Diversity? Multiculturalism? Support?

We embrace it all at Emerson College!

Selecting a college that is right for you is one of the most important choices that you will make. At Emerson, we are committed to providing academic, social and cultural opportunities to make your college experience rewarding. As one of the premier colleges for the study of communication and performing arts, we welcome you to enter a community of diverse actors, filmmakers, journalists, and marketing professionals, just to name a few. Additionally, you can learn in Boston, where each year over 250,000 students come to learn, participate in internships, and meet others. As you continue to map your future, we hope that Emerson will be included on your road to success.

Office of Multicultural Student Affairs

Multicultural Student Affairs cultivates involvement opportunities for Multicultural students to maximize chances for their successful academic and social transition. The staff provides a wide range of support services especially designed for Multicultural students and conducts programs that encourage participation in all aspects of campus life. In addition, Emerson's Cultural Center enhances the educational, cultural, and social needs of the campus community. The Center is a comfortable gathering space with a big screen television, kitchenette,and resource materials with a Multicultural focus.

Emerson in Boston

Emerson's campus is located on Boston Common in the heart of the city's Theatre District - walking distance from the Massachusetts State House, the Boston Public Garden, Asian American Civic Organization, Black Heritage Trail®, Chinatown, Museum of Afro American History, and African Meeting House. The Jorge Hernandez Cultural Center, North American Indian Center, and Caribbean Cultural Center are also accessible by public transit.

Financial Assistance

Student Financial Services will make every effort to help you finance the cost of an Emerson education. Each year, approximately 70% of the student body receives some form of financial assistance that typically combines grant and scholarship, loan, and college work-study. The College also offers a variety of scholarships, some of which are merit-based and are awarded without a demonstration of financial need. There are also a variety of outside scholarship programs not connected to the College but available to eligible students.