Pediatrics Residency Program

1. Medical degree from an accredited medical school.
2. Passing United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE) Step 1 and Step 2 scores.
3. Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) applicants may submit USMLE or Comprehensive Osteopathic Medical Licensing Examination (COMLEX) scores and must have pediatric inpatient experience.
4. International Medical Graduates (IMGs) must have United States clinical experience and at least two letters from United States clinical faculty.
5. Applicants in another residency must provide a letter from their program director.

Stanford University School of Medicine, part of Stanford University in California, is a leading medical education and research institution dedicated to advancing patient care, medical research, innovation, and physician education. Its Pediatrics Residency Program provides comprehensive three-year training in the diagnosis and management of diseases and conditions affecting infants, children, and adolescents. Residents receive broad clinical exposure across inpatient and outpatient settings and multiple pediatric subspecialties, while also developing skills in research, child advocacy, leadership, and quality improvement. The program emphasizes individualized learning, mentorship, and progressive responsibility to prepare residents for diverse careers in pediatrics.

1. Apply through the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS).
2. Submit the application, Medical Student Performance Evaluation (MSPE), transcript, personal statement, examination scores, and 3–4 recommendation letters.
3. Include at least two clinical recommendation letters, including one from Pediatrics faculty.
4. Selected applicants are invited for a virtual interview.
5. Final placement is through the National Resident Matching Program (NRMP).