Admissions

The deadline for submitting an application for 2023 entry is December 16, 2022. Emory will not review the applications of individuals who have not registered for the Match. 

Prospective students will be informed when their application packet is complete, and notification of applicant selection for the interview process will occur by January 31, 2023.  

We will continue to have virtual interviews this cycle.  We have found them to be very effective and cost-saving.

We will no longer be requiring the GRE as part of the appllication. 

Admission to the Emory University School of Medicine Genetic Counseling Training Program involves two major components:

• Completion of the application
• Virtual interview
  

To be considered for an interview, prospective students must meet all admissions requirements and complete all required application components. 

Acceptance decisions are based on a variety of factors including:

• Academic preparedness (GPA and GRE scores)
• Personal references
• A written narrative statement
• Demonstration of previous exposure to the field of genetic counseling
• Experience with patient care, supportive counseling and advocacy
• Interview process

Our Culture: Create a culture and climate of equity and inclusion where diversity is nurtured, valued and celebrated.

Our People: Recruit, develop, and retain a diverse workforce at all levels.

Our Learners: Recruit, develop, support, and engage diverse learners.

Emory University School of Medicine created the Office of Multicultural Medical Student Affairs in 1986 to increase minority representation in medicine and biomedical research. In 2019, the office changed its name to the Office of Multicultural Affairs to be more inclusive of all School of Medicine learners. The Office of Multicultural Affairs is an integral part of the School of Medicine's educational mission and diversity and inclusion strategic vision.  

The Office provides programs to support the development and matriculation of diverse learners, including medical students, health professions students, Graduate Medical Education trainees (residents and fellows), and K-12 students interested in health professions. To learn more about the Office of Multicultural Affairs, please visit: OMA. 

For further inquiries, please contact:

Vanessa Fleitas, PhD
Assistant Director, Office of Multicultural Affairs

The University is committed to maintaining an environment that is free of unlawful harassment and discrimination. Pursuant to the University’s commitment to a fair and open campus environment and in accordance with federal law, Emory cannot and will not tolerate discrimination against or harassment of any individual or group based upon race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, genetic information, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran’s status, or any factor that is a prohibited consideration under applicable law. Emory University welcomes and promotes an open and genuinely diverse environment.