Applying to EM Residency at Joes

Application Process

  • We will accept applications in October 2026 via ResidencyCAS

  • St. Joseph's will accept J-1 Visas but is not able to sponsor candidates.

    • Candidates must be sponsored via ECFMG

    • We cannot sponsor other types of visas

Documents Required

  • Dean's Letter (not required to receive an interview invitation)

  • 3 Letters of Recommendations

  • Official USMLE Step 1/COMLEX Level 1 Score Report

  • USMLE Step 2/ COMLEX Level 2 score preferred

  • Personal Statement

  • Transcript

  • Curriculum Vitae

  • ECFMG Status Report (if applicable)

Factors important in the resident selection process include:

  • Academic qualifications

  • Dependability, responsibility, maturity, courtesy/kindness, confidence

  • Leadership skills

  • Interpersonal and communication skills

  • Sense of humor and excellent work ethic

  • US Clinical Experience