The Neurology Residency is categorical. It is not necessary to submit a separate application to the Department of Internal Medicine for the preliminary year.
Application Procedure
Applicants interested in matching to one of the neurology residencies at Dell Medical School are strongly encouraged to apply to both programs.
The programs participate in the National Resident Matching Program and adhere to its policies and principles. Applications are submitted through the Electronic Residency Application Service. Paper applications and applications sent via email are not accepted. Applications for each academic year are accepted until October 15. The deadline may be extended under special circumstances. Contact the program coordinators at jjackson1@ascension.org or mguerra1@ascension.org to request an extension.
Please make sure the following information is included with the ERAS application:
- A letter from the dean of the medical school.
- At least three letters of recommendation.
- Medical school transcripts.
- United States Medical Licensing Examination or Comprehensive Osteopathic Medical Licensure Examination transcripts for both Steps I and II.
All documentation must be submitted prior to rank list submission.
Every application is reviewed with a holistic approach and each applicant’s journey and/or experience with adversity is taken into consideration. A competitive application includes:
• An impressive curriculum vitae that shows a passion for neuroscience, academic achievement, and extracurricular activities.
• A strong medical school transcript.
• Outstanding letters of recommendation.
• A well-written and unforgettable personal statement.
Both programs review all applications received. Interviews are granted on a competitive basis. Applicants will be contacted via email to schedule an interview.
Contact Information
Dell Seton Medical Center Program
- ACGME number: 1804812156
- NRMP number: 1793180C0
- Email Jacqueline Jackson, program coordinator
Ascension Seton Medical Center Program
- ACGME number: 1804800001
- NRMP: 1793180C1
- Email Monica Guerra, program coordinator
International Medical Graduates
The program does interview IMGs. Applicants must meet the requirements above, and in addition must have:
- Graduated from medical school within the past three years.
- At least one letter of recommendation from a U.S. physician.
- A J-1 visa, green card or U.S. citizenship prior to rank list submission.
- An Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates certificate before rank list submission.
Candidates with U.S. clinical or research experience are preferred. The Graduate Medical Education Office does not offer observerships to IMGs.
Acting Internships
The program is always happy to have visits from American medical students from outside universities.
Acting internships offer a great opportunity to experience neurology firsthand and to get to know programs that they are considering for residency. Find more information on acting internships for visiting students.
Interview Process
The interview process will provide all applicants the ability to interview with program leadership, meet with residents and get a feel for what it is like to be a part of the Neurology Residency at Dell Medical School. Interviews are held most Tuesdays from late October through December. In addition, the programs’ residents host a virtual social get-together the evening before the interview.
Frequently Asked Questions
Please see below the list of answers to frequently asked questions regarding the neurology program and the general salary and benefits page for information pertaining to all Dell Medical School residents and fellows. If you have additional questions or require further clarification, please contact program coordinators Jacqueline Jackson, jjackson1@ascension.org, or Monica Guerra, mguerra1@ascension.org.
Application Process
All applications are reviewed by Oct. 1. Applications submitted by Sept. 15 have a higher chance of success.
The application does not need to be complete before submitting to ERAS.
Interviews are held most Tuesdays from late October through January.
One or more letters from a neurologist is preferred.
No, the program only offers categorical positions, which means that matching to the program comes with a matched internship to the internal medicine program at Dell Medical School.
A score of 200 or higher on the first attempt is preferred. Applicants who have failed a USMLE exam should explain if there were unusual circumstances, such as severe illness at the time of the test.
No, Step II CS does not have to be completed by the time of application but should be completed by Jan. 1.
Yes, we offer both in-person and virtual second look opportunities for all interviewees. Applicants who interview will receive additional information at a later date.
International Graduates
Yes, the program encourages applications from IMGs.
No, but the program must receive this information by Jan. 1.
Yes, three years.
U.S. clinical experience is preferred with at least two letters from neurologists in the United States or Canada.
No.
Yes.
At least two letters must be from neurologists in the United States or Canada.
Salary & Benefits
Please see the Dell Medical School Graduate Medical Education salary and benefits page for this information.
In addition to the general salary and benefits, neurology residents receive:
- An education fund, which can be applied to books, board examinations, journals, meetings and equipment such as laptops.
- Meal cards with allotments for breakfast, lunch and dinner for every day.
- Retirement fund matching of 50% on up to 6% of gross income contributed.
- Additional perks from being associated with The University of Texas at Austin, including discounted football tickets.
Neurology residents receive free parking in the hospital garage. Additionally, transportation can be provided for post-call residents who may not feel safe commuting home.
The program encourages each neurology resident to attend one national conference during their time in residency. The program fully reimburses all registration fees, a hotel stay of up to three nights, travel and a per diem for meals.