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EMSAP is three programs in one, covering the medical, dental, and optometry schools. Note: Students can only apply to one program.

Application Information by School

NOTE: Students must first apply and be admitted to UAB before applying for any of these above programs. Applicants must be US Citizens or US Permanent Residents.

Final decisions will be made regarding the applications in Mid-March.

Application available on September 15, 2025.

Program ContactApplication Launch DateClose DateInterview DateRequirementsVirtual Meeting OptionState Residency Requirement
EMSAP (Medical)
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9/15/25 11/15/25 2/12/26 Admitted to UAB; 3.5+GPA; 30+ ACT N/A Student must be resident of Alabama, Tennessee, Georgia, Mississippi, and Florida; Preference is given to Alabama residents and those with strong ties to Alabama
EDSAP (Dental)
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9/15/25 11/15/25 February Admitted to UAB; 3.5+GPA; 30+ ACT Virtual Meeting Link All US States and Territories; Preference is given to Alabama residents and those with strong ties to Alabama
EOSAP (Optometry)
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9/15/25 11/15/25 February Admitted to UAB; 3.5+GPA; 30+ ACT N/A Student must be resident of Alabama, Tennessee, Georgia, Mississippi, and Florida; Preference is given to Alabama residents and those with strong ties to Alabama

2023 Applications to Each Program

ProgramAlabama ApplicationsOut-of-State ApplicationsAlabama AcceptedOut-of-State AcceptedMatriculated
EMSAP (Medical) 64 321 10 7 12*
EDSAP (Dental) 8 12 3 2** 4+
EOSAP (Optometry) 5 0 4 0 2

* 2 Georgia, 1 Florida, 1 Virginia

** North Carolina

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