The First 4 Hours: The Importance of Utilizing Professional Assistance on Day 1 of Match Week

While you can click to view the full timeline for the Post-Match SOAP® here, it’s truly important residency candidates understand the tricky timing and limited nature of the Monday of Match Week. One of two things with happen, Monday, March 11, 2019. Either you will be Fully Matched, or you remain Unmatched/Partially Matched. If the first
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Timeline for the Post-Match SOAP 2016

As the Main Residency Match® and the Post-Match Supplemental Offer and Acceptance Program® (SOAP®) approach, it is incredibly important you understand the timing of the Post-Match SOAP. As you can see from this timeline provided by ElectronicResidency.com, Match Week is a jam-packed few days, especially for those participating in the Post-Match SOAP. Knowing what to
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What is the Post-Match SOAP?

The Post-Match Supplemental Offer and Acceptance Program® (SOAP®) is a service offered by NRMP®, with applications transmitted through ERAS®. The Post-Match is an opportunity for residency programs to fill any vacant spots they may have after the Main Residency Match® and for residency candidates to fill those empty positions. Simply put, the SOAP takes the
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About Sending a Letter Of Intent

When the time for Rank Order List rolls around, there is one additional step residency candidates may take to further increase their standing with residency programs where they interviewed. Candidates can consider sending a Letter of Intent to programs they interviewed with to let them know they will be appearing on the candidate’s respective Rank Order
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Predicting the Post-Match SOAP: Be Prepared

The medical residency interview season is about to break for the holiday season. After the holidays, programs can still conduct interviews, but many programs will want to have their interviews all wrapped up for the opening of Rank Order List creation in January. Now is a good time to begin reflecting on your season, and
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