Prospective Residents

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How to Apply

• Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS):
  We accept applications through ERAS. You may contact your medical school or consult the ERAS web site for additional information regarding the process.
• National Residency Matching Program (NRMP)
  Neurosurgery resident applicants must register with the NRMP. Our program code is 1900160C0.
• Additional Requirements:
  1. Three letters of recommendation, at least one from a neurosurgeon
  2. Scores from Step 1 of the USMLE
  3. Personal Statement
  4. Transcripts
  5. Dean's letter - to be submitted after November 1st.

Foreign Graduates

UNC Hospitals will accept residents who have been issued a J-1 Visa and who hold a current ECFMG Certificate.

Application Deadline

All materials should be received by November 1.

2012-2013 Interview dates

Wednesday, October 24, 2012
Wednesday, November 7, 2012
Wednesday, December 5, 2012

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