Obstetrics and Gynecology Residency Program

1. Applicants must hold a medical degree from an eligible medical school.
2. Applicants must submit a completed application through ResidencyCAS, the application platform specified by UC San Diego.
3. Applicants must provide a personal statement, at least three letters of recommendation, a Medical Student Performance Evaluation (MSPE), and medical school transcripts.
4. Applicants must pass all required United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE) examinations on the first attempt. Applications from applicants who have not passed the examinations on the first attempt will not be considered.
5. United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE) Step 2 Clinical Knowledge (CK) results must be completed and submitted before the National Resident Matching Program (NRMP) rank-list deadline.
6. International medical graduates must pass the applicable examinations and obtain approval from the Medical Board of California to begin postgraduate medical education in California.
7. Applicants must meet the applicable residency appointment and licensing requirements.

The Obstetrics and Gynecology Residency Program at the University of California San Diego (UC San Diego), School of Medicine, provides four years of comprehensive postgraduate training in women’s reproductive health, pregnancy care, childbirth, and the diagnosis and treatment of gynecological conditions. The program combines clinical rotations, surgical training, outpatient care, and opportunities for research and quality improvement. Residents gain experience in maternal-fetal medicine, gynecologic oncology, reproductive endocrinology and infertility, family planning, and minimally invasive gynecological surgery, preparing them for independent practice or further subspecialty training. The University of California San Diego is a public research university located in San Diego, California, recognized for its contributions to higher education and scientific research. Its School of Medicine emphasizes evidence-based clinical practice, interdisciplinary collaboration, and patient-centered medical education. Through clinical training at affiliated hospitals and healthcare facilities, residents develop the skills required to provide high-quality, comprehensive care to women from diverse communities.

1. Submit the application through ResidencyCAS.
2. Provide the completed application, personal statement, at least three letters of recommendation, Medical Student Performance Evaluation (MSPE), and medical school transcripts.
3. Submit the required United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE) scores and ensure all examinations have been passed on the first attempt.
4. Ensure that Step 2 Clinical Knowledge (CK) results are available before the National Resident Matching Program (NRMP) rank list deadline.
5. The residency selection committee reviews applications and selects candidates for interviews.
6. Attend an interview if invited. For the 2026 recruitment season, the program lists interview dates of November 4, November 18, December 2, and December 16, 2026.
7. Register with the National Resident Matching Program (NRMP) and submit the rank order list.
8. If matched, complete the required credentialing and onboarding procedures before starting residency.