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Residency Application Process: Preparing for Residency

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Preparing for Residency — Timeline

  • Prepare Your CV 18 to 24 months before residency
  • Research Residency Programs 18 to 24 months before residency
  • Rank Programs and Apply 6 to 9 months before residency
  • Interview 3 to 6 months before residency
  • Rank Programs After Interviewing 3 to 6 months before residency
  • Accept An Offer 3 to 6 months before residency
  • Obtain Licenses & Certifications 3 to 4 months before residency
  • Join the Physician Ambassador Program to earn additional income during training;
  • Create your free PracticeMatch profile so you can apply for jobs with a click of a button;
  • Download the Career Fair List so you can save the dates.