Explore Emory
Guided by Our Mission
Emory University is a leading research university, recognized internationally for its outstanding liberal arts colleges, graduate and professional schools, and one of the nation’s most comprehensive academic health care systems.
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Our Pursuit
Discover academic excellence that puts knowledge to good use, so we can learn, teach, and together create an impact.
Learn about our academic excellence![a professor and student sitting and talking](../_includes/images/sections/explore/_0000_greg-ellison.jpg)
Our People
Meet the best and the brightest who inspire, serve, and learn for the greater good.
Meet Our People![students building and volunteering](../_includes/images/sections/explore/_0004_0111201-16kh-f061_raw-our-passion.jpg)
Our Passion
Find a community where we’re stronger for our differences, but share the same goal: serving humanity.
Learn how we make a differenceBy the Numbers
Become a Part of Something Big
Our Leadership
From Gregory L. Fenves to the rest of his leadership team, get to know the people who exemplify Emory values and nurture this community toward our shared goal.
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What Guides Us
Emory's mission and ethical principles guide the university in its work for the common good.
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Our Story
In a city known for growth and progress, see how our university history continues to bring pride and purpose to the entire community.
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Images shown were taken before the COVID-19 pandemic.