Application Process and Criteria

The Wright State University Integrated Surgical Residency Program has seven categorical positions per year. Four positions are filled through the National Residency Matching Program (NRMP), and three positions are filled through the Air Force Selection Board. We have preliminary positions as well that are available through the NRMP and Air Force Selection Board.

We are currently accepting applications only through the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS). You can access additional information about our residency program via the American Medical Association's FREIDA Online.

The deadline date for receipt of applications is November 1, 2007, for positions beginning on July 1, 2008.

First consideration for categorical or preliminary positions will be given to applicants:

• With minimum Step I score of 200.
• Grade of A or honors on MS-III surgery core clerkship.
• Class ranking in upper quartile.
• Excellent letters of reference.

The above criteria are intended to serve as guidelines only.

All applicants seeking categorical or preliminary positions must be registered with the NRMP and must apply through ERAS. We do not sponsor any type of VISA, or accept any applications received through the U.S. postal service.

Interviews

All applicant files are screened as soon as the dean's letters are received and files are complete. Invitations are extended to those applicants with credentials suggesting a strong candidacy for general surgery. Applicants are invited to visit our program on Wednesday mornings during the last week in November through the month of January.

The visit generally is a half day in duration. An overview of the program is provided. Prospective residents have the opportunity to meet with three to four faculty including the Program Director/Chair. During the visit, residents are available to answer questions. The day concludes with lunch and a wrap-up with residents.