Medical Residency Programs: Understanding The NRMP® Ranking Algorithm

The National Resident Matching Program® (“NRMP®”) matches medical students and medical residency programs together. Securing a medical residency is a competitive process, and for international medical graduates, it can be even more challenging. International medical graduates applying for U.S. based residency programs under go the same level of scrutiny, and participate in the same matching
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Post-Match SOAP Preparation

5 Steps to the Best Post-Match SOAP Preparation (2025)

The Post-Match Supplemental Offer and Acceptance Program® (SOAP®) is not an option most residency candidates want to consider until they absolutely have to. And, that is very understandable! Thinking about the Post-Match may feel like thinking about the possibility of not receiving a Match through the Main Residency Match®, which can be a very scary
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The Post-Match SOAP in a Nutshell

What is the Post-Match SOAP? The Post-Match Supplemental Offer and Acceptance Program® (SOAP®) is an opportunity for eligible residency candidates who go unmatched or partially matched during the Main Residency Match® to apply to residency programs with unfilled positions. The Post-Match SOAP® spans the Monday through Thursday of Match Week and can be very confusing
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Rank Order List: Hints and Tips

As Match Week approaches, it’s time to focus on the last task before the Main Match – creating your Rank Order List. What each applicant values most in choosing a residency program will vary based on the individual. However, there are still a few things that we recommend that everyone take into consideration when ranking
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Using Match A Resident’s Rank Assist Feature

Ranking medical residency programs can be a challenge. However, with Match A Resident’s free Rank Assist Feature, we have helped streamline the way in which applicants rank programs. Using a proprietary comprehensive survey, alongside a rating (value) system, Rank Assist smoothly guides applicants through the process of analyzing, assessing, and of course, ranking their medical
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Top 10 Residency Application Mistakes to Avoid

Residency applications can be a complex and demanding process. As an applicant, you want to ensure every component of your application stands out. The tools you use can make a significant difference. Let’s explore why Match A Resident tools offer unparalleled support compared to generic AI tools. Match A Resident Tools Tailored to Residency Applications
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Match A Resident: A New Look and Enhanced Services for Your Residency Journey

We are thrilled to announce the launch of the newly redesigned Match A Resident platform! With over 20 years of expertise in supporting residency applicants, we have reimagined our entire service offering to bring you a more intuitive, efficient, and powerful toolset. The IMG Application period is opening on June 5, 2024, and we couldn’t
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2024-2025 Residency Application Cycle: Complete IMG Timeline and Checklist

Below is a timeline of events with additional suggested actions per time period for the Main Residency Match Season from start to finish for International Medical Graduates (IMGs). Bookmark this page to help you stay on track with the 2025 Match Residency Application Timeline and Checklist! 2024-2025 Residency Application Cycle: Complete IMG Timeline and Checklist
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Fees for the 2024-2025 Residency Match Application Cycle

Are you familiar with all the US Residency Application Fees you’ll pay when applying for The Match? Knowing about these fees will help you to better organize your financial resources and budget accordingly. Below is an outline of the Fees for the 2024-2025 Residency Match Application Cycle process from start to finish, and everything in
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