Egg Donor Requirements
Are You Eligible?
Becoming an egg donor is a meaningful decision. EggCelle's eligibility guidelines are designed to protect your health and well-being while ensuring the best possible outcomes for intended parents. Review our requirements below — and if you think you may be a good fit, our pre-screening questionnaire takes just a few minutes.
Eligibility Guidelines
Core Egg Donor Requirements
These are the fundamental eligibility criteria for the EggCelle Donor Program. Each requirement is aligned with American Society for Reproductive Medicine (ASRM) professional guidelines.
Age: 21–31 Years
First-time egg donor candidates should be between 21 and 31 years old. This age range is recommended by ASRM professional guidelines because it is associated with optimal egg quality and reproductive health. Candidates outside this range may be considered on a case-by-case basis.
Healthy BMI: 18.5–29.9
A Body Mass Index between 18.5 and 29.9 supports healthy hormone levels and egg quality. Maintaining a healthy BMI also reduces potential risks during the ovarian stimulation and retrieval process. You can check your BMI using any online BMI calculator.
Non-Smoker & Substance-Free
Egg donor candidates must be free from tobacco, nicotine products, recreational drugs, and excessive alcohol use for at least six months before applying. These substances can affect egg quality and overall health during the donation process.
Regular Menstrual Cycles
Consistent monthly menstrual cycles indicate a healthy reproductive system. Regular cycles help our clinical team predict your response to ovarian stimulation medications and plan the timing of your donation cycle.
Good Physical Health
Candidates should be in good general health without chronic conditions that could affect the donation process. A comprehensive medical screening at one of our partner clinics ensures your health and safety throughout the experience.
Emotional Well-Being
Donors should be emotionally prepared for the responsibilities and personal nature of egg donation. A psychological evaluation with a licensed professional is part of the screening process, designed to support — not screen out — candidates.
Quick Self-Check
Am I Eligible? A Quick Checklist
If you can check most of these boxes, you may be a great fit for the EggCelle Donor Program. Don't worry if you're unsure about a few — our team can help clarify during the pre-screening process.
What Happens After You Apply
Screening & Evaluation Process
Once you complete the pre-screening questionnaire, here's what the evaluation process looks like. Every step is designed to protect your health, and all costs are covered by the EggCelle program.
Comprehensive Medical Screening
A thorough physical examination, blood work, hormone panel testing, infectious disease screening, and transvaginal ultrasound at one of our partner fertility clinics. This ensures your body is healthy and ready for the donation process.
Genetic Screening
A genetic panel tests for common hereditary conditions. You'll also provide a comprehensive family medical history. This information helps our clinical partners make informed decisions and protects the health of future children.
Psychological Evaluation
A meeting with a licensed mental health professional ensures you feel informed, emotionally prepared, and comfortable with the egg donation process. This is a supportive conversation — not a test — and is designed to help you navigate the personal aspects of donation.
Legal Review & Informed Consent
Before proceeding, you'll review and sign legal agreements that clearly outline your rights, responsibilities, privacy protections, and compensation details. EggCelle ensures you understand every aspect of the process before moving forward.
Medication & Monitoring
Over 10 to 12 days, you'll take injectable medications to stimulate egg production, with regular monitoring visits at your partner clinic. Your clinical team will guide you through each step, and all medication costs are covered.
What You Receive
Compensation & Benefits
for EggCelle Egg Donors
EggCelle values your time, commitment, and generosity. Here's what qualified donors receive.
Up to $8,000/Cycle
Transparent compensation for each completed donation cycle. Repeat donors may earn up to $46,000 across multiple cycles. Payment details are shared clearly during the application process.
All Costs Covered
Every medical expense is fully covered — screening, monitoring, medications, and the retrieval procedure. You are never responsible for any medical bills related to your egg donation.
Personalized Support
Dedicated guidance from the EggCelle team from your first question through post-retrieval follow-up. We're here to answer questions, address concerns, and support your emotional well-being.
Privacy & Confidentiality
Strong privacy protections and anonymous donor options ensure your personal information is handled with care and discretion throughout the entire process.
Where You'll Visit
Our Partner Fertility Clinics
All screening, monitoring, and egg retrieval procedures take place at one of our trusted partner clinics. Each location features board-certified reproductive endocrinologists following ASRM professional guidelines.
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions About
Egg Donor Requirements
EggCelle egg donors should be between 21 and 31 years old for first-time applicants. This age range is recommended by the American Society for Reproductive Medicine (ASRM) because it is associated with optimal egg quality and reproductive health. Candidates outside this range may be considered on a case-by-case basis.
EggCelle egg donor candidates should have a Body Mass Index (BMI) between 18.5 and 29.9. A healthy BMI supports optimal hormone levels and egg quality, and reduces potential risks during the ovarian stimulation and retrieval process.
Yes. EggCelle requires all egg donor candidates to be non-smokers and substance-free for at least six months before applying. Tobacco, nicotine products, recreational drugs, and excessive alcohol use can affect egg quality and your eligibility.
EggCelle egg donors undergo comprehensive medical screening at one of our partner fertility clinics, including physical examination, blood work, hormone panel testing, genetic screening, infectious disease testing, and a transvaginal ultrasound. All screening costs are covered by the program.
Yes. All EggCelle egg donor candidates complete a psychological evaluation with a licensed mental health professional. This evaluation is designed to ensure you feel informed, emotionally prepared, and comfortable with the egg donation process. The evaluation is covered at no cost to you.
EggCelle egg donors can earn up to $8,000 per donation cycle. Compensation recognizes your time, commitment, and generosity. Donors who complete multiple cycles may earn up to $46,000 total. All medical costs related to the donation are fully covered.
Many forms of birth control are compatible with egg donation. If you use an IUD, hormonal implant, or oral contraceptives, our clinical team will discuss your specific situation during the screening process and advise on any adjustments that may be needed.
EggCelle partners with fertility clinics in Ohio (SpringCreek Fertility in Dayton, Columbus, and Cincinnati), North Carolina (RSC Fertility in Charlotte), and Michigan (RMA of Michigan in Troy). All clinic visits, screening, and procedures take place at these partner locations.
Ready to See
If You Qualify?
Our pre-screening questionnaire takes just a few minutes. No commitment, no pressure — just clear information and compassionate support to help you decide if egg donation is right for you.