How to Apply to the UC San Diego Emergency Medicine Residency Program
The Application Process
We offer 12 position through the National Matching Program (NRMP).
Our NRMP number is 1049110C0.
We accept all applications via ResidencyCAS.
Your Complete Application Includes:
ResidencyCAS Application Form:- Personal statement
- Photograph
- USMLE results - MD & DO Applicants: Step 1 required, (Step 2 completion encouraged) for consideration to interview.
- Three letters of recommendation (1 of which must be SLOEs)
- Dean's letter
- Medical school transcript
To complete your ResidencyCAS application, be sure to include all required supporting documents, including a minimum of three letters of recommendation. Your application will be reviewed only once it is complete and interviews are by invitation only. The application deadline is Wednesday, September 24, 2025.
We will start a holistic review of your application on October 1, 2025. Notifications for interviews are sent out on a rolling basis throughout the season via ResidencyCAS with a 3-day window to schedule.
Residency Interview dates for 2025-2026 are:
- November 4, 5, 12, 13, 18, 19
- December 2, 3, 10, 11, 16, 17
In accordance with guidance from the AAMC, CORD and UCSD GME, we will be conducting a 100% virtual recruitment to promote equity