Application Process
Eight first-year resident positions are offered each academic year. We accept applications through Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS) beginning in September of each year. When searching for our program, enter our ACGME code 1201600706. Our program does not offer opportunities for observership rotations at this time.
Virtual Interviews for 2026-2027 Match Season:
McGaw Northwestern Family Medicine residency programs will only offer virtual interviews during the 2026-2027 Match season due to guidance provided by the Association of American Medical Colleges, the Association of Family Medicine Residency Directors and the American Academy of Family Physicians. We also want to ensure a safe and equitable experience for all candidates. Please note we promise to provide students with a positive virtual interview experience and look forward to meeting everyone virtually!
Application Requirements
A complete application includes the following:
- ERAS application
- Three letters of recommendation
- Personal statement
- USMLE or COMLEX Transcript
- Medical school transcript
- Medical school performance evaluation (dean's letter)
- ECFMG certificate (if applicable)
We require USMLE Step 1/COMLEX 1 scores to apply and USMLE Step 2/COMLEX 2 scores in order to begin residency training.
Interview Process
All applications are reviewed holistically. Interview offers will come no sooner than 1 week after applications have been released. Applicants will have a minimum of 2 business days to respond to interview offers. Interviews are conducted October through January. An application status update will be sent to all applicants by the beginning of December. If interviews need to be rescheduled or cancelled, we request a minimum two week notice from applicants as per our specialty guidance.
The screening process does not consider gender, sexual orientation, race, religion, ethnic origin, economic status, veteran status, or place of residence. Eligibility is limited to applicants who are no more than three years out of medical school.