Biomedical Graduate Education master’s, Ph.D. and certificate programs use Georgetown University’s online application. Each program has its own requirements.
Deadlines
Check your master’s program, Ph.D. program or graduate certificate program to see which deadlines apply to you.
Master’s and Certificates – Fall Entry
- October 15: Early Application deadline* – apply early to waive the application fee.
- May 15: Priority Application deadline* – recommended for scholarship consideration and for international applicants who will need to apply for a U.S. visa.
- July 1: Final deadline – you may still be considered for scholarships.
*Not all programs offer this deadline; visit your program’s Admissions page to confirm.
Master’s and Certificates – Spring Entry
- October 15: Early Application deadline* – apply early to waive the application fee.
- November 1: Final deadline – we encourage you to review our available scholarships and consider applying.
*Not all programs offer this deadline; visit your program’s Admissions page to confirm.
Ph.D. – Summer or Fall Entry
- December 1: Final deadline
General Requirements
Application requirements may vary by program. Visit the program‘s website for program-specific requirements.
- Online Application
- 4-year bachelor’s degree or equivalent
- Grade point average of 3.0 or higher
- Nonrefundable application fee (view information about the application fee and fee waiver requests)
- Academic statement of purpose
- Transcripts
- 3 letters of recommendation
- GRE/MCAT Score (if applicable)
- TOEFL/IELTS Score (if applicable)
Specific Program Requirements
Application requirements vary by program — particularly the number of letters of recommendation required and graduate exams accepted. Some programs may also require supplemental forms. Contact the program directly about the application process specific to the program.
Frequently Asked Questions
Visit our Prospective Students FAQ page for more information about the application process.
Deferral Request
Applicants may request a deferral of admission for up to one calendar year. Deferral requests are reviewed by the program to which you applied, and approval is not guaranteed. Make your request through the Biomedical Graduate Education Deferral Request Form.
Please note only one deferral of admission is allowed. If after a deferral you would like to be considered for another future term, you must submit a new application.
International Students
Visit our International Students page for guidance on TOEFL/IELTS scores, student visas and more.
Military and Veterans
Servicemembers and veterans can find further support via Georgetown’s Military and Veterans’ Resource Center and by contacting veteranservices@georgetown.edu.
You may also wish to view scholarships and funding information for military and veterans.
Undocumented Students
Georgetown University’s Undocumented Student Resources website provides information and guidance on financial and legal aid, career education, campus and community organizations, and other supports.
Descendant Community
Georgetown University engages with Descendants – people whose ancestors were enslaved on Maryland Jesuit plantations in the 18th and 19th centuries. We encourage you to view the admissions information for Descendants, as well as the university’s reflection on slavery, memory, and reconciliation.