Application Process - Neurology Residency

The University of Maryland Department of Neurology participates in the Electronic Residency Application Service and the National Resident Matching Program. Applicants should apply to our Residency Program through these organizations. To be eligible, candidates must graduate from an approved American or Canadian medical school or obtain ECFMG certification.

Interview Process for 2025 MATCH

After review of their application, candidates may be invited for an interview by the Resident Selection Committee. All interviews will be conducted virtually for the 2025 MATCH.

Interviews will encompass a maximum block of time of six hours. Candidates will have a presentation by the program director, interviews with several faculty members and our department chair, as well as an opportunity to meet with several of our current residents. More information will be provided to candidates who are invited to interview.

Application Materials

The following materials must be submitted through ERAS:

• ERAS application 
• Medical Student Performance Evaluation (MSPE)
• 3 or more letters of recommendation
• Medical school transcript
• USMLE Step 1 and/or COMLEX Level 1
• Personal statement
• Photograph
• USMLE Step 2 CK and/or COMLEX Level 2-CE. (This is not required to be invited to interview but should be submitted as soon as available.)

If you have further questions, please review our FAQ page to see if your question is answered there.

Contact Us

For further information, please contact:

Education Office
Department of Neurology
110 S. Paca Street, 3rd Floor
Baltimore, MD 21201
neuroeducation@som.umaryland.edu