How to Apply

Application Requirements
Applications to the Ascension Saint Joseph - Chicago General Surgery Residency are only accepted through ERAS. We suggest a USMLE score of 230 or higher. We recruit for two (2) categorical PGY-1 positions and two (2) preliminary PGY-1 positions per year.

Application Timeline

Sep. 6 — Application submissions begin at 8 a.m. CST

Sep. 27 — Residency programs begin review of applications at 8 a.m. CST

Nov. 17 | Dec. 1 | Jan. 5 — Interview dates

ERAS AAMC

What should I emphasize in my application?

We look for strong letters of recommendation, USMLE scores of 230 or greater (first attempt), completion of USMLE Step 1 and 2, and we prefer our applicants to be in their last year of medical school, or no more than two years post-graduate.