College comparison

Emory vs UChicago

A side-by-side of acceptance rate, test scores, and cost — source-cited estimates, not guarantees. Want the number that actually matters for your student? Model your admit odds at each.

Metric	Emory Atlanta, GA	UChicago Chicago, IL
Acceptance rateUniversity of Chicago is more selective	11%	4%
SAT (25–75)	1470–1550	1510–1580
ACT (25–75)	—	—
Undergrad enrollment	7,298	7,569
Avg net price	$22,585	$14,860
Median earnings (10 yr)UChicago reports higher median earnings	$80,137	$91,885
Graduation rate	91%	96%
Median debt	$18,250	$15,000
Economic mobility	1.8%	1.9%
Test policy	—	—
Type	Private (nonprofit)	Private (nonprofit)

Quick answers

Is Emory University or University of Chicago harder to get into?

University of Chicago is more selective: Emory University's acceptance rate is approximately 11% and University of Chicago's is approximately 4% (estimates from public and primary sources).

What SAT score do you need for Emory University vs University of Chicago?

The middle-50% SAT range is 1470–1550 at Emory University and 1510–1580 at University of Chicago. Scores outside these bands are still admitted, especially with strong applications.

Figures are estimates compiled from public datasets (College Scorecard / IPEDS) and primary sources; verify with each institution before relying on them.

These outputs are estimates from a baseline model — not guarantees of admission, cost, or outcome.