Application

Apply today for the Class of 2027!

Applications for the Class of 2027 are now OPEN!

CLICK HERE TO APPLY

 

  1. Create your application profile online

  2. Submit responses to application questions

  3. Upload your resume and two letters of recommendation

  4. Pay the $40 application fee

  5. Carefully review the program schedule, tuition, and expectations below!!!

 

Submit Application

To be considered for the Class of 2027, applicants must submit a complete application through the online portal by Thursday, October 15th at 5:00 PM. No late applications will be accepted.

The application process includes the following steps:

  • Create an account profile on the application platform
  • Complete the applicant profile and application questions 
  • Pay a $40 fee
  • Upload two letters of recommendation.
  • Acknowledge (in the application form) that you have read and agree to the following policies:

 Interview Round

After the application review, selected applicants will be invited to a virtual panel interview. Applicants must interview on Saturday, November 14th (please save these dates in advance) in order to be considered for the Class of 2027.

Please note: to ensure a fair and objective review process, it is the policy of Emerge Maryland not to comment on the deliberations of its selection decisions, and all interview content is confidential.

Application Timeline

Thursday, July 30th, 2026
Application opens for the Class of 2027

July 30th – October 15th, 2026
Emerge Maryland Class of 2027 Recruitment Period:

October 15th – 5:00 PM 
Deadline to apply to the Class of 2027
No late applications will be accepted.

Applications must be 100% complete, including submission of a resume and two references who will provide letters of recommendation on your behalf, to be considered.
There is a 5-day grace period after the deadline for the letters of recommendation from your references to be received.

Monday, November 2, 2026
Notification to all applicants regarding the Interview Round

Saturday, November 14th, 2026
Interview Round

We recommend you hold the date for the Interview Round, as applicants must interview to be considered for acceptance into the program — no exceptions.

Interviews will be held in-person in Howard County, MD. Interviews will be approximately 30-45

Monday November 16, 2026
Notification to all applicants regarding acceptance

Emerge Maryland Class of 2027 Orientation

Saturday, January 8th @ 9:00 – 1:00 PM

Attending an orientation is mandatory for all program members accepted into the Class of 2027.