Emerson College
Founded 1880
President Jay Bernhardt (President)
Fees USD 55,578
Acceptance Rate Selective (20–50%)
Campus Setting Urban
Emerson College is a private college dedicated to communication arts and sciences, founded in 1880 in Boston’s Theatre District. The premier institution in the US for film, television, journalism, marketing, and performing arts, Emerson enrolls 5,000 students and operates studios in Hollywood (Emerson LA) and a campus in the Netherlands. Emerson alumni dominate the entertainment and media industries.
Schools
- School of Communication — Journalism, PR, marketing, and digital media
- School of the Arts — Film, TV, theatre, and performing arts
- Emerson Los Angeles — Semester program in Hollywood for entertainment industry access
- School of Liberal Arts and Interdisciplinary Studies — Liberal arts programs
How to Apply
- Application: Common App | Acceptance Rate: ~36% | Tuition: ~$55,578