Experience

More than just merit scholarship recipients, Woodruff Scholars are engaged citizens in the classroom, on campus, and further afield. The Emory College Woodruff Scholars Program provides creative opportunities for engagement and growth in unique ways. Based on Emory's current guidelines for health and safety this year, we have adapted the Scholar experience for an online format. Scholars will benefit from a variety of live virtual programming, a virtual Scholar Lounge, and video meetings with Scholar advisors.

All Scholar Events

Annual Scholars Retreat

Scholars take an extended time away at a beautiful resort to focus on community building, personal growth and reflection.

Community Dinners

Twice a semester the Scholars community gathers to enjoy a meal and scholarly discourse with faculty and alumni.

Scholar Workshops

An opportunity to hear from inspiring speakers and alumni panels with a focus on personal and professional development.

Summer Opportunities

Internships and Research

Scholars can apply for funded summer internships (including the Global Internship Program) and/or Undergraduate Research.

Programs Abroad

Scholars have the opportunity to experience and explore global cultures through funded Emory Study Abroad programs.

Service Based Opportunities

Scholars connect with the wider Atlanta community through service-based learning and internship experiences.

Community Engagement

Scholar Fellows

Scholars Fellows are student employees who work closely with Emory College Woodruff Scholars Program staff.

Networking with Faculty & Alumni

Scholars build their network with faculty and alumni at coffee talks, lunch and learns, and other scholar events.

All Scholar Service Projects

Volunteering is a key part of the Scholar experience. Scholars regularly take part in Emory's Days of Service.

Academic & Campus Benefits

Personalized Advising

Scholars received individualized advising that focuses on the needs and challenges of high achieving students at Emory.

Priority Class Registration

Scholars receive priority registration. This allows you to craft your schedule for full exploration of the Emory curriculum.

On-Campus Housing

The program covers the cost of on-campus housing and allows you to choose your preferred residential community.

Scholar Mentoring Programs

The Emory College Woodruff Scholar Mentoring Programs are designed to further the Woodruff Legacy by facilitating constructive peer-to-peer mentoring, growth through alumni partnerships, and a sense of belonging in the Scholars community. Each program has a curriculum to build and enrich the overall scholar experience. Mentoring programs are optional and feature additional programming and networking engagements.

...And More

The Emory College Woodruff Scholars Program offers a wide range of specialized Scholar programming and opportunities, so all Scholars can engage in what most aligns with their personal growth goals and career plans. Scholars also benefit tremendously from additional opportunities and benefits such as access to the Scholars Lounge, Scholar Fellows, Scholar Trips, and Conference Travel Grants.