Neurology Residency - How to Apply

How to Apply for Residency Positions

Application Criteria:

All candidates must apply through ERAS.

  • No pre-match positions will be offered
  • Preliminary year of training is provided.
  • Applicants can be no more than 5 years post MD graduation.
  • USMLE 1 and COMPLEX-USA Level 1 with Pass on the first try.  USMLE 2 score must be at least 215 on the exam on the first attempt or COMLEX-USA 2 CE ≥ 500.
  • We sponsor J1 Visa, no H1B.
  • We offer 4 spots each year.

We begin accepting applications in September each year.

  • Applications are reviewed on a first-come, first serve basis.
  • Once the interview schedule is filled, we stop reviewing.
  • Interviews are conducted in November and December.

Required documents:

  • Complete ERAS Application or alternate application if another application service is used by the specialty
  • Medical school transcripts
  • Dean’s letter (MSPE)
  • Minimum 3 letters of recommendation
  •  USMLE or COMLEX transcripts
  • Ability to meet the Illinois Medical Licensure Requirements

Incomplete applications and those not meeting program requirements will not be reviewed.


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