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Eligibility Requirements

  • Minimum rising sophomore with pre-med courses
  • 3.0 overall, 3.0 math/science
  • Legal GA resident & US citizen
  • Submit the online application, official transcript, & essay
  • Have reliable transportation
  • No other time commitments during May/June

*Please note:  A copy of the student’s official transcript is required to complete the PTMS application.  Official transcripts are only accepted directly from the college or university and must arrive for validation to SOWEGA-AHEC by the deadline date and time.  The student is responsible for initiating and confirming the delivery.  Be advised that this process can take up to 3 weeks for some schools.

Historical Successes 2004–2025

• 188 – Accepted to the program  • 138 – Completed medical school application process • 126 – Accepted to medical school • 92 % - Accepted to medical school after the program

2026 Application Opens on November 1  |  Deadline for Completion: February 1 by 11:59 PM

Application Information

The application is available online from the first week in November until the beginning of February each calendar year. Selected candidates will be notified within the first week of March. A total of 10 students are selected for participation.

Students who feel they meet the eligibility requirements outlined and are interested in what this program has to offer are invited to complete an online application and have an Official Transcript sent to info@sowega-ahec.org or mailed to SOWEGA-AHEC | 1512 W 3rd Avenue | Albany, GA 31707 | Attn: Special Projects Coordinator.

The Pathway to Med School Program has existed in Georgia since 2004. Since then, 688 students have applied and 137 have been accepted into the program and have successfully completed the entire program. Of those, 92% have successfully applied to and have been accepted into medical school. This program yields results that are helping our community. You are invited to be a part of this dynamic adventure in delivering healthcare to people who really need your skills.

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