Visit Report by DinDune (Member since December 02 2007 with 10 posts) Visit Date - February 2008
Visit to Emory University in February 2008 by DinDune (Parent of Student, HS Class of 2009)
Visit Activities:
Admissions Interview:
No - There was not an interview, but we did meet with one of the business school deans. We got to ask questions and get better acquainted with the program. Information Session:
Yes - Very informative session with lots of good information about what kind of student the college is looking for. Campus Tour:
Yes - Great tour guide. Very personable and knowledgeable. He even "snuck" us into a dorm room to see the new facilities. We saw the library and athletic center and many buildings. The library is
Emory University Campus:
Friendliness/Courtesy of Students: 4 - Very Good -
The lobby hosts were very personable and were encouraging us to ask any type of question. All were very enthusiastic about Emory and how terrific it is.
Friendliness/Courtesy of Staff: 4 - Very Good -
I met with a financial aid officer who was very friendly and informative. The area representative who did our local presentation came out to say hello. Very impressive.
Appearance of Campus: 4 - Very Good -
Even on a rainy dreary cold day, the campus was clean and looked amazing.
Building/Facilities Maintenance/Cleanliness: 4 - Very Good Dormitories: 4 - Very Good -
We saw the newest dorm and the bathrooms were immaculate. The dorm rooms seemed roomy enough. Security at the dorm was excellent.
Security/Safety: 4 - Very Good -
Blue lights...
Overall Campus Impression: 4 - Very Good -
What can I say? We are hooked and hope our son gets in!
Off-Campus:
Area Immediately Around Campus: 3 - Good -
Traffic in Atlanta on a Friday is pretty much a nightmare! Streets are narrow and the rain did not help.
City/Town/Community: 3 - Good -
The neighborhood surrounding the school is very nice and there are some cute shops near the college.
Campus Visit Notes for Emory University:
Visit Description:
We really enjoyed our very busy day at Emory. We had a tour, an info session, a meeting at the business school and then a business school tour. Each person that we met was totally happy to be at Emory and very eager to answer questions. It is a tough school to get into and we hope that things work out as we hope. Everything there seems state of the art. It was a great day.
Dining/Restaurant Recommendations or Comments:
We ate at Everybody's Pizza across the street from Emory. It was fine and quick.
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The lobby hosts were very personable and were encouraging us to ask any type of question. All were very enthusiastic about Emory and how terrific it is.
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Traffic in Atlanta on a Friday is pretty much a nightmare! Streets are narrow and the rain did not help.