How to Apply
The Combined Internal Medicine-Pediatrics Residency Program accepts applications through the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS) offered by the American Association of Medical Colleges. Due to a holistic review process, interviews commence in early October.
Holistic Review Process
In an effort to interview a richly diverse pool of applicants who will thrive and continue to enhance the quality of program experience, reliance on assessment tools that perpetuate structural racism, unearned privilege, and implicit bias is minimized. Applicants are closely considered who have a range of diverse experiences in addition to clinical and academic performance. Consideration is given to how individuals might contribute to the overall educational environment and the larger community. Faculty reviewers have completed implicit bias reduction training workshops and follow established guidelines to promote a holistic and inclusive interview process.
Letters of Recommendation
Applicants must submit at least three letters, one or more of which must be from a department chair. If only one chair's letter is submitted, it is strongly recommend that it be from a chair of Internal Medicine. If two chair letters are included, it is recommended that a total of four letters are submitted, so that two letters are from individuals who personally know the applicant. It is strongly recommended that letters be submitted from people who have had the opportunity to observe the applicant closely in a clinical setting. Med-Peds experience is not required, but letters should collectively speak to the applicant's clinical experience in both Internal Medicine and Pediatrics.
Approach to Standardized Test Scores
Reviewers typically consider standardized testing performance (USMLE, COMLEX-USA) during the application review process. They holistically review applications to identify experience and attributes beyond metrics such as standardized test scores, as they seek applicants who are well-rounded and bring diversity of background and perspective to medicine. Such scores are considered only one element of the application and, as such, there is no score cutoff for interview consideration. If the applicant is applying from a college of osteopathic medicine, USMLE scores are not required for application.
Post-Interview Communication Policy
Because integrity and transparency are highly valued, National Resident Matching Program (NRMP) guidelines regarding post-interview communication are strictly followed. While post-interview communications are not sent routinely, program leadership remains available for follow up on issues discussed during the interview, answer questions, or provide additional information if it would prove helpful to the applicant.
International Applicants
Because UT Southwestern and its affiliated hospitals participate in the National Resident Matching Program (NRMP), all requirements specified by the NRMP must be met before an application is accepted. International applicants should contact the NRMP office, if they have not already done so:
National Resident Matching Program
2450 N. Street, NW, Suite 201
Washington, DC 20037-1141
UT Southwestern is also a participant in the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS), so applications outside the ERAS will not be accepted.
UT Southwestern's departments of Internal Medicine and Pediatrics accept only permanent residents or J-1 ECFMG certified visas. We do not offer H1-B visas.
To be considered, international applicants must meet the following:
- Successful completion of the USMLE
- Standard certification from the Education Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG) by January 31 of the year they enter residency
- U.S. clinical experience is (not required but is preferred)
- Medical school graduation date of 2013 or later. Exceptions are evaluated on a case-by-case basis.
- Four letters of recommendation. Two of those letters should be from the applicant's medical school. However, if an applicant has U.S. clinical experience, those recommendations are also encouraged.
Visiting Rotations/Observerships
We do not currently offer formal combined Internal Medicine and Pediatrics rotations for visiting students or observers; however, experiences may be available through either the Internal Medicine or Pediatrics department. For further information on how to apply, please contact the departments directly.