Application Instructions

Applying for Fellowship

The University of Florida Pediatric Hospital Medicine Fellowship has one incoming first year fellowship position per academic year and participates in both the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS) and the National Resident Matching Program (NRMP) for the selection of all of its fellowship participants. Applications are accepted from July 1^st through September 1^st for positions that begin on July 1^st of the following academic year and must be submitted through ERAS.

Applications must include:

• Medical School Transcript
• Medical Student Performance Evaluation (Dean’s Letter)
• Scores from all three (3) steps of either the United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE) or the Comprehensive Osteopathic Medical Licensing Examination (COMLEX)
• A personal statement.
• Three (3) letters of reference
• All applicants must have successfully completed a US Residency Program.

International Medical Graduates are accepted and welcome to apply.

All completed applications are reviewed by the program director for interview selection. Interviews are conducted from July 1^st through November 1st. Applicants who are selected for interviews are scheduled to meet with attending faculty members, Division Chairman, and the Fellowship Program Director. Applicants are also given a tour of the UF Health Shands Children’s Hospital, outpatient clinic, and meet with current fellows, nursing staff, and administration staff. Once all of the interviews are conducted, the group establishes a ranking list to submitted to NRMP. (see update to virtual recruitment for 2024 cycle below)

Salary and Benefits

For additional Benefits and Leave information please see the Condition of Employment.