Application Process and Requirements

The Obstetrics and Gynecology (Ob/Gyn) Residency Program at the University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) is approved by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) for eight residents per year in the four-year program.

Applications Accepted Exclusively Through ERAS

• The UTMB is a participating member of the National Resident Matching Program (NRMP). Applicants must register through NRMP to be considered. 
• Applications are accepted exclusively through the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS) of the American Association of Medical Colleges. 
• Available USMLE scores will be reviewed as part of your application for a residency position. Successful completion of USMLE Step 2 CK and CS is required to become a resident at UTMB. There is no minimum score requirement; however, current resident USMLE Step 1 scores average 240 and USMLE Step 2 scores average 250.
• Osteopathic students — USMLE is required.
• Our program follows all CREOG and APGO guidelines. For more information, please visit the APGO website.
• Applicants must provide an e-mail address.
  

Support documents required include:

The supporting documents must be submitted through ERAS in addition to the MSPE (Medical Student Performance Evaluation) from the dean of your medical school, for a total of four letters.

• Medical School Transcript
• The MSPE (Medical Student Performance Evaluation) from the Dean of your medical school.
• Letter of recommendation from your Ob/Gyn Department Chairperson.
• Two additional letters of recommendation.
• Personal Statement
• Curriculum Vitae