Education

How To Apply

 Thank you for your inquiry regarding our Internal Medicine Residency Program here at Albany Medical Center, Albany, New York.

Our program looks for candidates who meet the following criteria:

*  USMLE scores 80 or above on both Steps I and II, first attempt

*  Minimum of six months of clinical training (such as an externship) in the United States or 
    the United Kingdom along with three letters of recommendation from United States or United
    Kingdom physicians with whom you have worked in this setting.

*   We sponsor J-1 visas only.  We do NOT sponsor H1-b visas.

*   We accept applications only through ERAS.  No paper applications or faxed materials will be
    accepted.

*   New York State mandates that you do not spend more than 12 weeks of elective time outside of
     your medical school country while enrolled as a student (prior to receiving your medical
     degree).  If you have spent more than 12 weeks away from your medical school country, you are
     ineligible for training in New York State. 

To apply for this program through ERAS you will need the following materials (http://www.aamc.org/students/eras/):

*  Photograph (preferred)
*  Personal Statement
*  Curriculum Vitae
*  USMLE Steps I and II
*  Medical School Transcript and Diploma/Certificate
*  Dean's Letter
*  3 Current Letters of Recommendation
*  ECFMG Certificate (if applicable)

Our application deadline is January 1st.  If you need additional information, please email Rodi Fera, Administrative Director at ferar@mail.amc.edu.

Again, thank you for your interest in our program.