BA Human Health at Emory University

Programme overview

Human health is a major global issue and a leading sector for job growth. The human health major takes an interdisciplinary approach to examine the complex scientific and social issues involved in health and well-being. This degree develops practical skills for a wide variety of health-related careers as well as a holistic understanding of physical, mental, and spiritual well-being.

Faculty: Emory College of Arts and Sciences | Study mode: full-time | Location: Atlanta, GA, United States

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Application information

Entry requirements

Admission is to Emory College of Arts and Sciences or Oxford College, applied for through the undergraduate application at apply.emory.edu; the major itself has no separate admission requirement listed.

USD 70,300 a year (2026-27). Emory College Programs undergraduate tuition rate band (annual; $35,150 per fall and spring term based on 12 hours). Tuition only; excludes fees, housing, health insurance and living costs. Emory publishes one tuition rate for all students. Source

First-year applicants apply through Early Decision I, Early Decision II or Regular Decision; transfer applicants follow a separate timeline. Applicants can apply to Emory College, Oxford College, or both with one Common Application.

Nursing: Traditional BSN applications are for the Fall 2027 programme option. The Master of Nursing (MN) pathway to MSN or DNP is listed with Summer 2027 programme options.

First-year deadlines: Early Decision I November 1 (decision by December 15), Early Decision II January 1 (decision by February 15), Regular Decision January 1 (decision by April 1). Transfer deadline March 15 (decision by early May). Emory University Scholar Programs deadline is November 15. Applications are made through the Common Application.

Application fee for Emory College of Arts and Sciences and Oxford College is $75. SAT/ACT is optional and may be self-reported in the Common App or sent officially; TOEFL or IELTS is recommended if English is not the first language.

Financial aid deadlines: Early Decision I December 2, Early Decision II January 6, Regular Decision February 10, Transfer March 17.

Traditional BSN (Fall 2027): Round 1 August 1, 2026; Round 2 October 1, 2026; Round 3 December 1, 2026. Application fee is $50.

Apply through the official page: https://apply.emory.edu/

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