Internal Medicine Requirements

Application & Interview Information

Qualified applicants are invited to interview from October through January. All applications must be submitted through the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS). Our program does not offer PGY-1 positions outside of the National Resident Matching Program (NRMP). Please do not email the Program Director or Program Coordinator your application. Applications are only viewed via ERAS.

Interview Selection Criteria

Applicants are considered for interview based on the following:

Graduation from a U.S. or international medical school within the standard allotted curriculum timeframe.

Graduation within three years of the anticipated residency start date (applications from those who graduated earlier are considered on a case-by-case basis).

Successful completion of:

• USMLE Step 1 and Step 2 (for international medical graduates), or
• COMLEX Level 1 and Level 2 (for osteopathic graduates).
• Submission of at least three letters of recommendation, including one from a Program Director and a Dean’s Letter.

For international medical graduates: a valid ECFMG certificate.

During the interview, applicants are evaluated on verbal ability, professional demeanor, and interpersonal skills. Following interviews and holistic review of all submitted materials (including transcripts, USMLE/COMLEX scores, and recommendation letters), a decision is made whether or not to rank the applicant.

Demonstrating Interest in Our Program

To indicate your interest, please use the program signaling feature in ERAS. We kindly request that applicants do not email letters of interest, as ERAS signaling is our primary tool for gauging applicant interest.

Supplemental ERAS Application

For the 2024 ERAS® cycle, our program is participating in the AAMC Supplemental ERAS Application.

Applicants are required to complete the MyERAS application.

Participation in the Supplemental ERAS application is optional but encouraged.

The supplemental application allows applicants to provide meaningful information about their medical journey, including volunteer work, research, and life experiences, helping us better identify candidates who align with our program’s environment and mission.

This application will be delivered via a separate survey platform and must be completed between September 1–30.

Program Codes

ACGME Institution Code: 1400531031

NRMP Categorical (3 years): 1921140C0

Information for International Medical Graduates

International Medical Graduates (IMGs) must qualify for full medical licensure in the State of California. Requirements include:

A valid ECFMG Certificate.

Passing scores on USMLE Step 1 and Step 2.

No restrictions or stipulations listed on your Evaluation Status Letter from the Medical Board of California.