Application Checklist

Application Review

Past performance and clinical success are the best predictors of future success in our program; therefore, clinicians who have observed you closely as an acting or sub-intern can provide the best letters.

Applicants must apply through the standard ERAS through the Association of American Medical Colleges Categorical position's program code: 4404921340

The University of Utah General Surgery Residency receives over 1,200 applications for 6 categorical spots each year.

The program will be using situational judgement testing, followed by a holistic review of approximately 500-550 applications for possible interview selection.

Additional screening parameters include: USMLE Step 2 scores > 250 and graduation from medical school within the previous 2 years. The secondary review includes, but is not limited to, applicant interest in a 6-7 year residency program and relevant work, research, leadership and life experience.

The University of Utah General Surgery Residency program participates in the ERAS Supplemental Application.

At least three letters from general surgeons who know you well and are willing to describe the clinical strengths that you have displayed on their services are required. Past performance and clinical success are the best predictors of future success in our program; therefore, clinicians who have observed you closely as an acting or sub-intern can provide the best letters.

2023-2024 INTERVIEW DATES

November 7 and 8
November 14 and 15
November 28 and 29
December 5 and 6

All Interviews will be conducted virtually and will include an introduction by the program director and a social hour with the residents starting at 6PM MDT Tuesday evening, followed by Grand Rounds and interviews on Wednesday morning, ending around 12PM MST.

We are planning to send out the first round of invitations to interview between 10/26 - 10/28/23. Invitees will have 48 hours to accept the invitation, after which it will be offered to another applicant.