How to Apply

We accept applications through the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS) offered by the American Association of Medical Colleges. Applications are accepted through ERAS only beginning on September 1 and the deadline is December 1. Parkland's general requirements for residents can be found here.

In addition, each candidate:

  1. Must be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident. We do not sponsor visas.
  2. Passed the COMLEX or USMLE steps I & II within one attempt with a score of 80 or better on the COMLEX and a score of 195 or better on the USMLE.
  3. Must have graduated from medical school within the last three years and have recent U.S. clinical experience.
  4. Must be eligible for a Texas License upon the completion of residency, and school MUST be listed on the Texas Medical Board’s list of Medical Schools with “Substantial Equivalence.”
  5. Must be ECFMG certified if applicable.”