Rheumatology Fellowship Application Information

We recruit trainees to our fully accredited rheumatology training program through the National Resident Matching Program (NRMP). All applicants will be expected to complete the application process through the Electronic Residency Application Service® (ERAS®). Guidelines for submission can be found on the ERAS website.

The following documents should be submitted by the candidates prior to be considered for an interview:

1. Curriculum Vitae
2. Personal Statement
3. Photograph
4. ECFMG Certificate (if applicable)
5. Green Card Status (if applicable)
6. USMLE Scores (MDs): Steps 1 and 2; Step 3 (if available)
7. COMLEX Scores (DOs): Levels 1, 2 and 3
8. Letters of Recommendation: 3 letters, including a letter from Internal Medicine Program Director
9. Visa Requirements: The program accepts applicants with J-1 visa and Permanent Resident (Green Card) status. Allegheny General Hospital does not sponsor applicants with H1B visa status.

Applications will not be considered complete until all of the above-listed documents have been submitted electronically via ERAS.

Candidates selected for interview will be notified via email. Those candidates scheduled for interview will meet with the program director and faculty of the Rheumatology division.

Since the COVIV-19 pandemic, interviews have been conducted virtually.

Application Timeline

Applications are reviewed in July after ERAS opens with interviews held between August and October.

The program allows signaling through ERAS when recommended by the American College of Rheumatology.