Applicants
2024-2025 Interview Season
At the recommendation of AAMC, all recruitment activities and interviews will be held virtually for the 2024-2025 NRMP Cycle. Â Invitations, dates, and additional information will be communicated directly to those candidates invited to interview with our program.
We are looking for those who have a desire to succeed, have great work ethic, and are team players. We consider your academic performance through the undergraduate and graduate (medical) years, as well as how you have documented your commitment to Pathology. Â We also value your experiences in life, along with communication skills. Â If you have had other unique accomplishments and interests, we want to hear about those too!
We take pride in the large volume of case materials and diversity of institutional experiences that shape our residency program. Â Our residents come from a variety of backgrounds, and we are looking for coworkers who value camaraderie and cooperation.
We take pride in the large volume of case materials and diversity of institutional experiences that shape our residency program. Our residents come from a variety of backgrounds, and we emphasize camaraderie and cooperation.Â
Application Process
All positions are offered through the (NRMP). All applications must be submitted through (ERAS).
Please do not email your application to the program. Only applications submitted via ERAS will be reviewed.
A complete application consists of:
- Medical school transcripts
- Personal statement
- Letters of Recommendation (at least one letter should be from a pathologist)
- Official transcript USMLE Scores Part 1 and Part 2; preference is given for passage of Step 3 for those individuals who are applying outside of senior year of a US medical school.
- If coming via research background, evidence of peer-reviewed publications should be provided.
Selection Criteria
Please review our UTHSC Graduate Medical Education site for resident selection guidelinesÌý(±Ê´Ç±ô¾±³¦²â#110).
Interviews
Selected applicants will be invited for an interview via email / Thalamus. Our program will follow the unified initial interview offer release date for pathology - no interviews will be extended before October 18, 2024. In most years, our interview dates occur between late October and early January. For the 2024-2025 application cycle, all interviews will be held virtually. Throughout the application season, we will attempt to provide regular updates on the status of applications, including review status or declinations.
International Medical Graduates
Applicants must be a US citizen, permanent resident of the US with valid work permit, or able to obtain a J1 visa. Â IMGs must be able to provide ECFMG certification to begin July 1st.
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