Neurology Residency Program Application Process
Thank you for your interest in the Neurology Residency Program! Below are answers to common questions about the application process. If you have additional questions, please reach out to our Residency Program Coordinator, Autum Waskoviak, at autum.waskoviak@ttep.edu.
Application Submission
How do I apply?
Submit all required documents through the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS). Required documents include:
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Personal statement
- Three letters of recommendation (one from a program director is preferred)
- Dean’s letter
- USMLE Steps 1, 2 (CK and CS), and Step 3 scores
- Medical school transcripts
- ECFMG certificate (for international medical graduates)
- Medical diploma (for international medical graduates)
Program Details
- NRMP Program Code: 1710180C0
- ACGME Program Code: 1804800168
- Positions Available: Four (4) residency positions per year
- Preliminary Year Required: No; all four years are completed on our campus
Timeline
- Application Deadline: December 1
- Interview Period: Mid-October through mid-January
- Interview Format for 2023–2024: Virtual
Eligibility Criteria
- J1 Visa Sponsorship: Yes, Texas Tech Health El Paso sponsors J1 visas only
- International Medical Graduates (IMGs): Accepted, with a valid ECFMG certificate and medical diploma required
- Medical School Graduation Cut-Off: Must be within the last five years
- Spanish Proficiency: Not required; bilingual staff and certified medical translators are available
- USMLE Step 3 Requirement:
- Not required at the time of application
- Must be passed by November of PGY-2 year to receive PGY-3 contract
Application Considerations
- USMLE Step Failures:
- Applicants with up to two attempts are considered
- Applicants with more than two attempts on any USMLE Step are discouraged from applying
- USMLE Step 2 CS Completion:
- Not required at the time of application
- Must be completed before the ranking deadline
Equal Opportunity Statement
As an EEO/AA employer, the Texas Tech University System and its components will not discriminate in employment practices based on race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or status as a protected veteran.