Program Directors and Interview Selection Committees look for certain criteria during the application process. Similarly, when presented with a residency application, they will make note of any red flags. There are a variety of red flags for a residency candidate, but do not worry! When you are aware of what might be a residency red…
The MyERAS Application requires a lot of information in order to successfully match programs and applicants. The Experiences Section is often overlooked, however it is one of the most important parts of the application. This section focuses on personal perspective and experiences to give a well-rounded view of the applicant. Below, we will examine how to…
There are many components to creating a successful MyERAS Application, and during the 2021-2022 Match cycle the AAMC introduced a new one: the Supplemental ERAS Application. They designed this application “to help students share more about themselves and assist program directors in finding applicants that fit their programs’ setting and mission.” Below, we will explore…
Residency applicants often wonder about their medical school rotations. Should they include such clerkships in the MyERAS Application Experiences Section? In this article, we will discuss a few scenarios when it is appropriate to include medical school clerkships in MyERAS. But first, let’s start by saying that it is almost never necessary to list all…
With Match Week approaching quickly, applicants begin to contemplate the chances they may have to participate in the Post-Match SOAP. Understandably, the Post-Match is not anyone’s ideal way of Matching. However, those most prepared are most likely to succeed. Understanding the Post-Match SOAP process is one piece of the puzzle. The other half is correctly…
Crafting a strong Letter of Intent for residency can help you get your strongest Match. The purpose of a Letter of Intent is to reinforce the notion for programs that you are truly interested. Moreover, you intend on ranking them highly. As such, they should feel more comfortable and confident in ranking you highly as…
Sending Residency Interview Thank You Letters is common practice for medical residency applicants. Sending them to the right people at the right time is very important. Moreover, sending them with ideal content is essential as well. We are going to address some of the most common questions regarding Residency Interview Thank You Letters below. …
After applying to medical residency programs, sending follow-up Letters of Interest can be a great way to get your application and general candidacy noticed. They should be highly targeted, tailored, and specific for each program they are sent. What is the Goal of Residency Letters of Interest? Generally speaking, the goal of Letters of Interest…
If you are trying to stand out in a crowd of hundreds, even thousands, how would you do it? How would someone such as a residency program director know to pay special attention to you? The truth is, there is one place to do it. You guessed it! This beacon of light comes from the…