Department of Pediatrics

HOW TO APPLY
All applications should be submitted through the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS). ERAS Website

Your ERAS Application should include:

• Curriculum Vitae
• Personal Statement
• Medical School Performance Evaluation (MSPE) - Previously referred to as the Dean’s Letter
• Medical School Transcript
• At least three Letters of Recommendation from faculty who are well acquainted with you
• USMLE or COMLEX step I and II scores
  • Step I scores are needed prior to your application
  • Step II CK and CS scores are needed prior to the end of the application and interview process

International Medical Graduates
Graduates of Schools outside of the United States or Canada must meet the following criteria:

• Graduation from Medical School within the past four years
• A minimum of two months of clinical experience with direct patient care, and evaluations from those rotations
• A valid ECFMG certification
• USMLE step I & II scores at or above the 85th percentile
• US Citizenship, permanent immigrant Visa (green card) or J-1 Visa

Interviews and Match
Interviews will be scheduled on Tuesdays or Fridays between October and the end of January. During the interview days applicants will have the opportunity to meet with our residents and faculty, tour the facility and learn more about the residency program here at UK. Applicants will be matched through the National Residents Matching Program (NRMP). NRMP Website

For Further Information Contact:
Jodi Boyd, Program Coordinator
University of Kentucky Department of Pediatrics
800 Rose Street, MN 118
Lexington, KY 40536
Telephone: (859) 323-5157
Email:jlboyd1@uky.edu

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