The fall 2016 SOPHAS application is open!
The priority application deadline for merit scholarship consideration was January 5, 2016 for all departments except EMPH. The EMPH priority deadline is March 15th. Applications to all programs are accepted on an ongoing, space-available basis after the priority deadlines. Please check the department's website below for updates on their admissions status.
Explore our six academic programs and identify your top choice.On your application, you have the opportunity to select one degree program. After we load your application, you will have the opportunity to select and rank two additional degree programs by your interest level. So, if you don't get accepted into your top choice, your application will still be considered by your second choice.
Hint: Be sure to check degree/program requirements for all three academic areas.
Gather application materials.College transcripts: They should be sent directly to SOPHAS from each of the institutions you have attended. International transcripts require a WES evaluation.
Three evaluations: We suggest you get them from your professor or advisor and/or from a recent work or professional reference.
A resume and be prepared to fill out a section on the application highlighting your skills, work history, and volunteer experience.
GRE test scores: They should be no more than 5 years old. (Check your specific degree program to see if you can use MCAT, GMAT, or LSAT scores instead). Here are all RSPH Entrance Exam Score Reporting Codes.
When obtaining your scores from the Educational Testing Service, take note that:
Personal statement: Tailor your personal statement to the specific program to which you are applying. In 1,500 words or less, show us your personality, experience, career goals, and your reasons for choosing Rollins.
Head's up: If you don’t get accepted into to your first choice, we may contact you and request a personal statement customized to your second choice.
Submit your application.Once your application is marked "complete" in SOPHAS (meaning nothing is missing from your application), it typically takes two weeks for your application to be verified by SOPHAS, after which time they will release your application to our office. SOPHAS will release your application to us without your test scores but we will not review your application until we have received your official test scores.
Rollins will then review your file for completeness and forward it to your department for review.
Only complete applications are sent for review. Be sure to have your test scores and WES evaluations submitted in a timely manner!
We receive your application.When we receive your application, we will send you an e-mail providing you with next steps and login info for our Online Pathway to University Students (OPUS) portal. Keep checking in for updates on your application status.
Don’t forget to fill out the FAFSA form to be considered for need-based aid awards!
NotificationsAdmissions decisions are posted in OPUS as they are received from the department. Decisions are generally made within 4-6 weeks of sending the application out to the department for review. Financial aid awards are usually posted in OPUS in mid-March. Stay tuned for further communication from us. Make sure we have the correct mail address for you, and please add sphadmissions@emory.edu to your address book (so none of our e-mails end up in your junk mail by mistake).
Rollins’ student body hails from around the globe. If you reside in a country outside of the United States, and want to apply to Rollins, please explore the following requirements first.
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Department |
Degree |
Academic/Coursework Req |
GPA |
GRE Scores |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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BIOS |
MPH & MSPH |
Successful completion of multivariate calculus (Calculus III) and a course in linear algebra with a grade of B+ or better. |
3.5 or higher |
50th percentile or higher for all fields. Your GRE scores are waived if you have a PhD in a comparable field. |
|
EH |
MPH & MSPH |
- At least one semester of college-level biology and chemistry required. The EH department also offers an MPH in Global Environmental Health (GEH). |
Your GRE scores are waived if you have a PhD from a U.S. institution. | |
|
EPI/GLEPI |
MSPH |
Calculus and one college science (biology preferred). For GLEPI MSPH, calculus is required. |
Minimum of 3.5 preferred |
Your GRE scores are waived if you have a doctoral degree from a U.S. institution. |
|
MPH |
One college math and one college science class (biology and calculus preferred). |
Minimum of 3.0 preferred |
Your GRE scores are waived if you have a doctoral degree from a U.S. institution.
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