The Atlanta Advantage
Often called the capital of the South and the cradle of the modern Civil Rights Movement, Atlanta is one of the biggest, most diverse cities in the nation. Also known as “The City in a Forest” and “The City Too Busy to Hate,” Atlanta has roots in preserving nature and championing justice while growing a robust economy.
Atlanta is ranked as the nation’s best place for graduates to live and work, and it’s one of the fastest-growing business, technology, and health care centers in the U.S. The city is home to more than 15 Fortune 500 companies, a growing tech and start-up ecosystem, and over 200 distinct neighborhoods — each with their own character and charm.
Life in Atlanta: Learn More
Atlanta offers the perfect mix of big‑city energy and Southern hospitality. With diverse neighborhoods, thriving arts and food scenes, abundant green spaces, and a strong job market, it’s a vibrant and welcoming place to live, work, and explore.
The Nation’s Best Place to Live and Work
Best Place to Live in the U.S.
- Money.com, 2024
Most Educated City in America
- Forbes, 2024
Best Place to Start a Career
- WalletHub, 2025
Atlanta, Your New Home
Atlanta is more than a home for Emory School of Nursing — it’s a health care and innovation hub that offers countless opportunities for research, clinical experience, and employment. Here’s a look at the Atlanta advantage for our students.
Leading Research and Clinical Collaborations
Emory Nursing partners with leading health care research and clinical sites in the Atlanta area, including Emory Healthcare, Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta, Atlanta VA Medical Center, Grady Health System, Georgia Tech, the CDC, and more.
Whole Person Care Across the Atlanta Community
Emory Nursing coordinates clinical placements across Atlanta’s heterogeneous neighborhoods to show how social determinants of health impact health outcomes — and to gain experience serving patients of all backgrounds.
Visionary Nurse Mentors
Students are guided and mentored by visionary nurse leaders who are shaping the future of health care in Atlanta - and often in the world.
Graduate with Real-World Readiness
Because of their diverse, hands-on learning opportunities — locally and globally — students are shaped into decisive, adaptable, and whole-person nursing leaders. After graduation, Emory nurses are highly sought after for their hard-earned instincts and real-world readiness.
A Launchpad for Nursing Learning
A Launchpad for Nursing’s Next Leaders
In Atlanta, Emory Nursing students can experience the full continuum of care — from primary care to public health. These diverse experiences push our students to grow fast, lead sooner, and graduate with recognition.