Frequently Asked Questions
The following are responses to Frequently Asked Questions about applying to our program that you may find helpful:
1) Do you participate in the match? Yes, the NRMP number for the categorical pediatrics program is: 1843320C0 .
2) Do you have minimum USMLE scores? No.
3) How do I apply? Applications are accepted through the Electronic Residency Application System (ERAS). For additional information on ERAS contact your medical school or www.aamc.com/eras .
4) How many letters of recommendation do you require? Three .
5) What is the time frame for applying? Applications are accepted from August through January.
6) Do you accept osteopathic graduates? Yes, we have several options for Osteopathic graduates including our Integrated Osteopathic program with Henry Ford Macomb/ Warren Campus. Qualified candidates may also be considered if approved by the AOA (article 42). Finally, individuals who have completed an Osteopathic internship may apply directly to ERAS.
7) Do you accept international graduates? Yes, our program is committed to training the best pediatricians possible, regardless of country of origin.
8) Is previous US clinical experience required? Although desirable, it is not required.
9) Do you need to have completed USMLE Step 2 in order to apply? No, we will review applications without USMLE Step 2 scores, however, we must have documentation of your successful completion of Step 2 CK and CS by the time of our submission to the match (March 16, 2012).
10) What types of visas do you sponsor? We sponsor J1 training visas.
11) Is ECFMG certification required? Yes, by the time of our submission to the match (March 16, 2012) all applicants must be ECFMG certified.
12) Do you offer observerships? No, at this time we are unable to accommodate observerships.
13) Do you have a maximum number of years since graduation from Medical School? No we do not have a limit to the number of years since graduation; however, we do not consider applicants who have not been active in a clinical setting for a period of 2 years or more.