What are we looking for?
The UCLA Pediatric Residency program looks for residents who have the potential and commitment to improve the health of all children. We seek individuals who bring their diverse talents, experiences, and accomplishments to the training setting. We look forward to your application and thank you in advance for your interest.
Requirements:
- UCLA GME requires all incoming trainees to pass USMLE Step 1, Step 2 CK, and Step 2 CS before their PGY1 start date. A USMLE Step 1 exam score is required before the residency interview.
- We require at least 3 Letters of Recommendation. We do not require a Pediatric Department Chair's letter. We do request that at least one letter comes from a Pediatric clinical experience.
- Please note: The UCLA Pediatric Residency Application Review Committee practices holistic review. We do not have cut off criteria for medical school graduation date or USMLE exam scores. All applications will be reviewed and considered.
How to apply:
All applications are submitted through the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS). We require that applicants register with the National Residency Matching Program (NRMP) and submit the appropriate application materials. Our program number is 3200521032.
- Categorical NRMP#: 1956320C0
- Physician Scientist Program NRMP#:1956320C1
International Students:
Graduates from International Medical Schools listed on the World Federation for Medical Education (WFME) and the Foundation for Advancement of International Medical Education (FAIMER) and Research World Directory of Medical Schools joint directory or the World Directory of Medical Schools will be eligible to apply. Visas are reviewed on a case by case basis. Typically, J1 visas are preferred. For more DGSOM visa policies, please click here.
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Interview Dates for 2021-2022
- Categorical:
- November: 2, 3, 9, 10, 13*, 16, 17, 20*, 23, 24, 30
- December: 1, 7, 8, 11*, 14, 15
- January: 4, 11
- Medicine-Pediatrics:
- November: 3, 10, 17
- December: 1, 8, 15
- Child Neurology:
- November: 13*, 20*
- December: 11*, 14
- January: 4, 11
Social Events
Virtual Diversity Mixer Dates:
- Tuesday, November 23
- Tuesday, December 7
- Tuesday, January 11
Interview Day Schedule
Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, our interview day will be held virtually.
The interview day will begin at 9:00AM and will end around 1:30PM. The day will consist of two virtual interviews, a resident panel, and virtual noon conference didactics*.
Please note: Physician-Scientists, Med-Peds, and Child Neurology track applicants, your itinerary schedule will vary. Details will be provided when you have been scheduled to interview.
*Saturday interview dates do not include didactics.
