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SchooIs
Undergraduate Emory College of Arts and Sciences
Goizueta Business School
Nell Hodgson Woodruff School of Nursing
Oxford College
Graduate Goizueta Business School
James. T. Laney School of Graduate Studies
School of Law
School of Medicine
Nell Hodgson Woodruff School of Nursing
Rollins School of Public Health
Candler School of Theology
Students
EnroIIment, Fall 2011 Total 13,893
Undergraduate 7,441
Graduate and Professional 6,452
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Emory CoIIege of Arts and
Sciences

SAT Middle 50%, Fall 2011
Total 2020-2220
Verbal 650-740
Math 670-770
Writing 660-750
ACT Middle 50%, Fall 2011 30-33
Degrees Awarded (2010-
2011)
Total 3,935
Undergraduate 2,025
Graduate 1,910
Varsity athIetic teams,
NCAA Division III

18
EmpIoyees
EmpIoyees
(as of Sept. 1,
2011)


Total, Emory University and
Emory Healthcare
24,884

University Faculty and Staff 12,949

Emory Healthcare 11,935


Emory ranks as the fourth-largest private employer in the metro Atlanta area.
Economic Impact
AnnuaI Operating Budget (2011-2012) $3.5 billion
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Emory University $1.5 billion
Emory Healthcare $2 billion
Endowment and Trust Funds $4.7 billion, as of August 31, 2010
TotaI Research Funding Awards $539.7 million in fiscal 2011
The Confucius Institute in Atlanta is a private-public-international partnership among Emory University,
Atlanta Public Schools (APS), and Nanjing University, China, with the sponsorship of the Office of Chinese
Language Council International (Hanban) and the Confucius Institute Headquarters in China.
The Institute is a gateway to Chinese language and culture for individuals, families, communities and
schools in metro Atlanta and the surrounding area.
Our mission:
O Promote understanding of Chinese language and culture through training courses, cultural
workshops and events
O Introduce K-12 instruction in Modern Standard Chinese
O Serve as regional center for Chinese teacher training and Chinese curriculum development
O Help address needs of the business community and the general public
O uild connections and partnerships between the Atlanta community and China
Confucius Classroom
In cooperation with the Office of Chinese Language Council International (Hanban), the Confucius
Institute in Atlanta (http://confucius.emory.edu/) invites K-12 schools in Georgia to consider offering
Chinese programs in their schools through the Confucius Classroom project.
The sponsorship for a Confucius Classroom from Hanban includes a startup fund of $10,000, book
donations, Chinese culture display equipment, and certified teachers from China.
School Visit Programs:
Are you interested in introducing Chinese language and culture to your students but dont know
where to start?
We can help. We can send instructors to deliver lectures and help organize hands-on activities for
your class that cater to your curriculum needs.

Introduction to HSK Testing
What is HSK?
HSK (Hanyu Shuiping Kaoshi) is a standardized international Chinese language proficiency test for
non-native Chinese speakers on purposes of academic pursuit, daily and working environment Chinese
application. The new HSK consists of two independent parts: written test and oral test. The written test
comprises of six levels from HSK-Level 1 to HSK-Level 6; while the oral test can be divided into three
levels of HSK (asic), HSK (Elementary-Intermediate) and HSK (Advanced), and the candidates on-
site performance will be recorded. All HSK certificates are issued by the National Commission of
Chinese Proficiency Test, which is under the Ministry of Education of China.

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When and where are HSK Tests offered?
The Confucius Institute in Atlanta offers HSK Tests on Sunday, December 5, 2010. Please see
below for time and locations.
HSK LeveI Date and Times Locations
Level 1 Sun. 12/5 1:30 2:10 p.m. (40 min.) Candler Library 101
Level 2 Sun. 12/5 1:30 2:25 p.m. (55 min.) Candler Library 123
Level 3 Sun. 12/5 1:30 3:00 p.m. (90 min.) Candler Library 122
Level 4 Sun. 12/5 9:00 10:45 am (105 min.) Candler Library 121
Level 5 Sun. 12/5 1:30 3:35 p.m. (125 min.) Candler Library 121
Level 6 Sun. 12/5 9:00 11:20 am (140 min.) Candler Library 123

Who is eligible to apply to take HSK Test?
The application is open to all interested people who are non-native Chinese speakers.

What are HSK test scores used for?
Test scores are used by different organizations and groups of people. The scores offer, but not limited
to the following:
A reference for educational institutions to recruit students, classify students, exempt students from
some courses and
grant credits;
A reference for employers to employ, train and promote employees;
A reference for Chinese learners to understand and improve their ability to apply Chinese;
A reference for related Chinese teaching institutions or training organizations to evaluate teaching
standards and the
effectiveness of different training;
A reference for applying for Confucius Institute scholarship.

How do I know which level to take?
Descriptions of the six levels of the exam are provided below. A study guide with sample exam is
available on the website of Confucius Institute in Atlanta (http://confucius.emory.edu). Additional
online practice tests are available at www.chinesetesting.cn/gosimexam.do
HSK- Level 1 (Vocabulary: 150)
Designed for learners who can understand and use some simple Chinese characters and sentences to
communicate, and prepares them for continuing their Chinese studies. The exam includes a listening
section and a reading section and is 40 minutes in length.
HSK- Level 2 (Vocabulary: 300)
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Examination candidates who reach HSK-Level 2 can communicate simply and directly on daily topics
they are familiar with. Level 2 have reached the advanced stage of beginner level. The exam includes a
listening section and a reading section and is 55 minutes in length.
HSK- Level 3 (Vocabulary: 600)
Examination candidates who reach HSK-Level 3 can complete basic communication tasks in daily life,
study and work. If traveling in China, Level 3 can handle most communication tasks they encounter.
The exam includes a listening section, a reading section and a writing section and is 90 minutes in
length.
HSK- Level 4 (Vocabulary: 1200)

Examination candidates who reach HSK-Level 4
can discuss a relatively wide range of topics in Chinese and are able to communicate with native
speakers. The exam includes a listening section, a reading section and a writing section and is 105
minutes in length.
HSK- Level 5 (Vocabulary: 2500)
Examination candidates who reach HSK-Level 5 can read Chinese newspapers and magazines,
appreciate Chinese films and television, and are able to write and deliver a full speech. The exam
includes a listening section, a reading section and a writing section and is 120 minutes in length.
HSK- Level 6 (Vocabulary: 5000+)
Examination candidates who reach HSK-Level 6 can easily understand what they read and listen and
express themselves fluently in written and oral Chinese. The exam includes a listening section, a
reading section and a writing section and is 135 minutes in length.

Who will grade the test?
After a test is given, the answer sheets will be sealed and mailed back to eijing (China) immediately
for grading by the HSK Testing Center Headquarter. The Confucius Institute in Atlanta will not be
responsible for grading any examinations.

How soon can I find out my scores?
You will be able to access your score online approximately One Month after a test is administered.

How do I check my score and get my certificate?
HSK score online:
Your HSK test score will be available online at http://www.chinesetesting.cn One Month after the test
date. Please note that your test registration number (as shown on your Test Admission Card) will be
required for accessing your score record online.
HSK Certificate:
HSK certificates will be sent to the Confucius Institute in Atlanta One Month after the test date. When
the Test Center receives the certificates, you will be notified either by email or telephone. Your HSK
test certificates will be kept at the Confucius Institute in Atlanta for up to 30 days after the first
scheduled pick up date.
May I retake a same category test?
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Yes. If your test score does not meet the passing grade, you can take the same category test again at
any HSK test site worldwide. There is no waiting period and no limit of how many times you can take
the test. You must reapply in order to re-take the test.

Will my HSK certificate expire?
Your HSK certificate is like a diploma. Once you receive it, it becomes your property and it is valid
permanently. However, if you wish to use your HSK scores to apply for admission to a college or
university in China, your scores are valid for TWO YEARS ONLY from the date you take the test.

What are the fees for HSK test?
The fees vary from different levels (The total amount below has included a registration fee of $10):
$30 (LeveI 1) $40 (LeveI 2)
$50 (LeveI 3) $60 (LeveI 4)
$70 (LeveI 5) $80 (LeveI 6)

Confucius Institute in Atlanta
Modern Languages Building Rm119
532 S. Kilgo Cirlce
Atlanta, GA 30322

Who should I contact if I have any further questions regarding the HSK test?
You may direct your questions to the staff members of Confucius Institute in Atlanta:
Hong Li (hli01@emory.edu)
Jian Chen (jchen82@emory.edu)