Overview
Emory University-Oxford College is a highly selective private two-year institution in Oxford, Georgia. The school accepts 15.0% of applicants and enrolls 973 students.
Admission Statistics
- Acceptance Rate
- 15.0%
- Average SAT
- 1,485
- SAT Range (25th–75th)
- 1,430–1,540
- ACT Composite (avg)
- 33
- Total Enrollment
- 973
Your Chances by SAT Score
Your score is above the 75th percentile. You are a competitive applicant.
Your score falls within the middle 50% of admitted students.
Your score is below the 25th percentile. Other parts of your application will need to stand out.
Admission Guide
Oxford College operates as a two-year residential liberal arts division of Emory University where you complete your first two years before automatically continuing to Emory's Atlanta campus as a junior. This distinctive pathway means you're applying to a small college experience that guarantees admission to a research university without reapplying.
The admissions committee focuses heavily on your fit for the close-knit Oxford community and your ability to contribute to campus life beyond academics. Your essays should reflect genuine interest in the Oxford model specifically, not just Emory University as a whole. Reference the Honor Code, which students take seriously and self-govern, or mention specific Oxford traditions like Wonderful Wednesday programming or the tight faculty-student relationships possible with the 9:1 student-faculty ratio.
Oxford evaluates your potential for leadership and community involvement more intensively than larger institutions because every student's participation matters in a class of fewer than 500. Your extracurricular activities should show depth and commitment rather than a long list of memberships.
Don't treat Oxford as a backdoor into Emory. Admissions officers can spot applicants who view Oxford as an easier route to the main campus rather than genuinely wanting the Oxford experience. Your supplemental essay must demonstrate specific knowledge of Oxford's academic programs, residential life, or campus culture in the small town of Oxford, Georgia.
Apply Early Decision if Oxford is your clear first choice, as the acceptance rate increases significantly. The binding commitment signals genuine interest, which matters greatly for yield protection at this level of selectivity.
Your application should emphasize intellectual engagement over pure achievement. Oxford wants students who will participate actively in seminar-style classes and form close relationships with professors. Highlight experiences where you've thrived in collaborative, discussion-based environments or taken on meaningful responsibility in small group settings.
The biggest advantage Oxford offers is the guaranteed transition to Emory's Atlanta campus with full access to research opportunities, study abroad programs, and graduate school placement that matches the main campus statistics.
What It Costs If You Get In
- Average Net Price
- $30,622/yr
- Tuition (in-state)
- $60,774
- Students Receiving Aid
- 16%
After You Graduate
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 94.7%
- Median Earnings (10yr)
- $80,137/yr
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Emory University-Oxford College require SAT or ACT scores for admission?
Emory Oxford is test-optional, meaning you can choose whether to submit standardized test scores with your application.
Can you apply early decision to Emory University-Oxford College?
Yes, Emory Oxford offers both Early Decision I (November 1 deadline) and Early Decision II (January 1 deadline) options. Both are binding admission plans.
What happens after graduating from Emory University-Oxford College?
Students automatically transfer to Emory University's Atlanta campus after completing their first two years at Oxford College. This is a guaranteed transition, not a separate application process.
Is Emory University-Oxford College the same as regular Emory University?
Oxford College is Emory's original campus and serves as a two-year liberal arts college. After two years, all students move to the main Emory campus in Atlanta to complete their bachelor's degree.