The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has published a final rule that will end the longstanding Duration of Status (D/S) framework for J, F, and I visa holders and replace it with a fixed-period admission system tied to training program end dates. Below is an overview of the change, what it may mean for … Read More
Information for international medical students/graduates (IMGs) on the Electronic Residency Application Service® (ERAS®) 2027 application season is now available. If you plan to apply for U.S. residency positions that begin in July 2027, please visit the ERAS Support Services section of the ECFMG website for important information. Most U.S. residency programs participate in ERAS. If you apply to … Read More
Information on the 2027 Pathways for ECFMG® Certification and Pathways Revalidation is now available on the ECFMG website. The 2027 Pathways are for international medical graduates (IMGs) who need to meet the clinical skills requirement and the communication skills requirement for ECFMG Certification, or who need to revalidate a previously accepted Pathway that is expired or … Read More
International medical graduates (IMGs) matched to a total of 9,682 first-year residency positions in the 2026 Main Residency Match® (The Match®), according to results released by the National Resident Matching Program® (NRMP®). IMGs accounted for approximately 23.6% of all matched applicants, filling critical roles across high-need specialties and underserved communities throughout the United States. Of … Read More
Information on the 2026 Pathways for ECFMG® Certification and Pathways Revalidation is now available on the ECFMG website. The 2026 Pathways are for international medical graduates (IMGs) who need to meet the clinical skills requirement and the communication skills requirement for ECFMG Certification, or who need to revalidate a previously accepted Pathway that is expired … Read More
The 2026 Pathways for ECFMG Certification and Revalidation are for international medical graduates (IMGs) who need to meet the clinical skills requirement and the communication skills requirement for ECFMG Certification, or who need to revalidate a previously accepted Pathway that is expired or expiring. IMGs also must meet the clinical and communication skills requirements in … Read More
The U.S. Department of State has lifted the pause on new visa appointments—and has directed U.S. embassies and consulates to prioritize J-1 physicians for visa interview scheduling. This means that embassies can now resume booking visa appointments and have been asked to give priority to physicians applying for the J-1 visa for educational exchange. Intealth … Read More
As previously announced, effective July 1, 2025, the Committee on Accreditation of Canadian Medical Schools (CACMS) will assume sole responsibility for accrediting medical education programs in Canada. These programs will no longer be accredited by the Liaison Committee on Medical Education (LCME). LCME accreditation establishes eligibility to take the United States Medical Licensing Examination® (USMLE®) … Read More
Information for international medical students/graduates (IMGs) on the Electronic Residency Application Service® (ERAS®) 2026 application season is now available. If you plan to apply for U.S. residency positions that begin in July 2026, please visit the ERAS Support Services section of the ECFMG website for important information. Most U.S. residency programs participate in ERAS. If you … Read More
The online application for 2025 Pathways for ECFMG® Certification and Pathways Revalidation will close on May 31, 2025. If you are an international medical student or graduate (IMG) applying to meet the requirements of the 2025 Pathways for ECFMG Certification or Pathways Revalidation, please be advised that your application and all information and documentation in … Read More
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