Application Requirements

Residency and Fellowship Programs

Thank you for your interest in the Internal Medicine Residency and Fellowship Programs! Information about the service may be obtained from your deans office or from the American Association of Medical Colleges (AAMC). International medical graduates may obtain information about ERAS through the Educational Commission for Foriegn Medical Graduates (ECFMG).

Please be aware that applications are only accepted through Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS)for both residency and fellowship programs. Categorical Track (NRMP code: 2066140C0).

The Internal Medicine residency program will begin releasing interview invitations no later than September 30. Applicants receiving an interview offer will have been contacted by December 1. However, there may be a rare occasion when, due to cancellation, someone may be contacted later in the season.

Application Requirements:  

All candidates must follow the same processes for application and interviewing in order to be considered for the East Tennessee State University (ETSU) Quillen College of Medicine (QCOM) Internal Medicine Residency and Fellowships.

  • Applications are only accepted through the ERAS program. No faxed, mailed and/or emailed applications will be accepted. Resident applications are typically accepted through November 1st. Fellowship applications are accepted through September 1st.
  • Candidates requiring visa sponsorship must provide specific information in their application. To be eligible for employment at ETSU candidates must have US Citizenship, a Green Card or be eligible for a J-1 Visa.
  • Our program participates in the National Resident Matching Program (NRMP) and does not offer pre-match positions.
  • Our program does follow NRMP's couples match policy.
  • All candidates applying for first year residency positions must be registered with NRMP.

Current Senior Students and Criteria for Graduates

From U.S. Allopathic and Osteopathic Medical Schools:

  • A graduate within the past two years of a medical school that is recognized and approved by the Tennessee State Board of Medical Examiners. Graduation date may be extended for candidates who are actively pursuing an additional advanced degree or active duty military service.
  • Medical School Transcript
  • USMLE Transcripts for Step 1, Step 2 CK and CS or COMLEX Transcripts for Level 1, Level 2 CE and PE. 

To be considered for a resident position in the Department of Internal Medicine, applicants must:

  • Have a minimum score on at least one USMLE Step exam of 220 for U.S. graduates, 240 for International graduates and all step scores must be received with the initial application to be considered

  • Have a completed ERAS application
  • Resident applications must include medical school performance evaluation from the Dean of your medical school.
  • Three letters of reference from faculty members or preceptors aware of your clinical skills, preferably Internal Medicine physicians.
  • Personal statement outlining your interest in a career in internal medicine.
  • Fellowship applications must include proof of completion from ACGME Accredited Internal Medicine Residency.

Criteria for Graduates from International Medical Schools

  • A graduate within the past two years of a medical school that is recognized and approved by the Tennessee State Board of Medical Examiners, an advanced degree or have been in practice in their home country.
  • Medical School Transcript, USMLE Transcript, including passing scores on USMLE Step 1 and Step 2.

To be considered for a resident position in the Department of Internal Medicine, applicants must:

  • Have a minimum score on at least one USMLE Step 2 exam score of 240 for International graduates, and all USMLE Step scores with the initial application.
  • Submit their ECFMG Certification.
  • Have a completed ERAS application
  • Resident applications must include medical school performance evaluation from the dean of your medical school.
  • Three letters of reference from faculty members or preceptors, preferably Internal Medicine physicians that are aware of your clinical skillls.
  • United States clinical experience is highly recommended.
  • Personal Statement outlining your interest in a career in Internal Medicine.
    To be eligible for employment at ETSU, candidates must have U.S. Citizenship, a Green Card or be eligible for a J-1 Visa.
  • Fellowship applications must include proof of completion from ACGME Accredited Internal Medicine residency.