We take one categorical resident into our program each year. These individuals generally come from medical schools within the United States.
- All applications for PGY-1 positions in the program are accepted through ERAS.
- The application deadline is December 1 of each year. A completed application includes a standard ERAS application, a medical school transcript, a medical student performance evaluation, USMLE scores, a personal statement and at least 3 letters of recommendation (preferably one from an IR clinician). Applicants selected for an on-campus interview will be invited via email.
- Selection for interviews are made based upon the following criteria:
- Academic performance in medical school
- Interpersonal and communication skills
- Motivation to pursue a career in interventional radiology
- Past work/volunteer experience
- Publication experience
- Research experience
- USMLE performance
- A commitment to complete the entire residency program
- Candidates must meet UAMS institutional requirements for appointment as a resident physician.
- Candidates are informed of terms and conditions of appointment in their interview invite email as well as by hardcopy at the time of interview.
- All PGY-1 positions are offered in the NRMP match. PGY-1 positions unfilled in the NRMP match may be filled in the NRMP SOAP process.
For further information, contact Lacie Covington by phone at 501-686-6912 or email at lfcovington@uams.edu.
Visa Sponsorship Information
At this time, UAMS and its ACGME-accredited residency and fellowship programs sponsor only J-1 visas for international medical graduates. This is reflective of national and institutional requirements and is not related to applicant qualifications. We welcome applications from all eligible candidates and encourage international applicants who require visa sponsorship to apply under the J-1 visa pathway. Should federal policy change, including a waiver of the $100,000 H-1B petition cost requirement for healthcare workers, our institution will re-evaluate visa sponsorship capabilities.