How to Apply
UAMS offers a three-year advanced dermatology residency program. Prior to entry into our program, each trainee must have completed at least one postgraduate year within an ACGME-approved program. UAMS does not offer a four-year categorical option, so applicants must apply separately for a PGY-1 training program if not already completed. Applications for residency are accepted only through the ERAS system. The application deadline is October 1, 2024 for consideration for entry into the three-year advanced residency program as a PGY-2 on July 1, 2026.
Applicants must pass Step 1 and have three letters of recommendation to be considered for acceptance into the program. The NRMP provides information to applicants regarding successfully matched applicants including average Step scores for dermatology. USMLE Step 2 CK is not required for the application, but it is strongly recommended.
Our program is participating in the first November coordinated interview release date. The first round of interview invitations will go out on November 4, 2024. We will begin scheduling interviews on November 6; applicants who receive an invitation must respond by November 8. Additional interview invitations will be released as they become available after November 8, 2024.
Virtual Interviews will be held on December 13, 2024 and December 20, 2024 for this year’s applicants. There will be ample time for Q&A with residents and faculty during the interview day and once interviews are completed.