Student Demographics
Emma girls currently hail from 22 states, and over 30 foreign countries. The fall of 2010 saw enrollment increase by 3% to bring the whole student population to 319 (203 boarding, 116 day).
Emma has a diverse population: of the 319 students, 55 are students of color (according to guidelines established by the National Association of Independent Schools), 88 are international students, and 45 have an alumna or current sister relationship to the school.
Emma maintains 13 Davis Scholarships, and 10 Capital District Scholarships.
Of the 440 applicants for fall 2010, 149 (34%) were offered admission and 102 enrolled.
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