Med-Peds

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  • USMLE Data
    USMLE Data
    UNR Med 2013 - 2019 U.S. Allopathic Seniors (2020)
    Step Matched Step Matched Unmatched
    Step 1 Mean  243 Step 1 Mean  236 224
    Step 2 Mean  252 Step 2 Mean  250 240
  • PRECENTILE DISTRIBUTION FOR ALL MATCHED SENIORS (2016-2018)
    PRECENTILE DISTRIBUTION FOR ALL MATCHED SENIORS (2016-2018)
     Criteria  UNR Med 25th 50th 75th
    # Matched Seniors <3 3 6 9
    % of Class <3 0.8 1.4 2.2
    Mean # of programs on rank order list <3 11.8 13 15.3
    Mean # of programs ranked in specialty <3 10.2 11.5 13
    Mean # of research experiences <3 2 2.6 3.4
    Mean # of volunteer experiences <3 6.3 8 10
    Mean Step 1 Score 235.7 229.2 235 241
    Mean Step 2 Score 248 244 247.8 253.8
    <3= 3 or fewer students

    Charting Outcomes of the Match  | (3rd Party Document Download)

  • Outcomes of the 2019 Match
    Outcomes of the 2020 Match
     Year # Programs # Positions Offered # Unfilled Programs # U.S. Senior Applicants # Total Applicants % Filled US Seniors % Filled Total 
    PGY-1

    		 77 390 4 399 606 81.00% 97.7%
  • Does Step 2 score influence rank?

    Yes

  • Should Applicants Do Away Rotations?

    Yes.

    Away rotations are not necessary unless you are strongly interested in a program or location. If you do an away, be prepared to perform at your very best.

  • Application Strategies

    Research?

    • Research/scholarship is not required but adds strength to your overall application.
    • Research will be more helpful if applying to academic programs.
    • Conducting research in medicine is preferred                                                           

    Personal Statement

    • Experiences that have informed your decision and relay enthusiasm for medicine
    • Discuss interests and career plans
    • Make sure it is thoughtful and organized

    Letters of Recommendation

    • Four (4) letters are recommended, 2 from IM and 2 from Peds
    • Some programs also require 1 letter from chair of each department
    • Letters should be written by faculty who have observed your clinical performance                                                          

    Application Timing

    • Programs begin reviewing applicants in September - October
    • Programs begin offering Interviews September - November

    Interviews

    • Some programs begin interviewing October - November
    • You can expect interviews through January
  • Online Resources
  • Matched Programs

    2018

    • University of Rochester/Strong Memorial NY

    2017

    • Indiana University SOM
    • Loma Linda University - CA

    2015

    • Duke University Medical Center-NC     

    2012

    • USC