Application Specifics

The UMass Chan Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery Residency is a five-year ACGME approved training program. 

Required documents include:

• Completed Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS) Application
• USMLE Transcript (first-time pass is required)
• MSPE – Medical Student Performance Evaluation
• Applicants must also have passed USMLE Step II (CS and CK) before starting residency, as it is a requirement for Massachusetts licensure.
• Medical School Transcript
• Personal Statement
• Photograph
• ECFMG Certificate (if applicable)
• Citizenship/Visa Status
• 3 Letters of Recommendation

All required documents must be submitted through ERAS and will not be accepted outside of ERAS.

The institution accepts a standardized personal statement but suggests that applicants consider discussing attributes that will help foster the applicant's competence and resilience.

For more information, please contact the Department of Otolaryngology Education Coordinator Frankenia.guzman@umassmed.edu