FAQ Frequently Asked Questions

  • a) USMLE Scores: We do not require specific USMLE or COMLEX scores for admittance to the program. Applicants must have passed the USMLE Steps I and II or COMLEX Level I and II with a minimum passing score as set by USMLE or COMLEX prior to the deadline to submit our Rank List. We do not require Step 3.
    Note: In accordance with the examination requirements of the Alabama Board of Medical Examiners, applicants who have attempted to pass Steps 1, 2, and 3 a combined total of more than 10 attempts will not be eligible for our program.Because we receive 2000+ applications each year, most of the applicants we interview have 3 or less attempts on Step 1, and only 1 attempt on CK/CS 

    b) Years since graduation: Almost all applicants we interview graduated from medical school in the last academic year.

  • We commit to participating in an equitable, transparent, and successful residency selection cycle. We are currently planning both virtual and in-person interviews to allow for students to tailor their interview experience to their decision making needs

  • Yes, please see the “Student Programs” option on the menu above to learn more.

  • No, we do not require it, but residents who are a good fit for our program will be inclined to do so.

  • We have achieved ACGME Osteopathic Recognition. Our osteopathic recognition director is Drew Posey, DO.

  • Yes

  • Rural Program: 1590120C0

    Urban Program: 1590120C1

    Frontier Program: 1590120C2

  • Rural & Urban: 1200100727

    Frontier: 1200100002

  • Yes, please see our resident bio page if you are interested in knowing about our residents who are international medical graduates.

  • We do not require prior clinical experience, whether in the US or abroad. We do offer externships and observerships to applicants who have been invited to interview.

  • No