How many interviews do imgs get

The bottom line is that if you have interviews as an IMG, you are right at the 50th percentile. We tell our clients that as an IMG we are trying to secure 5 interviews or more. This puts in the top half of all applicants.

This is available based on NRMP data as well. Quite simply, the more interviews you have the better chances you have to match. What if I have 1 interview? Advertise with Us. Career Planning. Financial Planning. Advising Resources. Med Student Council. Medical Student Forum. EMRA Match.

Special Populations. EMRA Hangouts. Be an Advocate. Share an Idea. Write for EM Resident. Tools and Aids. Model of EM Clinical Practice. Search External Content. Login to maximize your experience! Section 14 of EM historically has had few, if any, unfilled spots. Scrambling into another specialty is also highly risky and should be avoided. If you plan to re-apply in EM, make sure you understand GME funding rules to avoid future complications.

Splitting 4th year: Many medical schools have an opportunity to split 4th year. This maintains your eligibility for the match, does not create a gap year in your application, and maintains financial aid and GME funding. Emergency medicine is a growing specialty, and brand-new programs occasionally fill their first class outside the match. This is uncommon, but worth exploring if the opportunity arises.

This is advice that many individuals outside of EM will offer as a secondary option. Without completing an EM residency, you will not be board-eligible. This leads to VERY limited job opportunities. Above all, speak with your advisor and medical school deans about your options. Each program, applicant, and application is different, and expert advice and assistance can make the difference in whether you match.

The Bottom Line. Previous Chapter. Next Chapter. Diversity Pipeline EM can lead the way in addressing healthcare inequities. But first we must face the deficiencies of diversity, equity, and inclusion in our field. It starts with training. Indecisive : if you come off as unsure of yourself, your path, or what you are seeking, programs may not have faith that you will last the years in their program. Make sure you leave a lasting impression that you can, and you will. Research has shown that successful candidates typically have 10 or more interviews.

Many times applicants who had interviews but did not match simply did not apply to enough programs. Keep in mind, applicants should expect to apply to a minimum of programs per specialty. If you applied to 80 programs, got four interviews, but did not match, it is likely that applying to programs will significantly improve your odds.

But, be sure you apply to compatible programs! Like a golf swing, the follow through is an essential part of where the ball goes! So, follow through, and follow up with programs to be sure you make par. Nothing could be worse than having residency interviews, but then failing to give yourself a chance by missing the Rank Order List deadline.

This is typically in the 3rd week of February each year. Be sure to rank programs and certify your list before the due date! Many questions come up as to how to rank programs.