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Medical Student Year 4: Getting into Residency

As a fourth-year medical student at the Morsani College of Medicine you will:

  • Take USMLE Step 2
  • Research residency training programs through the AMA's FREIDA Online 
  • Begin reviewing and comparing residency programs (TEXAS Star, Residency Explorer)
  • Register with ERAS and begin preparing residency applications (i.e., CV, letters of recommendation, personal statements)
  • Register with the NRMP for the Main Residency Match
  • Register for early Match programs, if applicable
  • Complete applications and designate programs to which your materials will be submitted
  • Participate in Deans and MSPE meetings
  • Interview with residency programs
  • Be advised on Early Match deadlines
  • Rank your selections for the NRMP Main Residency Match
  • Participate in Match Day (the third Friday in March)