Elon University

Academic Life

The university's six schools serve a selective student body of 6,000. Elon is one of only seven private universities in the country with accredited schools of business, communications, education, law and health sciences, plus a chapter of Phi Beta Kappa, the nation's oldest and most prestigious academic honor society.

Elon's extensive academic programs include more than 60 undergraduate majors, nine graduate programs and a wide array of interdisciplinary programs and enriching intellectual and research opportunities.

Elon College, The College of Arts and Sciences

Martha and Spencer Love School of Business

School of Communications

School of Education

School of Health Sciences

School of Law

Campus Life

Elon students participate in more than 200 organizations, including student government, sports teams, intramurals, religious and spiritual life groups and academic and special interest organizations. Many of the groups are headquartered in the Moseley Campus Center, which is a busy hub of campus life.

Elon is regularly recognized as one of the nation's most beautiful collegiate environments. In the seven residential neighborhoods, students, faculty and staff seamlessly blend academics and co-curricular activities to create a 24/7 learning environment. The campus features numerous dining options, a campus bus system, comprehensive health and counseling services and a strong commitment to protecting the environment.

Admission

Elon annually receives about 10,000 applications for a first-year class of 1,550 students. Successful applicants have strong academic backgrounds, a record of involvement in co-curricular activities and a strong desire to contribute to the campus community. Follow the links below for essential information about Elon University's undergraduate admissions process.

Elon annually ranks among the nation's best values in private higher education, with a total cost that is well below the national average. In addition to offering an affordable cost, Elon supports a number of need-based and merit-based scholarship programs.

Students come to Elon from 49 nations, gaining an experience at a top-ranked American university and adding to the cultural diversity on campus. Special programs support international students, and there are specific details applicants need to know about applying to Elon. Details are at the links below.