc

https://www.usnews.com/best-colleges/rankings/engineering-doctorate-chemical?_sort=rank&_sortDirection=asc

https://www.usnews.com/best-colleges/rankings/engineering-doctorate-mechanical?_sort=rank&_sortDirection=asc

https://www.usnews.com/best-colleges/rankings/engineering-doctorate-computer?_sort=rank&_sortDirection=asc

https://www.usnews.com/best-colleges/rankings/engineering-doctorate-electrical-electronic-communications?_sort=rank&_sortDirection=asc

https://www.usnews.com/best-colleges/rankings/engineering-doctorate-environmental-health?_sort=rank&_sortDirection=asc

https://www.usnews.com/best-colleges/rankings/engineering-doctorate-industrial-manufacturing?_sort=rank&_sortDirection=asc

Quick reminder, this is the level of cope GT boosters have in an Emory thread. Despite US news changing the ranking to give public schools a boost, Gatech still falls way behind Emory. It will NEVER happen for you guys, and now with UGA building a medical school, and CS dying because of AI; you have even more problems and coping to look forward to. Good luck

[Anonymous]

GT known as engineering school , but Business school on way up too. Top 10 and Top 25

https://poetsandquantsforundergrads.com/rankings/ranking-u-s-news-best-undergraduate-business-programs-of-2025/3/


https://www.usnews.com/best-graduate-schools/top-business-schools/mba-rankings

[Anonymous]

https://www.princetonreview.com/college-rankings/?rankings=top-50-best-value-colleges-private-schools

https://www.princetonreview.com/college-rankings?rankings=top-50-best-value-colleges-public-schools

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Why does this poster keep coming after GT and Umich. Different animals. These are public universities like UNC UT etc that need to admit a certain % of instates. So weird. Emory is more like Case Western or Tulane. More viable comparisons

If that makes you feel better. Why was this thread started in the first place? Anyway, when GT is a Top 25 school, let us know. At least Umich has that going for it.

Are you for real ?

https://www.usnews.com/be...g-rankings
(ranked 1-5 for any specific engineering discipline)

https://poetsandquantsforundergrads.com/news/wall-street-journals-2025-best-colleges-in-america/4/

https://www.usnews.com/best-colleges/rankings/engineering-doctorate-aerospace-aeronautical-astronautical?_sort=rank&_sortDirection=asc

https://www.usnews.com/best-colleges/rankings/engineering-doctorate-chemical?_sort=rank&_sortDirection=asc

https://www.usnews.com/best-colleges/rankings/engineering-doctorate-mechanical?_sort=rank&_sortDirection=asc

https://www.usnews.com/best-colleges/rankings/engineering-doctorate-computer?_sort=rank&_sortDirection=asc

https://www.usnews.com/best-colleges/rankings/engineering-doctorate-electrical-electronic-communications?_sort=rank&_sortDirection=asc

https://www.usnews.com/best-colleges/rankings/engineering-doctorate-environmental-health?_sort=rank&_sortDirection=asc

https://www.usnews.com/best-colleges/rankings/engineering-doctorate-industrial-manufacturing?_sort=rank&_sortDirection=asc

Quick reminder, this is the level of cope GT boosters have in an Emory thread. Despite US news changing the ranking to give public schools a boost, Gatech still falls way behind Emory. It will NEVER happen for you guys, and now with UGA building a medical school, and CS dying because of AI; you have even more problems and coping to look forward to. Good luck

If anyone is ripe for disruption, it would be the non-stem majors at emory.

[Anonymous]

Omg someone didnt get in and is writing all these sour posts about emory! Get over it.

[Anonymous]

Positive things about Emory to make up for all the negative posts:

1. Diverse
2. Good weather
3. Access to Atlanta’s job market
4. All things medical
5. Coca Cola endowment
6. Near major airport hub for ease of student travel
7. Solid private option in a region that doesn’t have that many private mid-sized colleges

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Positive things about Emory to make up for all the negative posts:

1. Diverse
2. Good weather
3. Access to Atlanta’s job market
4. All things medical
5. Coca Cola endowment
6. Near major airport hub for ease of student travel
7. Solid private option in a region that doesn’t have that many private mid-sized colleges

A T25 private is elite, not just solid. Why does Emory get disrespected but the other T25s (ND, Georgetown, Etc) dont? It makes no sense.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Positive things about Emory to make up for all the negative posts:

1. Diverse
2. Good weather
3. Access to Atlanta’s job market
4. All things medical
5. Coca Cola endowment
6. Near major airport hub for ease of student travel
7. Solid private option in a region that doesn’t have that many private mid-sized colleges

A T25 private is elite, not just solid. Why does Emory get disrespected but the other T25s (ND, Georgetown, Etc) dont? It makes no sense.

It’s simple. Emory has no real standout programs and little name recognition. I see Emory is ranked in the top 30 which is solid for a private. Add in the LACs and Emory is probably barely in the top 40. This is hardly elite.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Positive things about Emory to make up for all the negative posts:

1. Diverse
2. Good weather
3. Access to Atlanta’s job market
4. All things medical
5. Coca Cola endowment
6. Near major airport hub for ease of student travel
7. Solid private option in a region that doesn’t have that many private mid-sized colleges

A T25 private is elite, not just solid. Why does Emory get disrespected but the other T25s (ND, Georgetown, Etc) dont? It makes no sense.

It’s simple. Emory has no real standout programs and little name recognition. I see Emory is ranked in the top 30 which is solid for a private. Add in the LACs and Emory is probably barely in the top 40. This is hardly elite.

Only like 5 LACs rank highly when included with the national universities. After that, they drop off a cliff.