Frequently Asked Questions
About Emmanuel Academics
Can students take courses at other colleges?
Through the Colleges of the Fenway consortium, students may take courses at Massachusetts College of Art, Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, Simmons, Wentworth Institute of Technology and Wheelock. Students are allowed to cross-register one class per semester, beginning in their sophomore year.
Do you offer academic support?
The College offers an extensive advising program beginning the first year. Each student is assigned an advisor until the student declares a major. At that point, the student has an advisor from that department to help with academic and career goals. The Academic Resource Center (ARC) offers services for all students. Services available include peer tutoring, writing assistance, language partners, and academic counseling. Read more about our academic resources.
When does a student declare his or her major?
Students declare their major at the end of their sophomore year, or any time before that. Read more about departments & areas of study.
What is the student to faculty ratio?
15:1
How many full-time faculty are employed at Emmanuel?
77, most of whom hold the highest degree in their fields.
Back to TopAbout Grades and Test Scores
What kind of grades do I need?
We do not have "cut offs" for students applying to Emmanuel. The Admissions Office reviews folders on an individual basis. If you have questions about your credentials, you should discuss them with an Admissions Counselor. The average profile for an entering student is a high school GPA of 3.3 and SAT scores of 1060. We do not require SAT II, but if you have taken them, you should submit them.
Read more on Our Evaluation Process.
What happens if I have taken the SAT more than once?
The College takes the highest individual scores regardless of how many times the test was taken.
What classes should I take in high school to be admitted?
Please refer to Our Evaluation Process. All other appropriate courses will be taken into consideration when evaluating the transcript.
Are high school honors classes weighed more heavily when a transcript is evaluated?
Yes, the Admissions Office does weigh honors courses and AP courses more heavily than standard college prep level courses.
Will you honor the AP exam?
Yes. Please refer to our page for AP and IB students.
Can I get credit for my International Baccalaureate (IB) diploma?
Yes. Please refer to our page for AP and IB students.
Will the College take GED in place of the high school transcript?
Yes. However, students submitting the GED are still required to complete all other requirements.
Back to TopAbout Applications
When is the application deadline?
How long will it take for me to have my admissions decision?
Our application deadline is March 1. We do, however, encourage students to apply as early as possible to be considered for financial aid and scholarships.
What do I need to complete my application?
Please see the How to Apply page for detailed instructions.
Do you accept the Common Application?
Yes. Visit the Common Application web site for more information, to apply online or to download an application.
What is your CEEB code?
Emmanuel College's CEEB code is 3368.
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