• At Emory & Henry, we believe in the work of each person's religious and cultural heritage, inasmuch as that heritage leads to service to the larger world. We also challenge all persons to confront historical and contemporary ideas and issues and to develop the ability to apply critical thought to all areas of human experience.

• Founded in 1836, Emory & Henry is the oldest institution of higher education in southwest Virginia. It is named for Bishop John Emory, an eminent Methodist church leader when the College was founded, and Patrick Henry, a renowned patriot of the American Revolution and Virginia's first governor. The two men represent what we believe are the strongest foundations for successful lives: vital piety and civic virtue.

• Affiliated with the United Methodist Church, Emory & Henry is a four-year liberal arts college.

• This tree-filled campus encompasses 333 pristine acres of rolling hills in the village of Emory, Virginia, in the highlands within easy driving distance of the metropolitan tri-cities region of Bristol, Johnson City, and Kingsport.

• Dr. Jack Roper, professor of history, was named the 2005 Virginia Professor of the Year by The Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching and the Council for the Advancement and Support of Education.

• Emory & Henry ranks among the top colleges and universities from across the nation in the percentage of alumni who give back to the College.

• U.S. News & World Report lists Emory & Henry among liberal arts colleges and universities with national reputations.

• Student Horizons, Inc., has noted Emory & Henry College as one of 100 colleges from across the nation that have been named to a list recognizing their distinctive abilities to provide excellence in education and to dramatically improve the chances of success for their students.

• Across the curriculum, E&H professors prepare students by encouraging research and providing them with research opportunities that most college students do not receive until graduate school.

• Approximately 1,000 students, equally divided between men and women

• 11:1 student-to-faculty ratio

• Students are from 25 states and 7 foreign countries and one territory.

• Emory & Henry professors are among the best in the nation. Six times in the last 17 years, Emory & Henry has been represented by The Carnegie Foundation Virginia Professor of the Year Award—more than any other college or university in Virginia.

• Dr. Samir Saliba, a professor of political science, was selected as the U.S. Professor of the Year from among professors at United Methodist colleges and universities.

• With a 11:1 student-to-faculty ratio, Emory & Henry professors have a tradition of working closely with students to help them increase in excellence.

• Emory & Henry students participate in a wide variety of study abroad programs, experiencing cultures and people. Emory & Henry helps students prepare for these experiences through language study, including Chinese and Arabic, and with courses offered through a comprehensive international studies program and an international studies and business program.

• 2007 Fall Tuition Fee: $22,320

• 2007 Fall Comprehensive Fee: $29,990

• Emory & Henry students are devoted to improving the world through service. The emphasis goes beyond traditional acts of volunteerism to engaging in the hard work of building communities, developing policy initiatives, writing community development grants, advocating for migrant farm workers, and conducting community-needs assessments.

• For the outdoor enthusiast, the area surrounding Emory & Henry is a mecca, with some of the nation's best biking, hiking, rock climbing, rappelling, and whitewater rafting.

• Research, debate and discussion are central to the Emory & Henry experience. Students delve into issues not only in the classroom, but also through a wide variety of campus-wide lectures, forums, theatre productions, and exhibits. Students are exposed to a large number of nationally renowned intellectuals, writers, artists, and musicians through the Lyceum program.

• 70% of students participate in an intercollegiate, intramural, or club sport. Many others use the modern athletic facilities to keep in shape.

• Emory & Henry boasts a dynamic, challenging liberal arts program that prepares students for vocations while helping them to understand complex social and political issues, and to interpret contemporary ethical issues.

• Average GPA: 3.35

• Average SAT composite score: 1023

• Average ACT composite score: 22