2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog 2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog |
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Information in this bulletin is accurate as of August 1, 2025, unless otherwise specified. The College reserves the right to change any provision and requirement in this catalog at any time within the student’s term of residence. The College specifically reserves the right to change its tuition rates and other financial charges. The College also reserves the right to rearrange its courses and class hours, to drop courses for which registration falls below the required minimum enrollment, and to change teaching assignments.
For further information, contact:
Undergraduate Admission
Emerson College
120 Boylston Street
Boston, MA 02116-4624
Telephone: 617-824-8600
Fax: 617-824-8609
Email: admission@emerson.edu
Web: emerson.edu
President’s Message

Welcome to Emerson College! As the only college in the United States uniquely dedicated to the arts, media, and communication, we are steadfast in our commitment to educating and elevating extraordinary artists, communicators, scholars, and professionals for the betterment of humanity.
You are here because you recognize that Emerson creates extraordinary storytellers, communicators, collaborators, artists, and leaders. During your time here, you will experience world-class teaching, practice, performance, and discovery through our experiential, innovative, and inclusive approach to education. What you choose to do here will guide you, sharpen your creative thinking, and grow your skill sets.
Our curriculum balances theory and practice, providing rich opportunities for academic and professional growth to prepare you for success in your chosen fields. Whether you are joining us in Boston, Los Angeles, the Netherlands, or at one of our programs around the world. I am confident your time at Emerson will be one of incredible growth and remarkable discovery.
Wishing you a year filled with accomplishment and joy. We can’t wait to see all you will achieve!
Sincerely,

Jay M. Bernhardt
President
Institutional Learning Outcomes
Emerson College graduates create, communicate, collaborate, critically think, and civically engage.
Upon graduation Emerson students will be able to:
Create
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Experiment with creative processes, including traditional practices.
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Apply foundational theories and practices to their disciplines.
Communicate
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Demonstrate effective written, oral, and visual communication skills.
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Demonstrate competency in information, media, and digital literacies.
Collaborate
Critically Think
Civically Engage
Archived Catalogs
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