How to Apply

Note to applicants

We are not accepting applications for our categorical Medical Genetics and Genomics Residency Program for a 2026 start date.

However, we will be accepting applications for our Combined Pediatrics / Medical Genetics and Genomics Residency Program for a 2026 start date.

Applications to the Medical Genetics and Genomics Residency are accepted through the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS).

Please include the following documents with your application:

Passing USMLE scores with no more than one previous failure.
At least 3 letters of recommendation, Dean’s letter, medical school transcript, personal statement and photograph sent through ERAS. Letters from pediatric supervisors are preferable if possible. We do not require a “Chairman’s Letter.”
There are no specific requirements for the personal statement but in general it should explain why you are interested in a pediatric residency and argue for why you would be a good candidate.
Appropriate medical education to train in a large U.S. teaching hospital.
History of and commitment to treating and/or advocating for and/or conducting research for children and/or adolescents.

COMLEX Step and Step 2 scores of at least 500 or USMLE Step 1 score of at least 200 on the first attempt.
At least 3 letters of recommendation, Dean’s letter, medical school transcript, personal statement and photograph sent through ERAS. Letters from pediatric supervisors are preferable if possible. We do not require a “Chairman’s Letter.”
There are no specific requirements for the personal statement but in general it should explain why you are interested in a pediatric residency and argue for why you would be a good candidate.
Appropriate medical education to train in a large US teaching hospital.
History of and commitment to treating and/or advocating for and/or conducting research for children and/or adolescents.

USMLE Step 1 and Step 2 scores of at least 225 on first attempt. Both scores must be available before you can be considered for an interview.
Passing grade on the CSA or USMLE Step 2 CS on the first attempt.
Medical school graduation date of 2008 or later.
Previous pediatric residency experiences, observership or clinical experience in the US is strongly preferred.
Previous degree in U.S., i.e. MPH is also desirable.
At least 3 letters of recommendation, Dean’s letter, medical school transcript, personal statement and photograph sent through ERAS. Letters from pediatric supervisors are preferable if possible. We do not require a “Chairman’s Letter”.
There are no specific requirements for the personal statement but in general it should explain why you are interested in a pediatric residency and argue for why you would be a good candidate.
Appropriate medical education to train in a large U.S. teaching hospital.
History of and commitment to treating and/or advocating for and/or conducting research for children and/or adolescents.
We sponsor J-1 Visas.

We will interview candidates for one position every year in the months of August and September.

Please contact our fellowship program coordinator listed at the bottom of this page, or contact fellowship leaders.

The Medical Genetics and Genomics Residency Program is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME).