Congratulations on your acceptance! Please use this as a resource to learn everything you need to know about confirming your enrollment at Emerson.
Confirm Your Enrollment
To confirm your enrollment online, log into the Application Portal and submit your nonrefundable $400 enrollment deposit by Visa, MasterCard, American Express, or electronic check.
Active-Duty & Veteran Accepted Students: All accepted students who are on active duty in the U.S. Military, are members of the U.S. Reserves or National Guard, or are Veterans of the U.S. Military will automatically have their deposit fee waived.
Next Steps
After confirming your enrollment in the Application Portal, please view your Enrollment Checklist to learn about your next steps towards joining the Emerson community! Students who are undocumented or have DACA status should use the Domestic Student Enrollment Checklist.
Domestic Student Enrollment Checklist International Student Enrollment Checklist
Graduate Housing
Graduate students are not required to live on campus, but have the option to apply for on-campus housing through Emerson’s Housing and Residential Education Office. Located in the Paramount Residence Hall at 555 Washington Street, graduate housing offers furnished double-occupancy rooms within shared suites and includes a meal plan. Housing is non-guaranteed and available on a first-come basis for the full academic year, with a priority application deadline of Friday, May 29, 2026.
To apply, log into the Housing Portal and complete the Graduate Non-Guarantee Housing Application. For questions, contact Housing and Residential Education at hre [at] emerson.edu (hre[at]emerson[dot]edu )or 617-824-8620.
Visit & Connect
Still making up your mind? There are a number of ways to connect, visit, and engage with us before you confirm your enrollment.
- Visit: Schedule a campus tour to meet with admission staff, faculty, and current students.
- Connect: Contact us, follow us on social media, or talk to an admission counselor about why Emerson is right for you.