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 an 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 we believe to 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 2026-276 academic year and are not accepting applications for such. If senior resident positions are available for 2027-28, 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

The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.

IMG Applicant Criteria

The University of Washington Internal Medicine Residency Program will accept applications from International Medical Graduates only if they meet all three (3) of the following criteria:

1. The applicant must be either:

A permanent resident of one of these WWAMI states

  • Washington
  • Wyoming
  • Alaska
  • Montana
  • Idaho

OR

Sponsored by a faculty member of the University of Washington school of medicine who has a personal or professional relationship with the applicant.

The sponsoring faculty member must submit a letter or recommendation to ERAS that contains:

  • A description of the relationship with the applicant
  • Information about the applicant’s qualifications and clinical skills.

2. The applicant must have documentation of:

At least 8 weeks (2 months) of internal medicine clinical clerkships and/or sub-internships at an LCME-accredited U.S., Puerto Rican, or Canadian medical school.

This training must involve direct patient care responsibilities.

Observer status ("observerships") or consultation rotations do not meet this requirement.

A letter of recommendation from the supervising physician for this training must be included in your ERAS application. The letter must include the date, location, and type of clinical experience.

OR

Successful completion of at least three months of residency training in an ACGME-accredited program.

This training must involve direct patient care responsibilities. 

A letter of recommendation from the program director must accompany your ERAS application and must include the dates and description of the clinical experiences. 

3. The applicant must apply through the ECFMG ERAS program. Applications must be received by the ERAS post office no later than September 30.