Inclusive Language
Emory & Henry College expects the use of inclusive language in all college publications, in the conduct of college business, in the classroom, and in all academic communications.
Admissions Procedures
The administration and faculty seek to bring together on the campus a group of men and women who represent diverse backgrounds and who are well suited for the particular educational program of Emory & Henry College. The college community is one in which the unique talents and interests of each individual student are developed with a view toward personal fulfillment and positive community growth. Emory & Henry actively strives for diversity with respect to the socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds represented in the student body. In its admissions policies and procedures, the college does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, or physical handicap. In admissions decisions, emphasis is placed on students who are highly motivated and academically well prepared. The admissions requirements include four years of English, three or more units of mathematics (at least through Algebra II), two or more units of laboratory science, at least two units of a single foreign language, and two or more units of social studies and history. Among electives, at least one course in the fine arts is strongly recommended. In reviewing an application for admission, members of the admissions staff consider the following: the secondary school record, including strength of the curriculum in the senior year; performance and aptitude as measured by GPA, class rank, and standardized test scores; and involvement and leadership in extracurricular and community activities. Additionally, recommendation letters are required, while personal statements or essays are strongly considered.
Regular Admissions
The college utilizes a “rolling admissions� procedure, processing applications on a continuous basis throughout the year. In most instances, candidates will be notified of the admissions decision within two weeks after receipt of the completed application, starting August 1. A completed admissions file consists of the following: the basic application form, an official secondary school transcript, a report of either Scholastic Assessment Test (SAT I) or American College Test (ACT) scores, a non-refundable $30 application fee, and at least one recommendation letter. Personal statements or essays from the applicant, while not required, are strongly recommended. In a case in which additional data are requested before an admission decision can be made, the applicant will be notified promptly once the supplemental information is received. An admitted student may reserve a place in the entering class by submitting an enrollment deposit of $400 ($250 for commuters). This deposit is applied to tuition charges for the initial semester of enrollment. The college honors a request for a refund of the deposit received on or before May 1, the standard candidate’s reply date. After that date, deposits are not refundable.
Early Application
Students who submit all required information on or before December 1 will receive 190