Pre-College Program
The Emory Pre-College Program (noncredit) offers students an opportunity to experience many aspects of college life.
- Study in a college-level academic course taught by Emory instructors, a unique benefit of our program
- Receive written assessment at the end of the program
- Certificate of Completion awarded upon conclusion of program
- Create global friendships
- Explore a vibrant campus and all it has to offer with access to Emory facilities
- Participate in a university community
- Discover Atlanta and Emory with Emory Excursions
- Live on a university campus or commute daily
Plan Ahead
Program Length: 2 or 4 weeks
Decision Release: Rolling admissions; decisions are released within 3-5 business days once a completed application is submitted.
Enrollment: Ongoing until each course is full or deadline approaches, whichever is first.
Residency
The Pre-College Program offers both residential and commuter options. Residential students have the opportunity to experience the independence and responsibility of college life.
on-campus residence
All students in noncredit courses are eligible. The Emory residential experience is safe and secure. Each student is given an access card to the residence hall. No one can enter the building without an access card. Should any emergency arise, Emory Police are always available.
local residence
Students Must live or have living arrangements in metro Atlanta area. Please note: additional information regarding your living arrangements will be required.
Commuter students will be able to:
- Ttravel to and from campus each day for class and multiple activities throughout the day
- Access residence halls to visit peers until curfew (11 pm on weeknights and midnight on weekends)
- Participate in all activities and excursions (included in program cost) 7 days a week.
- Choose dining options available on campus for purchase or bring their own meals
- Access to Emory’s state of the art academic and recreational facilities
Excursions & Activities
Student Life does not end in the classroom. Eagle Excursions allows students to experience Atlanta landmarks; World of Coca-Cola, Atlanta Braves, Atlanta United, Georgia Aquarium, and more.
- Meet your Pre-College peers during evening activities hosted by Residence Life Mentors, who plan to help you enjoy navigating the challenges and rewards of being part of our Pre-College community.
- Enjoy some time to simply have fun and get to know your peers.
- Additional extra-curricular activities will be offered in the afternoons and evenings on and off campus.
Homework Expectations
The amount of daily homework will vary among courses and may take up to several hours per day. Some instructors previously assigned individual or group presentations, additional readings, and research projects.
Emory Exploration
Enrichment sessions consist of College 101 workshops and degree explorations designed to help high school students prepare for college admissions and beyond.
Students will have opportunities to engage with Emory students, faculty, and staff from schools within the university including Emory College of Arts & Sciences, Nell Hodgson Woodruff School of Nursing, and Rollins School of Public Health.
These sessions allow students to understand and prioritize what to look for in a four-year college or university.
