We receive greater than 1,500 applications each year (of which greater than half are for preliminary surgery), and we interview approximately 50 applicants for 10 categorical positions, 10 applicants for rural track position, and approximately 60 applicants for 12 preliminary positions.
Yes, you can apply to both programs.
9 general surgery positions
1 rural track position
12 non-designated preliminary positions
Yes, we have international medical graduates in both our general surgery and preliminary programs.
No, it is not required to have previous USA experience.
Yes, you must have completed medical school within 5 years of the time you are applying.
Yes, You must pass all exams on the first try.
Mayo Clinic and the General Surgery residency program sponsor J-1 visas only. NO exceptions will be made to this policy.
The application deadline is October 1.
Interviews are Dec. 1-2, 2022 and Jan. 5-6, 2023.
All applications are processed through ERAS (Electronic Residency Application Service).
The certification process should be started at the time of application and completed by the time the Rank Order List is submitted to the NRMP (approximately mid-February). If you are not completely certified by that time, your name will automatically be dropped from the Rank Order List by NRMP.
Three letters are required.