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Quick StatsStudent-Faculty Ratio
14:1
Average Course Load
16 credits
Faculty with Terminal Degree
72 %
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Emerson is perfect for students who have always wanted to be on stage, behind a camera, writing the next bestseller, editing a magazine, or studying communication disorders. Classes are generally small—very few are lecture size, and you’ll never be in class with hundreds of students, as can happen at larger universities. That, coupled with the opportunity to start taking classes within your major concentration during your first semester, makes Emerson great for giving students a running start. Emerson has plenty of stellar professors, but unfortunately, many are adjunct faculty, which means that they aren’t guaranteed job security, and students often complain about Emerson’s inability to keep great professors around for long, due to the lack of sufficient contracts. Even so, there are plenty of part-time professors who stick around because they love it, and full-time professors who are well worth their salaries. Emerson professors are invaluable resources and are always willing to help students with projects—whether scholarly or extracurricular. Most are even willing to help students find jobs. When it comes to majors, don’t come to Emerson without one. Though the college does allow students to enter freshman year as undeclared, Emerson is so specialized, that it doesn’t make sense to come without a strong desire or dream to pursue. If you insist upon entering undeclared, at least think twice about what you’re good at. Imagine moving away from home, paying thousands of dollars to begin taking classes, only to find out that you really love engineering. If that happens at Emerson, you will hit a dead end. Students Speak Out
Love your school more than free food? Hate your school more than term papers?
Somewhere in between? Show the world what YOU think of YOUR school:
EmeBH says: Emerson College 2016 Communication and Journalism  |
I came to Emerson because it has...
I came to Emerson because it has an amazing journalism program, and I love it. The workload is intense but manageable. Added to extracurriculars and employment, most weeks it will feel as if you've worked more than 80 hours, but you get used to it. The teachers are sometimes hit or miss because Emerson uses more industry-level professionals than just regular professors. You want to impress these individuals because they still have a great deal of influence in the industry.
Academics: March 02, 2009
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EmeFM says: Emerson College 2015 Other |
Obviously, Emerson is known for...
Obviously, Emerson is known for its two schools—School of the Arts and School of Communication—because that is what we specialize in. The teachers, like at any other school, vary—not every teacher is nice but not every teacher is mean. Luckily, I have liked most of mine and keep in contact with them way after I have taken their classes. The workload is demanding at times, but in college, what do you expect? If you know how to manage and balance your time and priorities, you should have no problem with the workload.
Academics: February 19, 2009
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EmeEL says: Emerson College 2014 Arts, Visual and Performing |
The teachers are alright. The...
The teachers are alright. The workload is tough for me this semester, but it's usually really easy.
Academics: February 18, 2009
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That daunting red line between...
That daunting red line between student and teacher is often blurred to the point where, despite the teacher’s position behind the desk, there’s an air of camaraderie. But they don’t blow smoke, either; I’ve been in more than one workshop where the teacher has, in so many words, told the student that he or she was wasting the class’s time. It may seem harsh, but the world is harsh, the job market competitive, and the sooner that’s made clear, the better. Emerson is not a school for people looking to half-ass their way to a degree; if you come, give your all, or don’t bother. The teachers won’t have it any other way. |
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Teachers are on both ends of the...
Teachers are on both ends of the spectrum. They’re either engaging, excellent, and teach fun, interesting courses; or they are boring, painful to listen to, and don’t seem to have much knowledge in the subject. |
FactsMost Popular Majors
- Cinematography/film production - 18 %
- Creative writing - 18 %
- Dramatic arts - 7 %
- Marketing/management - 12 %
- Radio/television - 17 %
Degrees Awarded
- Bachelor's
- Doctorate
- Master's
Special Degree Options
- Student-designedmajors
- Teacher certificate program
Class Sizes
- Fewer than 20 Students - 62 %
- 20 to 49 Students - 34 %
- 50 or More Students - 4 %
Undergraduate Schools
- School of Communication
- School of the Arts
Graduation Rates
- 4-Year - 69 %
- 5-Year - 71 %
- 6-Year - 72 %
Best Places to Study
- Boston Common
- Boston Public Library
- Emerson Library
- Off-campus student lounge in Piano Row
- The Public Gardens
- Various study lounges in Piano Row
- Various study lounges on the sixth floor of the Walker Building (120 Boylston St.)
AP Test Score Requirements
Scores of 4 or 5 will earn 4 credits in the areas of the exams
IB Test Score Requirements
Emerson awards credit on a case-by-case basis, and awards possible credit for scores of 4, 5, 6, or 7. For specific requirements, contact the admissions department.
Did You Know?Best Places to Study:
Take advantage of Emerson’s unique setting when you need to study, and head to the Boston Common. Or, if you’re not up for that, there’s always the library.
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