Frequently Asked Questions
Washington University School of Medicine
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Adult Neurology Applicant FAQ's for Applicants applying for residency
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Q. Does your program accept International Medical Graduates? If so, how many are currently in the program?
A. Yes. Currently 4 of our 36 residents for the 2012-2013 academic year are IMG’s.
Q. What are the minimum requirements for IMG's applying to the program?
A. We require that you have graduated from medical school within the last 10 years, passed the USMLE step 1 and 2 and be ECFMG certified. We require the results of your CSA and 3 supporting letters of recommendations as well as all items requested in the application from ERAS. Applicants who have “hands-on” clinical experience in the US healthcare system are much more likely to be offered an interview. Please refer to the following website for more information: www.aamc.org/eras.
Q. What visa does your hospital sponsor?
A. We sponsor the J-1 visa only.
Q. Is the Washington University Neurology program an integrated 4-year program (categorical program)?
A. Yes ~ if you match with our institution you will do your PGY1 year with us.
Q. Are there further opportunities for fellowship and research at this institution?
A. Yes! In fact, 8 out of 9 graduates of our 2012 class accepted fellowships within the University.
Q. How do I apply for residency and what is the application deadline?
A. We only accept applications through ERAS. Please review their website for further application information. ERAS’ website is: www.aamc.org. We will not accept any application information directly. You must apply through ERAS. We will begin accepting applications September 15, 2012. The deadline for applications is October 31, 2012.
Q. When do interviews generally take place?
A. Interviews begin in late October or early November and go through January. We interview Neurology applicants on Tuesdays. You will meet with the Internal Medicine group on Monday to learn about their program and then interview with Neurology on Tuesday.
Q. What can I expect during a typical interview day?
A. After the Internal Medicine on Monday, you will be invited to join the Neurology residents and faculty at a welcome reception and then have dinner with the residents. Please feel free to ask questions about the program. On Tuesday you will interview with Neurology. An overview of the program will begin at 7:00am and the interviewing process will begin at 8:00am. You will also tour other parts of the campus. You are then invited to lunch with residents and faculty within the department. Your interview day should end around 1:30 – 2:00pm.
Q. What are the USMLE Score Requirements?
A. We look at the ENTIRE application ~ just not the USMLE scores. However, we prefer to see the scores in the 90’s on the first attempt. This is not to imply that if your scores are in the 80’s that you will not be considered. We review the entire application. We are unlikely to offer interviews to those who have failed one or more steps of the USMLE on their first attempt.
Q. What is the cut-off year for graduation?
A. 10 years
Q. When does an IMG need to have their ECFMG certificate?
A. At the time you begin residency. You will need it in order to obtain a Missouri Medical License.
Q. How many letters of recommendations do you require?
A. 3
Q. How many positions do we have?
A. 9
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