Application Specifics

The UMass Chan Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery Residency is a five-year ACGME approved training program. 

Required documents include:

• Completed Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS) Application
• USMLE Transcript (first-time pass is required)
• MSPE – Medical Student Performance Evaluation
• Applicants must also have passed USMLE Step II (CS and CK) before starting residency, as it is a requirement for Massachusetts licensure.
• Medical School Transcript
• Personal Statement
• Photograph
• ECFMG Certificate (if applicable)
• Citizenship/Visa Status
• 3 Letters of Recommendation

All required documents must be submitted through ERAS and will not be accepted outside of ERAS.

The institution accepts a standardized personal statement but suggests that applicants consider discussing attributes that will help foster the applicant's competence and resilience.

Interview Dates: Dates will be updated when 2025 ERAS season begins in June 2024.

For more information, please contact the Department of Otolaryngology Education Coordinator Frankenia.guzman@umassmed.edu