The senior class meeting on January 29, 2007, outlined important dates and procedures for the NRMP match process, including deadlines for submitting the rank order list and match day information. It also emphasized the importance of program evaluation, preparing for backup plans, and ensuring graduation requirements are met by specific deadlines. Additional resources and FAQs addressed common concerns about ranking programs, certification, and the match process.

1. Senior Class Meeting January 29 th , 2007

2. Schedule: Main Match January 15, 2007 Rank Order List Entry Begins February 21, 2007 Deadline: ROL Certification 9:00 PM EST March 12, 2007 Did I Match? Noon EST March 13, 2007 List of Unfilled Programs Noon EST (Scramble Begins) March 15, 2007 Match Day 1 PM EST (Where Did I Match?)

3. UMSM Match Week Schedule Monday, March 12 Matched and unmatched information on applicants posted to the Web at 12:00 noon EST. Tuesday, March 13 Breakfast with unmatched students 12:00 noon EST: Locations of all unfilled positions are released to applicants and programs. Scramble begins. Thursday, March 15 Match results for applicants are posted on the NRMP Web site at 1:00 p.m. EST.

4. Frequently Asked Questions

5. FAQ #1: Should I contact my #1 program and tell them that I am going to rank them #1?

6. FAQ #2: Should I go back to my favorite program for a ____ visit? ( fill in the blank with any number )

7. FAQ #3: Should I believe all of those flattering comments they made about me when I visited the program?

8. FAMOUS EASTERN MEDICAL SCHOOL GENERAL HOSPITAL Dear Applicant: We have thoroughly enjoyed your visit with us and it is clear that you will excel wherever you choose to go. You represent the kind of candidate that has traditionally done well in our program and we hope to have the opportunity to work with you in the coming year.* Yours sincerely, Program Director * (Note: This letter is sent to all applicants who interview with us, including those we won’t rank)

9. FAQ #4: How should I rank programs?

10. How should I rank programs? What are the main qualities I am looking for in a program? How well does each program rank in each quality? Assess competitiveness Specialty Program Yourself Make your ROL long enough Go for the “reach” program Include a “safety” program

11. How to Compare Programs Qualities: 5=Most important, 1=Least important Rank: 3=Great, 2=Good, 1=OK, 0=Poor 1 6 3 12 15 Total 37 1 3 1 3 3 Rank BMH 3 3 3 2 2 Rank Total Rank Total 4 1 8 Research (4) 21 36 Total points 4 2 6 Board pass rates (2) 2 2 3 Location (1) 6 2 9 Happy residents (3) 5 1 10 Reputation (5) MMC GMC

12. Submitting the Rank Order List Review ROL section of User Guide – http://www.nrmp.org/res_match/tables/2007_applicant.pdf Use your AAMC ID and password to login to the NRMP’s Registration, Ranking, and Results (R3) System Couples must register both partners’ AAMC IDs in their NRMP files Your NRMP/AAMC ID and your ERAS/AAMC ID must be the same

13. Submitting the Rank Order List Remember to designate a supplemental list for each PGY-2 position Include preliminary positions at bottom of the ROL if you want a PGY-1 position even if you don’t match into a PGY-2 spot.

14. Fees Registration fee $40 Late registration $50 additional (after Dec. 1) Couples $15 per partner Primary ROL 1-20 programs: No charge Additional programs $30/program ranked Supplemental ROL(s) 1-20 programs: No charge Additional programs $30/program ranked on all supplemental lists combined Couples ROL 30 programs before extra fees are charged

15. Advice about the ROL Prepare a rank order list worksheet with the correct program codes in order of preference before entering “My Rank Order List” DO NOT INCLUDE ANY PROGRAMS ON YOUR RANK ORDER LIST TO WHICH YOU DO NOT WANT TO MATCH!!!! Be sure to certify your rank order list Complete your list at least a week before the February 21 st deadline

16. NRMP Rules Programs in the Match can take US allopathic seniors only through the NRMP or other matches. You can express interest in a program but you cannot ask how you will be ranked. A program cannot demand to know how it will be ranked by the applicant. Applicants and programs are bound by the results of the Match.

17. FAQ #5 What should my back up plan be if I don’t match?

18. Options Realistically appraise your situation ! Scramble Preliminary / transitional year Find-a-Resident http://www.aamc.org/students/medstudents/findaresident/start.htm Research Time-off

19. Useful Resources ACGME – provides list of accredited and unaccredited programs http:// www.acgme.org/adspublic /

20. Graduation Checklist Complete all required courses and senior credits (deadline for scheduling changes – January 31, 2007) Check to make certain that all grades / evaluations have been submitted Sit for USMLE Step 2 CS and CK Complete the AAMC Graduation Questionnaire Pay any outstanding balances (i.e. tuition, library) Register for graduation on MyUM Submit your name, with phonetic spelling (Agnes) Return your ID badge and security access card to the Office of Student Affairs (to receive diploma)

21. Register for Graduation on MyUM www.myum.miami.edu The process must be completed online by March 3rd, 2007. Sign up to graduate (Graduation date 5/12/07) Order your diploma Enter your name exactly how it is to appear on your diploma. (Be careful, the system is case sensitive). Order your regalia Gowns are fitted by size then height. (e.g. Enter S, M, L, XL etc. then 5’5’’) Indicate how many guest you expect to attend Provide your permanent address

22. AAMC GRADUATION QUESTIONNAIRE www.aamc.org/gq TOKEN: 4ArvR6 Program Evaluation Survey (REQUIRED) This survey is anonymous, meaning that no personally identifiable information will be collected Supplemental Survey on Career Intentions, Financial Aid, and Indebtedness (ELECTIVE) This survey includes personally identifiable information that will be used for appropriate matching with other AAMC data sets for analytical purposes