Application Info

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We only accept applications via ERAS.

ERAS signals are a part of our holistic file review. We do not consider signals after selecting applicants for interviews.

Signaling our program does not guarantee an invitation; however, due to the volume of applications, we will not review an application if a signal is not received.

All interviews will be virtual.

We do not host second looks, either in person or virtually.

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REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

New PGY1 applications must be received by the ERAS Post Office no later than September 30.

The following items are required as part of your ERAS application:

  • PERSONAL STATEMENT

    Personal statement

  • MEDICAL SCHOOL TRANSCRIPT

    Official copy of your transcript
  • Dean's letter (MSPE)

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    "Official Departmental Letter" and at least two (2) letters of recommendation from members of the faculty of your medical school or of schools where you have taken electives. If no "official departmental letter" is available at your school, request at least three letters of recommendation. 

Optional Documents

 

  • COMLEX/USMLE Scores 
    You may choose to to have your licensing examinations transcript submitted to the ERAS Post Office.

VISAS

The UW Internal Medicine Residency Program accepts foreign national physicians who meet UW Eligibility and Selection requirements into its accredited residency program.

International medical graduates requiring visa sponsorship must obtain a J-1 visa sponsored by the Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG).

Generally, the UW does not provide H-1B sponsorship for residents or fellows in its clinical training programs unless the individual is otherwise ineligible for a J-1 visa. During the current match cycle, we will not consider foreign nationals who are graduates of U.S. medical schools due to the uncertainty of obtaining and OPT and subsequent H-1B visas.

Please refer to UW Medicine Graduate Medical Education Policies and Procedures for more details.

INTERVIEW PROCEDURES

Invitations to interview with our faculty will be offered to applicants who, in our opinion, have a reasonable chance of matching into one or more of our tracks.

We will not offer more invitations than we can accommodate. Since there is a limit to the number of applicants we can accommodate on any given day, we suggest you schedule your interview soon after receiving an invitation.

Interviews are assigned on the basis of track and special interests. Interviews are intended to learn more about your special interests, accomplishments, and future goals; and to answer your questions about our program. We will not attempt to assess your medical knowledge during the interview.

PGY2 and Above Applications

We have no available R2/R3 positions for the 2025-26 academic year and are not accepting applications for such. If senior resident positions are available for 2026-27, we will update this page and will accept applications via ERAS.

The following items will be required as part of your ERAS application:

  • PERSONAL STATEMENT

    Personal statement

  • MEDICAL SCHOOL TRANSCRIPT

    Official copy of your transcript
  • Dean's letter (MSPE)
  • A letter of recommendation from your current program director.
  • At least one letter of recommendation from a member of your current faculty who can attest to your clinical skills. 

  • USMLE TRANSCRIPTS

    COMLEX/USMLE Scores
    • COMLEX Level I/STEP 1
    • COMLEX Level 2/STEP 2 (clinical knowledge)
    • COMLEX Level 3/STEP 3, required prior to starting program