Applicant profile/matriculant statistics | Emory School of Medicine

The Emory AA Program expects to receive more than 690 completed applications for our entering class of up to 42 candidates in the fall, which means your application must be as competitive as possible. We evaluate each application holistically and fully consider all applicants based upon their entire application, which includes all academic achievements, letters of recommendation, community involvement, work history, leadership roles, exposure to patients, any experiences in a clinical setting and extracurricular activities. However, a solid foundation in the prerequisite sciences and a strong GPA, GRE/MCAT are important to be a competitive applicant in the pool.

2025-2026 CASAA Application Cycle

How to apply

2,438 applications received

692 verified and completed applications

~160 applicants interviewed

40 applicants offered admission

Class of 2028 Demographics

Average GPA

3.75 overall undergraduate
3.70 prerequisite science courses

Gender identity

26 Female
13 Male

U.S. home

74.4% Southeast
10.3% Midwest
10.3% West
2.6% South Central
7.7% Other

Average age at matriculation

GRE/MCAT Scores

Emory applicants are required to take either the GRE or MCAT regardless of experience, training or certifications. Students are required to retake the exam if scores are five years or older before applying to the program.

159.2 Average GRE quantitative score
507.4 Average overall MCAT score

Emory continues to recognize its responsibility to consider applicants as individuals; however, applicants should present an academic record competitive with those listed above. Applicants are assessed on their qualifications without discrimination in regard to legacy, age, race, religion, disability, gender, gender identity or gender expression, sexual orientation, veteran status, national or ethnic origin.