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Take the first steps to join a vibrant community of thinkers, makers, and leaders who are transforming medicine through engineering. The Wallace H. Coulter Department of Biomedical Engineering is a nationally recognized partnership between two leading institutions—Georgia Tech and Emory University—and it seeks individuals who are driven to solve real-world health challenges. Whether you're an aspiring undergraduate, a future master's student, or a Ph.D. candidate ready to dive into groundbreaking research, you'll find a collaborative, interdisciplinary environment that empowers you to transform healthcare.
Ready to make an impact? Start your journey today.
Earn a B.S. in Biomedical Engineering from Georgia Tech with a curriculum that blends engineering, biology, and hands-on experience.

- High school transcripts
- Test scores: All first-year applicants must submit results from at least one SAT and/or the ACT in order to be considered for admission; requirements differ for transfer, international, and home-schooled students
- Recommendations (optional for transfer students)
Steps to Apply
Deadlines
Application | Date |
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Early Action 1 (GA residents) | October 15 |
Early Action 2 (Non-residents) | November 3 |
Regular Decision | January 5 |
Choose from multiple master’s tracks at Georgia Tech and Emory, including biomedical innovation, advanced therapeutics, and robotics.

- Resume/CV
- Statement of purpose
- Transcripts
- GRE (if required)
- Letters of recommendation
Steps to Apply
MSBID - Advanced Therapeutics Admissions
Application and admission materials for the Master of Science in Biomedical Innovation and Development – Advanced Therapeutics (MSBID-AT) will be submitted through Emory University's graduate admission system. Applications open on Sept. 1.
Priority Deadline: Dec. 15, 2025
Standard Deadline: Jan. 15, 2026
Rolling review and admission beyond Jan. 15 if there is capacity.
GPA
Minimum GPA of 3.2 on 4.0 scale
Statement of Purpose
The statement should include:
- A brief intellectual autobiography describing the formation of your academic goals.
- A description of your specific goals related to obtaining a Master of Science in Biomedical Innovation and Development – Advanced Therapeutics: What do you hope to achieve with this degree? Personal fulfillment? Industry goals? Commercialization interests? Leadership roles? etc.
- An explanation of how your experience, academic training or industry experience, has prepared you to pursue graduate work in advanced therapeutics.
- Evidence of leadership endeavors that you have been involved in.
- A description of advanced therapeutics research or industry and the extent to which you were independently involved in the projects you mention.
Formatting Specifications
- Margins: 1 inch on all sides.
- Font: 11 pt. size, using common fonts like Times New Roman, Arial, or Calibri.
- Spacing: Single-spaced.
- Page Count: No more than 3 pages.
Three (3) Letters of Recommendation
Test Scores
International Students – Emory accepts the TOEFL and IELTS Exams for English Proficiency Testing. The minimum scores accepted for the MSBID-AT program are:
- TOEFL – 100, with minimum section scores of 19 or higher on each skill area
- IELTS – Overall score of 7, with minimum section score for reading 6.5, listening 6.5, speaking 6.5, and writing 5.5
- GRE or other testing scores are not required or considered
For more information about the program or admissions, contact the MSBID team.
Deadlines
Georgia Tech | Term | Date |
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Biomedical Engineering | Spring 2026 | August 15 |
Fall 2026 | February 1 | |
Spring 2027 | August 15 | |
Biomedical Innovation | Fall 2026 | January 15 |
Robotics | Fall 2026 | December 1 |
Emory | Term | Date |
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Advanced Therapeutics | Fall 2026 | December 15 (priority) |
January 15 (standard) |
Join any of our joint Ph.D. programs between Georgia Tech and Emory University focused on interdisciplinary research and innovation in biomedical engineering.

- CV
- Statement of purpose
- Transcripts
Steps to Apply
Deadlines
Georgia Tech | Term | Date |
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Joint GT-Emory Biomedical Engineering | Fall 2026 | December 1 |
Bioengineering | Fall 2026 | December 1 |
Bioinformatics | Fall 2026 | December 1 |
Computational Science & Engineering | Fall 2026 | December 1 |
Machine Learning | Fall 2026 | December 1 |
Neuroscience & Neurotechnology | Fall 2026 | December 1 |
Robotics | Fall 2026 | December 1 |
Emory | Term | Date |
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M.D./Ph.D. | Fall 2026 | December 1* |
*other deadlines for application information vary; please check program page
Top applicants to the joint Georgia Tech–Emory Biomedical Engineering Ph.D. program may be invited to Atlanta, Georgia to attend the Coulter BME Ph.D. Recruitment Event, held each spring. This exclusive event offers selected candidates the opportunity to:
- Meet faculty and current Ph.D. students
- Tour research labs and facilities
- Learn about funding, research areas, and student life
- Experience the collaborative culture across both campuses
Participation is by invitation only, based on a competitive review by the admissions committee following submission of your application.
Both Georgia Tech and Emory University offer competitive tuition rates, generous financial aid packages, and funding opportunities for students. Whether you're applying as an undergraduate or pursuing an advanced degree, explore your options to make your education affordable.