Child Neurology Residency Application Information

The following is information regarding applications for the child neurology residency program.

Application procedures 

• Foreign trained applicants: Foreign trained applicants must hold or convert to a J1 visa.
• Application submission: Applications and supporting documents should be submitted through ERAS
• Match: We participate in the National Resident Matching Program (NRMP). Applicant's register with the NRMP. We accept two (2) residents per academic year.

Application components

• Personal statement
• Letters of recommendation (LOR): Three LORs are required; a maximum of four will be accepted. Each referee must complete the ERAS pediatric neurology resident evaluation form. LORs are to be submitted via the ERAs Letter Recommendation Portal.
• Medical school transcript
• Medical school dean's letter
• Copies of USMLE or COMPLEX scores
• Education Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG) certificate (if applicable)
• Copy of immigration visa (if applicable)

Application timeline and important dates

• Early July: Applications open in ERAS
• September: UMMC deadline for application completion
• October-January: UMMC interview period
• Important NRMP match dates 
  • Jan. 15: Rankings open
  • Feb. 20: Rank order list certification deadline
  • March 11: Match Week begins
  • March 15: Match Day