Information for Students from Non-US Medical Schools

Application requirements:

• We accept applications only through the ERAS system (http://www.ecfmg.org/eras).
• USMLE scores of 215 or above on both step 1 and step 2, must pass CS exam on the first attempt.
• Completion of medical school within 5 years of application date.
• A Dean’s letter (or equivalent) from your medical school and 3 additional letters of recommendation, at least one of which should be from faculty in Internal Medicine (including subspecialties).
• Letter from current or previous residency program director (if applicable).
• Previous US medical experience is preferred but not required.
• International graduates must have a valid ECFMG certificate.
• We accept U.S. Citizens, permanent residents, foreign nationals and international graduates with J-1 sponsorship through the ECFMG.  Abbott Northwestern considers a few select candidates for H-1b visas on a candidate-by-candidate basis.  In order to be considered for an H-1b visa, applicants must have results from all USMLE Steps and their CS exam available prior to February 1st.

After review of these materials we will contact qualified candidates to arrange an interview.