Apply to EM/IM Residency Program
Prospective Applicants
Applicants must apply through ReseidncyCAS.
Due to university requirements, we are unable to accept students with H-1 B or J-1 visas into our residency program.
- Interview Invitation Notifications: October 21, 2025, 2pm CST
- Interview sign-up will begin on October 22, 2025, at 7pm CST
Application Process
Step 1: The Application
Application Checklist
- Official medical school transcripts
- Official test transcripts for all applicable examinations (Must have scores from the USMLE Step 2 exam or the COMLEX Level 2 exam)
- MSPE (Medical Student Performance Evaluation)
- At least three letters of recommendation, with one being SLOE (we do not have a preference for OSLOE for your remaining LORs)
- Personal Statement
Step 2: The interview
Applications will be reviewed and select candidates will be invited for a virtual interview. Our interviews are held on Thursdays starting in early November to late January.
Step 3: The match
Appointments are made through the National Resident Matching Program (NRMP). All candidates must register through the NRMP.
Frequently asked questions
Frequently Asked Questions
If I apply to Emergency Medicine OR Internal Medicine at UIC, can I also apply to the dual EM/IM?
Yes, you can apply to the dual Emergency Medicine and Internal Medicine residency program, in addition to Emergency Medicine and/or Internal Medicine. Please note that the EM/IM program requires a separate submission through NRMP/ResidencyCAS. We strongly recommend including a personalized statement tailored specifically for the EM/IM program as part of your application.
If I am invited for an interview, does my EM/IM interview also count for the Emergency or Internal Medicine programs?
As a separate program, we have an independent interview process. We understand the complexities of the interview season and the timing challenges that students face. At this time, given the virtual nature of interviews, we are not combining interview days.
If I request to interview with EM/IM and a parent program, will it reflect negatively on my application for either program?
No. Given the scarcity of combined training opportunities nationwide, we understand that students may consider other options. We expect it.
What type of personal statement should I write?
Applicants who write a personal statement specifically targeted at combined training have a more competitive chance of matching into the program.
How can I improve my chances of matching at UIC in EM/IM?
A solid performance on all clinical rotations, not just internal or emergency medicine, is essential. Board scores must be competitive; however, there is no minimum score required for consideration in the program. Research, while not mandatory, will make any applicant more competitive. The application committee asks that applicants demonstrate leadership and excellence in their activities outside their medical pursuits.
When can I schedule an interview?
The interview committee will contact applicants after reviewing their application materials. You will be able to schedule your interview at that time.
What do graduates do upon completion of the EM/IM program?
Graduates from the program often have a wide range of options upon completion. UIC has placed graduates in academic and community emergency medicine. We have graduates actively working in internal medicine subspecialities (after completing further fellowship training) and general internal medicine. Two UIC graduates serve as residency program directors, and one is the head of the ER department. Graduates currently represent UIC on a national level.
Does the UIC EM/IM dual program consider graduates of osteopathic medical schools?
Applicants must have passed either USMLE Step 1 OR COMLEX Level 1 for consideration.
Does the UIC EM/IM dual program consider graduates of foreign medical schools?
Due to our university’s requirements, we cannot accept students with H-1 B or J-1 visas into our residency program.
Salary and Benefits
Please go to the UI Health website for more information about resident salary and benefits.
