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Qualifications
Appointments are made at the PGY-1 level through the National Resident Matching Program (NRMP). Candidates who are eligible for admission outside the NRMP also are given consideration. A limited number of positions may be available at the PGY-2 level.
Minimum criteria for International Medical Graduates:
To be eligible for licensing in Minnesota, which is a requirement of residency training at Mayo Clinic Rochester, you must meet all three of the criteria listed:
- Pass all Step exams at least on the third attempt (first attempt preferred)
- Have passed or will pass Step 3 within 5 years of passing Step 2 (the first of 2 parts). Do not need to have Step 3 to apply.
- Pass Step 2 (both parts) by rank day
In addition:
- If graduation from medical school is greater than 3 years, then we require at least 6 months of current hands-on clinical experience; U.S. preferred
- Must be ECFMG certified and have passed CSA before rank day
- Mayo sponsors a J-1 Visa (have or obtain before the program start date)
- Must have strong commitment to and evidence of experience in family medicine
- Three letters of recommendation, one from a family physician is preferred
- ERAS applications accepted from Sept. 1 through Dec. 31 for the 2008-09 academic year
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