Frequently Asked Questions
- How do I apply?
All applications are through the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS).
- What is needed to complete the application?
We need the following materials in order to complete your application:
- Application
- Narrative statement
- Curriculum vitae
- USMLE scores
- Dean's Letter and medical school transcripts
- Three letters of recommendation with one of the letters from
your internship or current residency director, if applying as a
physician candidate.
- What is the deadline for receiving applications?
December 1st.
- What qualifications do I need?
We are currently reviewing guidelines for the 2008-2009 application period; please check back. You cannot receive a Radiology Masters or Technology degree through this program.
We have no minimum score requirements, however, in recent years successful candidates have had scores of at least 220.
- What are the Matching Program Options?
Candidates may enter the University of Washington Radiology Residency Program by one of the following pathways:
- Transitional year positions at Swedish Medical Center beginning
2008, linked to four years of Diagnostic Radiology beginning 2009. This
program is listed as:
- Univ. Washington Affil.
- Univ. Washington Hosp. RADIOLOGY-DIAGNOSTIC 1918420C0
- Second year positions, four years of Diagnostic Radiology
beginning 2009. Prerequisite is at least one year of clinical
experience in an approved program. This program is listed as:
- Univ. Washington Affil.
- Univ. Washington Hosp. RADIOLOGY-DIAGNOSTIC 1918420A0
- Transitional year positions at Swedish Medical Center beginning
2008, linked to four years of Diagnostic Radiology beginning 2009. This
program is listed as:
- Does our Department accept applications from International Medical Graduates?
We are currently reviewing guidelines for the 2008-2009 application period; please check back.
We will consider sponsoring an H-1 visa under certain circumstances.