Emory University Hospital
Atlanta, Georgia · Visiting Student (MD/DO)
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About this program
MD and DO Students Currently Attending School in the U.S. and Puerto Rico Fourth year MD and DO students attending AAMC Member Medical schools in the United States and Puerto Rico can apply through AAMC. A non-refundable $100 application fee, payable through VSLO, will be required. If accepted, students must pay an additional registration fee of $260 to Emory University.
MD Students Currently Attending International Medical Schools Students who currently attend an international medical school and are fourth year medical students can apply directly to Emory University School of Medicine using the link below. IF YOU ARE NOT A CURRENT UNITED STATES PASSPORT OR VISA HOLDER, PLEASE CHECK THE UNITED STATES VISA ENTRY REQUIREMENTS FOR YOUR COUNTRY BEFORE SUBMITTING YOUR APPLICATION. The TOEFL iBT is required - the minimum score is 20, with no less than 5 scored on each individual section (no exceptions). Please note that a non-refundable $525 application fee will be required. We accept applications from April 15, 2026 to May 15, 2026 from affiliated schools only. Students from non-affiliated schools can apply between May 16, 2026 and June 30, 2026 only. International students are placed in electives only during the months of October to February.
AAMC VSLO platform
Applications submitted through your home medical school's Dean's office.
Emory SOM Visiting Medical Students. INTL placed Oct-Feb. $500 non-refundable application fee + $3,500/4wk tuition for INTL (max 2 electives). Replaces med.emory.edu/ homepage. One-by-one packet #16.Verbatim from source page · audited 2026-05-25
Quick highlights
Strong points
- Verified direct sourceAudited URL — no platform middleman, no scraped data
- Multi-specialty (4+)Placement available across multiple clinical departments
Watch for
- VSLO platform requiredYour home medical school must participate in AAMC VSLO
- No visa sponsorshipINTL applicants must self-arrange B-1/B-2 visitor visa
- Substantial program feeUS students (LCME/COCA): $100 VSLO app fee + $260 registration if accepted. International medical students: $525 application fee + $4,500/4-week tuition (per current page evidence). Plus housing, transport, food, drug screen.
Fees, duration & what it costs
What's included
- 2-4 weeks of structured clinical experience
- Placement in your chosen specialty across 4 departments
- Direct supervision by attending faculty
- Rounds, case discussions, and bedside teaching participation
How to apply
- Confirm eligibility with your home Dean's office.Verify your school participates in VSLO and that you have completed any required core clerkships.
- Open the program's official Visiting Students page.Review the current elective catalog, available specialties, and any program-specific forms.
- Submit your application through the AAMC VSLO platform.Your home Dean's office handles the submission. Include the Dean's letter of permission and any required documentation.
- Wait for the program to assign your rotation.Lead time varies by demand. Programs review on a rolling or cohort schedule (see Lead time tile above).
- Complete pre-arrival onboarding.Health clearance, malpractice attestation, immunization documentation, and orientation are coordinated by the program before your start date.
Available specialties
Eligibility requirements
MD/MBBS, CV, health clearance, immunizations, personal statement | Visa: B1/B2
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