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Apply to a Program

The Department of Pediatrics Residency Programs participates in the National Residency Matching Program (NRMP). All applications are accepted exclusively through Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS).

ERAS: http://www.aamc.org/eras
NRMP: http://www.nrmp.org/

Application Procedures and Guidelines

  • Submit your application once ERAS opens, applications received by the MSPE release date are given priority consideration for interviews
  • Interviews will be held during November, December, and January
  • Interviews are typically scheduled on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays, with the exception of holidays

Interview Selection Assessment Criteria

  • Completed ERAS application
  • MSPE
  • Medical School Transcript
  • Two strong letters of recommendation (we do not require a Chair letter)
  • Personal Statement
  • Research Experience

Applications for Foreign Medical Graduates

Requirements for foreign medical graduates include the same criteria as listed above plus the following:

  • Only applications received through ERAS will be considered
  • Medical school graduation within the past two years (unless already enrolled/completed domestic residency program)
  • Excellent communication in English - both written and verbal
  • USMLE Step I
  • Our program only accepts J1 visa 
  • Must be ECFMG Certified prior to rank deadline
  • Additional materials may be required

To be ranked after interview

  • Have met the above requirements
  • Have taken and passed USMLE Step 2 and/or COMLEX 2
  • Be registered with the NRMP

Thank you for your interest in the Medical University of South Carolina Children's Hospital and the Department of Pediatrics Residency Programs. MUSC is an equal opportunity employer and all applicants are given equal consideration.

We look forward to hearing from you and are happy to answer any application questions you have. Here is how to reach us:

Pediatrics:
Rebecca Hasegawa, C-TAGME
Residency Coordinator
Phone: 843-792-8972
hasegawa@musc.edu

Internal Medicine/Pediatrics:
Krista Jackson, LMSW
Residency Coordinator
Phone: 843-792-0435
jacksokl@musc.edu

Child Neurology:
Rebecca Strickland
Residency Coordinator
Phone: 843-792-6004
strickr@musc.edu