Application Process

• Application Form 
• Resume or Curriculum Vitae
• Photograph (head and shoulders)
• Narrative Statement (Be sure to include page numbers and your name on every page)
• $75.00 non-refundable application Fee (payment via credit card only, link in the online application)
• Official transcripts (request electronically [preferred] or mail directly to program address)
• Four letters of Recommendation
  • Requirements
    • 2 academic (at least 1 from the hard sciences)
    • 1 employer/work-study supervisor
    • 1 supervisor/mentor of genetic/supportive counseling or volunteer experience
    • Completed & signed recommendation forms/letters must be uploaded into the online application system from the recommender directly to the training program.
      • Printable form for mailing
• Confirmation that the applicant has registered for the Genetic Counseling Admissions Match through National Matching Services (NMS).  

The Emory Genetic Counseling Training Program participates in the Genetic Counseling Admissions Match through National Matching Services (NMS). The GC Admissions Match has been established to place applicants into positions in masters-level genetic counseling programs that are accredited by the Accreditation Council for Genetic Counseling (ACGC). The Match uses a process that takes into account both applicants’ and programs’ preferences.  

All applicants must first register for the Match with NMS before applying to participating genetic counseling graduate programs. 

How Does the Match Work?

At the conclusion of all program interviews, both applicants and programs will submit ranked lists of preferred placements to NMS according to deadlines posted on the NMS website. The binding results of the Match will be released to both applicants and programs simultaneously in late April.

Please visit the NMS website to register for the match, review detailed information about the matching process, and to view a demonstration of how the matching algorithm works.

To begin your online application, you must first create an account (below) and provide a valid email address. Once you create your account, you will be sent an email with your Application ID and Password which will allow you to log in and continue the application process.

We recommend that you disable any pop-up blockers running on your computer when accessing the web application. Pop-up blockers may prevent you from creating a web account and/or from logging back in once your account has been created. Be sure to carefully read all the information in a pop-up box.

As you complete the application, you may notice the application "refreshing" as you enter information. This is normal as the data you enter is being verified based on the tables within our application system. By this design, we are able to process application data with greater speed and accuracy.

For your guidance, application instructions are noted at the top of each page within the application. Please read through them carefully before you begin each section. (NOTE: You must have Adobe Acrobat Reader to view some documents and other associated links. 

If you do not receive the email with your Application ID and Password or have any other questions or concerns about the online process please contact our Program Office or call 404-727-2931.

• Create Account (this only needs to be done once)
• Log In (only available after successful account creation)
• Forgot your Username or Password (only available after successful account creation