Academic Excellence

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Across our nine schools and colleges, Emory defines academic excellence as inspired learning, fearless collaboration, ethical engagement, and the courage to answer the greatest questions of our time. 

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Academics

Our programs are strong across the board, encouraging students to push their intellectual curiosity and think across disciplines. Emory students approach learning with passion and optimism, and the courage to develop bold ideas. 

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Experiential Learning

Whether they are studying in undergraduate, graduate, or professional school programs, Emory students put their learning into practice through experiential learning opportunities on campus, in Atlanta, and beyond. 

Our academics shape critical thinkers and compassionate leaders.
140+

undergraduate majors and minors

350+

graduate and professional school programs

#24

among national universities

3,800+

regular full-time faculty

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Faculty

Our faculty—among the brightest minds in academia—do more than teach, they inspire the future. They are distinguished scientists, researchers, authors, and public servants, and they bring their expertise and experience to the classroom and the lab.

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Research

From faculty thought leaders to first-year students collaborating in labs, Emory researchers work to change the way we live in the world. Scientific breakthroughs save and improve lives, while humanities and social science discoveries deepen our understanding of people and cultures.