Internal Medicine Frequently Asked Questions
How do I submit an application to your program?
Residency program applications will be accepted and reviewed only via ERAS (Electronic Residency Application Service). The ERAS website can be accessed at www.aamc.org/eras.
Who is able to apply?
A candidate must be within five years of graduation from medical school at the time of matriculation into the residency program. A passing score on USMLE/COMLEX Step 1 is required for the application and a passing score on both parts (CK and CS) on USMLE/COMLEX Step 2 is required prior to the end of the interview season.
Do you accept foreign and international medical graduates?
Yes.
Does an applicant need to be certified by ECFMG to apply?
Yes, international medical graduates must be ECFMG certified.
Do you sponsor Visas?
Yes, the program will sponsor J-1 visa.
Is your residency program accredited?
Yes, our Internal Medicine residency program is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME).
Is there a deadline to apply?
Applications will continue to be accepted until December 1st, however candidates are encouraged to complete their applications in September.
What are your score requirements on licensing examinations?
While we do not have a specific score requirement we do expect an applicant to have passed each licensing examination on the first attempt. Examination scores are considered together with many other aspects of an individual’s application.
How many letters of recommendation will I need to apply? Is there a maximum number of letters you will accept?
A minimum of three letters of recommendation from supervising faculty who know you well and can comment in depth on your clinical work, achievement, leadership, personal qualities, and project contributions is recommended. Four letters can be accepted.
Is it required of applicants to have clinical experience in the United States?
U.S. clinical experience is not required. All clinical experiences are evaluated for their quality.
Do you require a letter of recommendation from the Dean of my medical school?
A Medical Student Performance Evaluation (MSPE), formerly known as the Dean’s Letter, is required and should be provided by your medical school.
How does your program utilize ERAS signaling?
Due to the large volume of applications and our desire to holistically evaluate candidates who want to join our program, we do preferentially review those applicants who signal our program first.
When do you interview applicants?
Interviews are held from the end of October through January.
How will I be notified if I am offered an interview?
Candidates who are selected for an interview will be notified by e-mail by the Internal Medicine Residency Coordinator.
Do you offer observerships or externships?
The Department of Medicine does not currently sponsor observerships.