residency application process

The residency application process typically involves several steps. First, medical graduates must complete a centralized application, often through an online system. They submit their academic transcripts, letters of recommendation, a personal statement, and a curriculum vitae. After applying, candidates may be invited for interviews with residency programs. Following interviews, applicants submit their preferences for programs in a ranking system. Programs also rank their preferred candidates. Finally, a matching algorithm combines these preferences to pair applicants with residency positions, with results released on a designated match day. Successful candidates then begin their residency training in their chosen specialty.