OHSU

Prospective Residents

We appreciate your interest in our neurology program and welcome your application.

Application Process

The Neurology Residency at OHSU uses ERAS (Electronic Residency Application Service) exclusively. The following materials must be transmitted to us through ERAS no later than NOVEMBER 15:

  • Common Application Form (including CV)
  • Photograph (required if invited for an interview)
  • Dean’s Letter
  • Medical School Transcript
  • Up to 3 letters of recommendation
  • Copy of certified transcript of board scores
  • Personal Statement

International Medical Graduates are required to submit the following in addition to above:

  • ECGMG Certificate
  • Documentation of US Clinical Experience
  • Personal statement regarding background and interest in neurology
  • Proof of visa possession

 

Interview Process

If you are selected for an interview, an invitation will be extended via email. We interview most Mondays and Fridays beginning late October through December, excluding holidays. Interviews begin promptly at 8:00am. The interview is an essential piece of the application process and involves one full day in Portland. Residents host an informal dinner the night before your interview. We also provide one hotel night plus tax only, the night before your interview date. 

Match and Rank Process

We participate in the NRMP (National Resident Matching Program).  

The OHSU Neurology Residency is a four-year integrated residency program.  However, PGY-1 is optional at our institution.  We offer the flexibility for you to complete your PGY-1 year elsewhere.  Therefore, if you rank our program, you will be ranking us for PGY-2.  After you rank our program, you will then be asked to rank a PGY-1 year. You may either select OHSU for PGY-1 or another program. If you match with our PGY-2 program you will be guaranteed a PGY-1 spot, if you do not previously match a PGY-1 spot elsewhere.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • How do you submit an application?
    Our program only accepts applications through the ERAS Match located at www.nrmp.org

  • How many interviews/position do you offer?
    We interview 10 applicants for every 1 position offered

  • How many vacant positions do you have?
    We offer 4 positions each year through the match.

  • Is there a USMLE cutoff score to apply to your program?
    There is no strict cut-off. We review each application on its individual merits.

  • How many attempts are allowed to pass USMLE?
    Prefer pass on first attempt, but special circumstances considered.

  • Do I have to have Step 2 of USMLE complete before applying?
    Not for application process, but required as part of appointment.

  • Do you accept COMLEX scores for DO candidates?
    We do accept COMLEX scores

  • Is training in the US essential?
    A rotation or experience in the US is very helpful.

  • How long since graduation do you accept medical students into your residency program?
    We strongly prefer that you have graduated within 5 years from medical school.

  • Do you ever accept FMG/IMG’s into your program?
    Yes, we intermittently accept FMG/IMG’s into our program.

  • Is US clinical experience required for the applicants to be eligible for interview?
    We prefer candidates with some US clinical experience.

  • What types of Visas do you offer?
    Applicant must be legally able to work in the U.S., or eligible to obtain work authorization.