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 three years of graduation from an accredited medical school, with no gaps in clinical practice, and U.S. clinical experience within the last six months. 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.
Facility and Equipment
Yes, international medical graduates must be ECFMG certified.
Do you sponsor Visas?
Yes, the program will only sponsor J-1 visas.
Is your residency program accredited?
Yes. Our Adult Neurology Residency program at HUMC is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME).
Is there a deadline to apply?
Applications will be accepted until October 15. However candidates are encouraged to complete their applications by sooner. Interviews will be held between November and February.
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
Yes. U.S. clinical experience within the last six months is 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 November through February.
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 Adult Neurology Residency Program Coordinator.
Do you offer observerships or externships
The Department of Neurology does not currently sponsor observerships.