Medschool, Academics, EMDP2, Application Process

APPLICATION PROCESS

The application period is May through August of each year for the class starting the following July.  EMDP2 candidates submit application packets to USU with clearance documents from their respective military service (Army, Marines, Navy, and Air Force).  After screening application packets, the best-qualified candidates are scheduled for interviews and pre-commissioning medical examinations. 

ELIGIBILITY

Please review the EMDP2 application requirements.  EMDP2 is built for enlisted service members with the understanding they may have complex educational and career journeys.  Our program follows most medical school application requirements with some adjustments since EMDP2 graduates will have completed standard medical school prerequisites. 

• Enlisted on active duty (officers are not eligible)
  • The Air Force allows qualified reservists to apply
• Any Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) / Rate / AFSC is encouraged to apply
  • We seek applicants from all career backgrounds
• Between 3 and 10 years of service
  • Time-in-service waivers are considered for those with 10+ years of service
  • Time-in-service waivers are not considered for those with less than 3 years of service
• Less than 34 years old
  • Age waivers may be considered for those older than 34
• Baccalaureate degree from an accredited U.S. academic institution
  • No restrictions on major or academic discipline
• Minimum cumulative GPA 3.2 on a 4.0 scale
  • GPA waivers are considered in the context of the entire academic record and standardized test scores.
• 1 year (6 semester hours) college English or Writing-intensive Humanities, Languages, Social Sciences, or Psychology
• 1 semester (3 semester hours) college Algebra, Higher-level Math, or Statistics
  • May be met by CLEP/DANTes/DSST
• SAT or ACT exam scores
  • Scores must be at or above the 80th percentile
  • Scores must be current within 5 years
• Meet Service requirements for commission (U.S. citizen, moral character, medical, etc.)

APPLICATION PROCEDURES

The Fiscal Year 2027 (FY-27) EMDP2 application cycle is now open!  Applicants accepted into the FY-27 cycle will matriculate and start EMDP2 in June 2027.

Please review the following application resources carefully. You will submit your application and supporting documents to USU via our FY-27 EMDP2 Applicant Info/Document Submission Portal.
All applications and documents are must be submitted by 2359 Eastern on 31 August 2026 without exception (NOTE this is earlier than previous cycles).

• USU EMDP2 Application Announcement (FY-27) PDF
• Follow the EMDP2 Application Guide (FY-27) PDF
• EMDP2 Application Checklist (FY-27) PDF
• Review the Application Announcement for your military service
  • Air Force
  • Army
  • Navy
  • Marines
• Obtain Service clearance to apply to EMDP2
• Complete the  EMDP2 Application Form (FY-27) PDF
• Complete the EMDP2 Application - Coursework Addendum (FY-27) PDF (if needed)
• Complete  AMCAS GPA Calculator (EMDP2) (DOWNLOAD AS EXCEL FILE)
• Request official transcripts and Joint Service Transcripts (JSTs) for your application as soon as possible to prevent delays.

APPLICATION Resources

We have prepared resources to assist applicants in better understanding how to format their applications.  Please review these materials before building your application.  We hope you find them helpful.

EmDP2 Information Briefing Video

EMDP2 Application: Experiences Section Video

EMDP2 Application: Personal Statement Video

EMDP2 Application: Letters of Recommendation Video