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Applying for Residency
The Match: General Information
Obtaining Residency
Information/Applications
The Application: General Information
The Curriculum Vitae
The Dean's Letter
Letters of Recommendation
The Personal Statement
Interviewing
Rank List
The Application: General
Information
What are the components of an application?
The
components of an application include the following:
- Residency program application
- Transcript
- Curriculum vitae (CV)
- Personal statement
- Dean's letter
- Letters of recommendation
When should I submit my application to the residency
programs?
Each residency program has their own application deadline. While
you should be aware of the deadline, we recommend turning in your application
earlier rather than later.
What happens to my application once it is sent to the
residency program?
Once the residency program receives your application, it
will be screened by members of the residency selection committee. Although the
screening process varies from one residency program to another, it usually
consists of the committee members looking over certain aspects of your
application. Most often, they will look at your program application, letters of
recommendation, Dean's letter, and transcript. Based on their review of your
application, you will be classified into one of the following three groups:
- Definitely meets criteria for an interview
- Does not meet criteria for an interview
- Falls into gray zone
Who sits on the residency selection committee?
The
residency selection committee typically consists of the following individuals:
- Residency program director
- Department chairman
- Faculty members
- + House officers
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