Match Process
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Overview: The match process
Here’s how the match works and what to plan for.
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Hawks versus Doves: An inside look at the resident selection process
Get an insider perspective on programs’ process for interviewing and ranking applicants.
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Match Day Traditions
Forget the stress of creating your ROL, and smile as you learn how a few schools celebrate Match Day and envision yours.
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The couples guide to communicating with residency programs
When and how to leverage your couple status during interview season.
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Navigating the NRMP Main Residency Match as a couple
Entering the residency application and match process as a couple adds another layer of consideration for both individuals.
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Couples matching when you aren’t in the same match program or cycle
While it’s not possible in these scenarios to formally participate as a couple, a couple can optimize their chance of matching in the same geographic area.