All application materials must be submitted directly through the online application system. We do not accept paper application materials. Official transcripts should not be sent to the Guarini School office during the application process.
Application Fee
GRE
English Language Proficiency
Non-U.S. citizens are required to submit language proficiency test scores, unless one of the following applies:
- They have earned, or are currently earning, an undergraduate (bachelor's degree or equivalent) or higher degree from a U.S. institution.
- They have earned, or are currently earning, a bachelor's degree (or equivalent) or higher degree from a non-U.S. institution where English was the sole primary language of instruction.
We accept TOEFL, IELTS, and Duolingo. The ETS code for the Guarini School is 3351.
Personal Statements
- The Guarini School values intellectual curiosity and passion for discovery. Please write a brief essay describing your motivation and preparation for pursuing a graduate degree at Dartmouth, what research interests or advanced topics excite you the most, and how a graduate degree will further your career goals. Be sure to describe any relevant research experience(s) and/or academic preparation that might not be detailed elsewhere in your application. (1000 words max)
Recommendation Letters
- 3 required, up to 4 accepted
Resume/ CV
Transcripts
- Your most recent unofficial transcripts should be uploaded as part of your application. Official transcripts are not needed during the application process.
Program Supplement
Please choose up to two research areas you are most interested in working:
- Aging
- Cancer Epidemiology
- Comparative Effectiveness
- Health and Technology
- Health Communications & Decision Making
- Health Systems & Variations in Health Care
- Mental Health
- Patient Preferences
- Population Health
- Prevention
- Shared Decision Making
Writing Sample