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The EIS will begin accepting applications in May of each year. Applications include submission of an online application and

 

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Letters of Recommendation

Four letters of recommendation are required.

  • Select persons who are familiar with your academic achievements, future aspirations, personal qualities, and professional attributes
  • Provide them with a copy of the Instructions for Letters of Recommendation PDF (2 pages; 5 KB)
  • One letter must be from a faculty member or supervisor
  • For U.S. physicians only: Provide a dean’s letter from your medical school as one of your four letters (e.g. dean's letter used when applying for residency)
  • Letters must be submitted in English
  • Letters must be specific to your EIS application and dated within 6 months of the application

Transcripts

You must provide official transcripts for all degrees you have earned or will earn by the beginning of the program.

  • If transcripts are not issued by a U.S. institution, other proof of degree completion (e.g., certified copy of a diploma) must be submitted. Transcripts and proof of degree completion must be translated into English
  • Transcripts and other proof of degree completion will not be returned to applicants. Do not submit original documents
  • High school transcripts are not required

U.S. Clinical License

U.S. citizens and U.S. permanent residents with a clinical degree (MD, DVM, RN, DMD, or equivalent) must submit proof of an active, unrestricted license to practice that clinical specialty in the U.S.

Deadlines

September 15: Deadline for submission of the online application (11:59 p.m. Eastern Time)

September 29:Deadline for EIS office to receive all supporting material

Contact Us:
  • Epidemic Intelligence Service
    Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
    1600 Clifton Rd.
    Mailstop E-92
    Atlanta, GA 30333
  • 404-498-6110
    TTY: (888) 232-6348
  • EIS@cdc.gov
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