Atlanta
Atlanta is more than Emory’s hometown. It’s an extension of your college experience. A business, tech, entertainment, research, and health care hub, our city offers opportunities for fulfilling work and growth, as well as arts and culture, pro sports, and entertainment to help you find adventure.
college social environment in America’s best college towns study
—WalletHub, 2025
students in the Atlanta metro area
—Atlanta Regional Council for Higher Education
Did You Know?
Atlanta Draws People In
Nearly half of Atlanta residents were born outside Georgia. It’s a city shaped by people who bring different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.
Winter Looks Different Here
February averages 57°. Translation: some winter days call for shorts, not snow boots.
A City in a Forest
48% of Atlanta is covered by lush trees and green spaces. Piedmont Park, a 189-acre oasis, is located right in Midtown.
It’s Easy to Explore
Walk, bike, eat, and explore along the Atlanta BeltLine, a 22-mile loop connecting 45 neighborhoods through parks, public art, cafés, and markets.
Pick a Team. Or Six.
Atlanta has six professional sports teams. Catch the Braves, Falcons, Hawks, Atlanta United, and more while you’re here.
A Foodie Capital
From Southern favorites and global flavors to Michelin-recognized restaurants, Atlanta’s food scene reflects the many cultures that call the city home.
Real-World Experience
Atlanta organizations, from civic engagement and health care to media and business, provide many ways to intern, research, and volunteer.
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Ponce City Market
Head to Ponce City Market for the best food hall fare.
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The Varsity
Be ready to answer “What’ll ya have?” at the Varsity.
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MLK Home
Visit the home of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
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Atlanta Botanical Garden
Enjoy nature in the middle of the city at the Atlanta Botanical Garden.
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Georgia Aquarium
Swim with whale sharks at Georgia Aquarium.
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Tour Studios
Tour studios and locations from major TV and film productions like Black Panther, The Avengers, Stranger Things, and more.
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World of Coke Tour
Sample some hard-to-find Coke varieties on the World of Coke tour.
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Mercedes-Benz Stadium
Catch an Atlanta Falcons or Atlanta United game at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium.
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Fox Theatre
See a show at the Fabulous Fox Theatre.
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Atlanta Beltline
Stroll the Atlanta Beltline. Or bike it. Or skate it.
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Piedmont Park
Picnic, play, or catch a concert at Piedmont Park.
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Buford Highway
Explore authentic cuisine from around the world along Buford Highway.
Your Emory education extends into Atlanta. Through Emory’s established relationships with organizations across the city, you can connect what you’re studying with hands-on experience in business, consulting, health care, technology, media, nonprofits, and more. From start-ups to major organizations like Coca-Cola, Delta, the CDC, and the Carter Center, these connections can lead to internships, research, class projects, guest speakers, and other opportunities to put your learning into practice.
in Fortune 500 HQs in the United States
—Fortune, 2026
internships and research opportunities in Atlanta alone
—Emory Data, 2026
Atlanta Global Industry
Atlanta is home to 31 Fortune 500/1000 companies, including Delta Air Lines, The Coca-Cola Company, UPS, and the Home Depot. You’ll have access to the organizations shaping global markets, whether you study business, economics, sociology, or any field in between.
Atlanta Partnerships
Whether your passion is public service, health care, business, tech, or the arts, you can grow it in Atlanta. Emory partners with institutions around Atlanta and is home to numerous centers, so you can explore your interests and gain experience.
city to start a career in WalletHub’s National Study
—WalletHub, 2025
Emory alumni in the Atlanta area
—Emory Data, 2026
Emory Alumni Network
The Emory network of alumni—50,000+ living in Atlanta and 180,000+ across the world—includes educators, entrepreneurs, health care workers, researchers, and more who are making an impact in their communities and on our campus.
