Residency in Internal Medicine

1. Applicants must hold a medical degree from an eligible medical school.
2. Applicants must submit a completed application through the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS).
3. Applicants must provide a Medical Student Performance Evaluation (MSPE), medical school transcript, and required examination scores.
4. United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE) Step 1 and Step 2 scores are accepted if available but are not mandatory for application review. Applicants with a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree may submit Comprehensive Osteopathic Medical Licensing Examination (COMLEX) scores instead.
5. Applicants must submit three letters of recommendation from faculty members, in addition to a letter from the Department Chair of Medicine or the designated representative.
6. Applicants must provide evidence of Selective Service registration or applicable exemption documentation, where required.
7. Non-United States citizens must be eligible for J-1 visa sponsorship.
8. Applicants should demonstrate strong academic performance, clinical skills, positive professional qualities, and relevant achievements.

The Internal Medicine Residency Training Program at the University of California San Diego (UC San Diego), School of Medicine, is designed to provide comprehensive training in the prevention, diagnosis, and management of a wide range of medical conditions. The program offers structured clinical education through inpatient and outpatient rotations, supervised patient care, and opportunities for research, teaching, and professional development. Residents can pursue training through the Categorical Internal Medicine Track, Primary Care Track, or Physician-Scientist Training Program, depending on their career interests. The University of California San Diego is a public research university known for its contributions to medical education, scientific research, and innovation. Its School of Medicine emphasizes evidence-based clinical practice, interdisciplinary collaboration, and patient-centered care. Through its teaching hospitals and diverse clinical settings, the institution provides residents with opportunities to care for varied patient populations and develop the skills required for future careers in internal medicine.

1. Apply through the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS).
2. Submit the completed application, Medical Student Performance Evaluation, medical school transcript, available United States Medical Licensing Examination scores, and required recommendation letters.
3. Complete the supplemental ERAS application, including geographic preferences and relevant work, volunteer, research, and life experiences.
4. Indicate the preferred training track: Categorical Internal Medicine, Primary Care, or Physician-Scientist Training Pathway.
5. The residency recruitment committee reviews applications based on academic performance, clinical experience, personal qualities, achievements, and recommendation letters.
6. Attend an interview if invited by the program.
7. Register with the National Resident Matching Program (NRMP) and submit the required rank order list.
8. Await the official match results and complete the required credentialing and appointment procedures before joining the program.