Emory 2021-2022 Application Cycle is Open
CASAA (Centralized Application Service for Anesthesiologist Assistants) is the online application service for all Master’s level Anesthesiologist Assistant education programs in the US. Through CASAA, prospective students may use a single web-based application and one set of materials to apply to multiple programs. To begin application process, please read the program information provided, create an account in CASAA and complete the Emory Supplemental application. Many of your questions about general requirements and the Emory AA Program can be answered using the program website. Please feel free to contact the program office at if you need additional assistance.
How to Apply
The Emory Master of Medical Science Program in Anesthesiology process is comprised of two online application/s (CASAA and the Emory supplementary application) and the supporting materials listed below. Please see the admissions calendar for needed information and deadline dates (Admissions Calendar). The information below outlines the items necessary to complete the application process.
- Complete the Common Anesthesiologist Assistant Application – CASAA– Safari and Chrome browsers recommended. A non-refundable application fee of $160.00 is required (see fee chart in CASAA for additional submissions). Reapplicants, please see the reapplication tab.
- Manage needed academic, professional or clinical recommendations in CASAA.
Do this as soon as possible. Your application will not be considered complete until three references are received and processed. Please share your overall competitiveness, application progress and application status with your references before asking them to contact the AA Program on your behalf . We will not share your information with the public.
- Official transcripts from all undergraduate and graduate institutions should be sent directly to CASAA for a full evaluation and verification -Please provide consent to your transcript evaluated in CASAA.
- The Emory AA Program GRE Designated Institution (DI) Code is 5692. Educational Testing Service (ETS) will transmit official GRE scores electronically to the Centralized Application Service for Anesthesiologist Assistants (CASAA) up to twice a week for all test takers who designate the program as a score recipient. If you have not taken the GRE, it will behoove you to explore early August test dates to assure receipt and official processing in CASAA (unofficial test scores will not be accepted) or to improve your results if necessary. Processing time and terms are not controlled by the AA Program.
- Official MCAT scores should be reported in CASAA and a copy of your official MCAT score report with your verification number should be sent to the program office with your supporting documents.
- Complete the online Emory AA Program Supplemental.Create your account and complete the application online. A non-refundable application fee of $65.00 will activate your file and is required before submitting your application (this fee is addition to the required CASAA fee).
- Double check the application information before submitting (use your updated transcript/s to complete both applications). Please do not guess or leave items incomplete (plus and minus status information is not required). Incomplete applications will not be considered for review.
After you’ve completed your applications
After the CASAA and Emory Supplemental online applications are received and processed, applicants will begin receiving update notifications via email from the AA Program office regarding the status of BOTH applications. A list of the items received and processed will appear at the bottom of the items received list (some items may not be applicable to you).
Emory supplemental supporting documents are in PDF files. To view and print you must have Adobe Reader installed on your computer. Print, complete, sign, date and send (8) supporting documents to the AA Program.
Note: some documents are to be notarized
Supporting Documents (PDF)
- Application Checklist- View and print and include a completed copy of this checklist with your supporting documents to ensure completion.
- Documentation of Familiarity with Anesthesia Practice
- Documentation Concerning Technical Standards
- Documentation Concerning Infectious and Communicable Diseases
- Criminal Background Check – (PDF results should be sent with this document)
- Drug Screen Release Form
- Applicant Statement
- Current, color passport-sized photograph with your supporting. Include your last and first name on the back of the photo (feel free to smile). Do not send a copy your official passport picture.
Emory AA Program Admissions uses Google as its main email and calendaring resource. It is required that you create a free Google account if you do not already have one.
All prerequisite courses and degree programs must be complete and reported on an official university transcript by the end of the summer semester before the program start date. If completing coursework at the time of application, use IP to indicate that the courses in progress (proof of enrollment is required after course registration (unofficial documents will suffice).
Academic programs and required pre-medical courses will be accepted from institutions that are regionally accredited. Please see the list of accepted Regional InstitutionsAcademic programs and prerequisite courses may be in progress during the application process. Students are welcome to take prerequisite coursework with accredited online programs and local two - year institutions.
Acceptance Instructions
Upon receipt of an official acceptance notification, please download documents, follow set payment instructions, complete and return the Applicant Response Form via mail or admissions@emoryaaprogram.org: