Interview Criteria

We will interview applicants each year for our PGY-1 residency positions. While all interested are welcome to apply, the criteria below will be used to select qualified applicants for interviews.

• The program abides by all NRMP/ERAS criteria and deadlines.
• Applicants must participate in the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS) and the National Resident Matching Program (NRMP). Only electronic applications submitted through ERAS are considered.
• Preference will be given to applicants that have graduated within the past two years.
• Applications through any fax or email will not be considered.

• Our institution does not sponsor any visas.
• Graduate of a medical school outside the U.S: to be considered, the applicant must have a currently valid certificate from the Education Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG) and have graduated from a school recognized by all 50 states to begin residency training. The applicant must have a valid ECFMG certificate prior to submission of rank order list submitted in ERAS. To be able to hold a full and unrestricted license to practice medicine in the United States licensing jurisdiction in which the ACGME-accredited program is located. (III.A.1.b).(2) ACGME requirements)
• Applicants to the residency program must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
• If you have previous residency training, you must have a letter of recommendation from previous residency program director with specific information regarding performance in the six ACGME competency areas (Patient Care, Medical Knowledge, Professionalism, Interpersonal and Communication Skills, Practice-based Learning and Improvement, and Systems-based Practice).
• Applicants must prove competence in both spoken and written English language.

• Graduate (or anticipated graduation prior to July 1 of application year) of a medical school accredited by the Liaison Committee on Medical Education (LCME).
• Graduate (or anticipated graduation prior to July 1 of application year) of a medical school accredited by the American Osteopathic Association (AOA).
• Should have a clear, demonstrated interest in Family Medicine.
• Applicants must have taken either USMLE Steps I and II (Prefer passed on first attempt) or COMLEX L1 and L2 (Prefer passed on first attempt).
• Must have successfully passed Step 3 if out of medical school for longer than one year at the time they apply.
• Applications will be reviewed once the stated criteria are met. Candidates who meet the above criteria are not guaranteed an interview as time, space and economic capacities are limited.

• Curriculum Vitae
• Personal statement should describe your background, aspirations, vision, and commitment to Family Medicine and specific interest in our program.
• Medical Student Performance Evaluation (MSPE)/ Dean’s Letter
• Transcripts for medical school and USMLE / COMLEX examinations
• Copy of Medical School Diploma.
• Three recent letters of recommendation. The three current letters should comment on the applicant’s medical knowledge, clinical judgement, and character.
• ECFMG certificate (for International Medical Graduates).

• Applicants for all positions will be selected from among those deemed eligible on the basis of their preparedness, ability, and interest in completion of the program without regard to race, creed, gender, or sexual preference. This process will consist of review of information in the application document, dean’s letter, letters of recommendation, and personal interview. Aptitudes, academic credentials, personal characteristics, and ability to communicate will be strongly considered in the selection process. Applicants not expressing a strong interest in Family Medicine will not be considered for a PGY-1 position.