Undergraduate Program, Emerson Los Angeles, Emerson College

Qualified Emerson College undergraduates may enroll for one semester of study at Emerson Los Angeles (ELA) in the heart of Hollywood. The residential program offers a full semester of internship opportunities and coursework, as well as personal and professional development workshops and panel discussions. Up to 200 juniors and seniors can enroll in the fall and spring semesters.

Students gain valuable hands-on experience and industry insights through internships, build connections with their peers and key players in their chosen fields, and create a footprint in the local community by participating in community service programs.

Program Calendar

Review the calendar for upcoming important dates for your term. Be sure to look at the calendar specific to the ELA program.

Application Deadlines

Emerson LA applications are open during the fall semester, typically between September and mid-December for the Fall and Spring semesters of the following academic year.

Application Requirements

Interested in applying to the Emerson Los Angeles program? Review the criteria and learn how to apply.

Program Requirements

To successfully complete the program, students must fulfill an internship as well as engage in civic engagement activities and professional development opportunities.

Registration & Policies

Ensure a seamless transition from Boston to LA by learning about what you’ll need to take care of before you arrive.

Residence Life

Complete with dorm rooms, lounge areas, a fitness facility, and an outdoor terrace, the building that serves as our Los Angeles campus has it all, making residential life a breeze.