How to Apply
Candidates for residency are selected through the National Resident Matching Program.
We accept only electronically-submitted application packages through ERAS, at your medical school dean's office. Three letters of reference are required in addition to the Dean's letter. These letters should come from full-time faculty members in surgery; one must come from the Chairman of the Department. The deadline for applications is November 1. Only completed application packages are reviewed.
Candidates selected for interviews will have an opportunity to interact with full-time faculty and residents.
Fourth Year Sub-Internship
We welcome visiting fourth-year medical students who wish to gain further exposure to our training program. Please see our fourth year sub-internship page for guidelines to secure an away rotation at the University of Rochester Medical Center.
Application Requirements
- Dean’s letter (submitted by Medical Schools on Nov 1)
- USMLE transcript
- Medical school transcript
- Three letters of recommendation
- Personal statement
- Curriculum Vitae
- Photograph
- International Medical Students: We only sponsor J1 visas; ECFMG certificate and NY Medical Board status letter are required no later than December 1.
- We will NOT offer an interview unless you meet all these qualifications.
Position Availability
Each year, we alternate between matching one applicant and matching two applicants. We have two five-year position available for the 2025 Match.
Interview Dates
Interviews are held between November and January, with invitations sent out starting in October. The interview dates for the 2025 Match are November 19, December 4, and December 19. We will be conducting in-person interviews this year.
Applicants scheduled to interview are invited to attend a meet & greet dinner with current residents, which will occur the evening prior to their scheduled interview date. A block of hotel rooms will be reserved at the College Town Hilton Garden Inn for all three interview dates.
Important Dates
- Application Deadline: November 1
- Residents will begin their training on or about June 15.
Apply Now
Apply through the
Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS).
You must also register with the
National Residency Matching Program (NRMP).