Application Information
Application Information
We accept applications through the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS) system only, beginning in September.
Though we are electing to use program signals as part of our holistic review process, please know that program signals do not guarantee an interview.
- Interested applicants should submit a complete application and at least four letters of recommendation
- We accept USMLE and/or COMLEX exam scores
- We participate in geographic signaling
- We accept J-1 Visas
For additional details, see Applicant Eligibility Requirements.
Letters of Recommendation
The purpose of letters of recommendation are to give us a sense of what you are like to work with in a clinical setting. To get a well-rounded idea of you, we ask for four letters of recommendation:
- Departmental letter from Internal Medicine – Summarizing your rotations in Internal Medicine, usually written by the Clerkship Director.
- Departmental letter from Pediatrics – Summarizing your rotations in Pediatrics, usually written by the Clerkship Director.
- Attending letter from an Internal Medicine clinical setting – This should be written by an Internal Medicine or Med-Peds physician. We will also accept letters from other physicians who have worked directly with you in a clinical setting.
- Attending letter from a Pediatric clinical setting – This should be written by a Pediatrician or Med-Peds physician. We will also accept letters from other physicians who have worked directly with you in a clinical setting.
2026 Interview Dates
- October 14, 2026
- October 21, 2026
- October 28, 2026
- November 4, 2026
- November 11, 2026
- November 18, 2026
- December 2, 2026
- December 9, 2026
- December 16, 2026
Interview Information
We are following the recommendations of the MedPeds Program Director Association and holding virtual only interviews this year that include:
- Pre-interview mingles to speak with current residents
- Interviews with program directors and faculty
- An informational session and wrap-up with the program director
Need More Information?
If you have any questions, please email MedPed@urmc.rochester.edu