Diversity at Elon
Elon is a place where diversity is honored and welcomed. Students come from 46 states and 45 countries, representing many different cultures and ethnicities. Ten percent of the student body represents multicultural backgrounds. With more than 4,900 undergraduates, Elon is big enough to offer the resources of a large university, but small enough to nurture a close-knit campus that values each person.
During your time here, you will meet new people, make new friends and consider new perspectives. And with the university’s emphasis on individual attention and opportunity, you will have a chance to shine. Professors will take the time to get to know you personally, and they are devoted to giving you the tools you need to succeed.
You will also have access to many programs and resources for
multicultural students. The
Office
of Multicultural Affairs serves as a support system that
helps multicultural students adjust to college life.
Elon’s
Multicultural Center develops programs and events for
students and houses educational materials that are relevant
to multicultural education. The Center is also home to the
African American Resource Room — a study area,
gathering place and historical archive celebrating African
American culture.
Graduation rate ranks in top 2
percent nationally
A study by The Education Trust ranks Elon in the top 2
percent of U.S. master’s-level schools in four-year
graduation rates for African American students.
Resources you can count on
Many financial aid opportunities are available to
students, such as grants, scholarships, loans and work-study
programs. Our financial aid counselors will be happy to speak
with you one-on-one to discuss your options. Click here for
more information.
Ways to get involved
Elon offers many opportunities for students to
further explore their academic and cultural interests outside
of the classroom. Here are some organizations and programs
that may be of interest:
- El Centro de Español, Elon’s Spanish center, gives students, faculty and staff the opportunity to learn conversational Spanish in a relaxed atmosphere.
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Elon’s Spanish house,
La Casa de Español, is a learning community for those
who want to reinforce their language skills by living with
other students who are learning Spanish.
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Study
abroad opportunities are also available for students
who want to immerse themselves in an international
experience.
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E. Pluribus Unum (Diverse Students of Journalism and
Communications) promotes diversity within the School of
Communications.
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Diverse Students of Science raises awareness of health
disparities in the United States.
- Members of Elon’s Model UN attend conferences that develop their understanding of international affairs, diplomacy and the role of the United Nations in the world.
Click here for more information about multicultural student organizations.
Come see Elon for yourself
Multicultural
Experience Weekend is a special open house program held
each spring for those interested in learning more about the
multicultural experience at Elon. Students lead campus tours,
provide helpful information and answer questions from
prospective students and their parents. For more information
or to arrange a campus visit, please call the Admissions
Office at 800-334-8448 or 336-278-3566. Hours are Monday
– Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday from 9 a.m.
to noon.
Need More Info? For information about admissions, scholarships or campus visits for prospective multicultural students, call Kimberly Johnson, 800-334-8448.
