Requirements to Apply

Application Process

Pediatrics Residency

The Pediatric Residency Program at East Tennessee State University participates in the  Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS). We will only accept applications through ERAS.

The deadline to apply is November 30th of each year.

Basic Requirements:

  • USMLE Steps 1 & 2 Clinical Knowledge (CK) and Clinical Skills (CS) or NBOME COMLEX Levels 1 & 2 Cognitive Evaluation (CE) and Performance Evaluation (PE) scores are required by February 1st.
  • Preference will be given to applicants who passed the USMLE or COMLEX exams on first attempt.
  • Step 3 is not required, but if you have taken it preferrence will be given to those who pass on their first attempt.
  • Must have ECFMG certification prior to appointment.
  • We can only sponsor J-1 Visas.
  • Previous GME is not required
  • Three (3) letters of recommendation. Letters should be given by someone who has worked with you enough to make an accurate assessment of your abilities. We recommend letters written from the following:
    • Pediatric Faculty Member (at least 1)
    • Non-Pediatric Faculty Member (up to 2)

Other important information:

  • Must submit to and pass a criminal background check once you match with our program
  • Eight positions available for the 2026-2027 academic year
  • We participate in the National Resident Matching Program (NRMP)
  • Preference will be given to applicants with US clinical experience

We will begin reviewing applications for the 2026-2027 academic year at the end of September 2025.



We will begin extending interview offers in October of 2025 until all interview slots have been filled.  However, there may be an occasion when, due to cancellation, someone may be contacted later in the season.

Second Looks:

We are excited to offer an in-person Second Look this year for applicants who have interviewed with our program and want to get to know our team and community better. Participation is completely optional and designed solely for your benefit. It will not impact how we evaluate or rank applicants.

As part of the NRMP Voluntary Lock Pilot Program, our Second Look will take place on February 10, after our rank list is finalized and locked. This ensures that your decision to attend (or not attend) has no effect on your position on our rank list.

 

The General Assembly of the State of Tennessee constituted the Board of Trustees as an entity responsible for the governance of East Tennessee State University. Trustees hold a position of public trust and are expected to carry out their governance responsibilities in an honest, ethical, and diligent manner. Pursuant to Tennessee Code Annotated (TCA) § 49-8-204 this policy applies to and governs the conduct of all appointed members of the Board of Trustees of East Tennessee State University.