Facts and Figures
- Emory is home to nearly 3,400 international students and more than 1,200 international scholars from over 100 countries.
- The three leading nations of origin for both our students and scholars are China, India, and South Korea.
- Emory College of Arts & Sciences, Laney Graduate School, the Rollins School of Public Health, and Goizueta Business School host the largest numbers of international students.
- 95% of Emory international students are in F-1 or J-1 immigration status.
- 82% of Emory scholars carry J-1 or H-1B status.
For more detailed information about faculty, student and partner engagement abroad, explore the Emory University Global Engagement Map. This map is maintained by Emory Global Engagement (EGE), and it provides data visualization of Emory's international reach and institutional impact.
Student and Scholar Data: 2025 IIE Open Doors Report (based on Fall 2024 data)
Growth of Emory's International Student Community
Source: Emory data submissions to IIE Open Doors for relevant years.
Enrollment data taken from Fall semester enrollment.
International Students Contribute over $43 Billion to U.S. Economy
The spending by international students studying at US colleges and universities supported more than 378,000 jobs and contributed approximately $43 billion to the US economy during the 2024-2025 academic year, which includes over $579 million to Georgia district 05. Visit NAFSA’s International Student Economic Value Tool to learn more about the contributions international students make to Georgia and Emory's district.