How to Apply

Application Criteria

• Be advised that KU Pediatrics does NOT utilize any resident search services other than NRMP and will not accept applications outside of ERAS.
• We only accept applications through ERAS. Any applications received via fax, email or mail will not be considered and will be shredded.
• Preference will be given to applications received by Dec. 15.
• Preference is given to candidates less than 10 years out of medical school.
• Preference is given to candidates with USMLE/COMLEX scores greater than 200, exceptions may be considered.
• A transcript of passing both Step I and II USMLE/COMLEX must be received prior to Feb. 15 to be considered for ranking.
• Each application must contain at least: three letters of recommendation.
• We do accept ECFMG sponsored J-1 Visas. All Visa and ECFMG certificates must be current for a July 1 start date. This is the only Visa accepted.
• U.S. clinical experience is not required, but highly recommended.
• Please see the Office of Graduate Medical Education's website for KU School of Medicine's application manual. International medical graduates please also see the GME Policy and Procedure Manual.
• KU Pediatric Residency does not offer observerships or externships.

Interview: What to Expect

You will have a "host" resident who will be with you during the entire interview process. Your host resident will contact you several days before your interview.

Please plan to arrive in Kansas City prior to 4 p.m. the day before your interview and not leave until at least 2 p.m. on the interview day.

• Sample interview schedule of the interview (all sessions are required)
  • 6:30 p.m.: Dinner with residents
  • Start time will differ per day of the week: Residency conference
  • Interviews: Program director and department chair plus two additional faculty
  • Benefit session: Discuss the benefits offered by KU Pediatric Residency
  • Tour of the facility
  • Lunch with current first-year residents
  • 1:30 p.m.: Conclusion

We provide all out-of-town candidates with a hotel room for the evening prior to the interview day. Although we pay for the room, you will need a credit card for incidentals. You can also purchase additional nights at the hotel at a reduced KU rate.

You will have dinner with your host resident, other residents and other candidates the evening prior to your interview. The dinner is required and considered to be part of your interview (casual attire).