
Residency placement will depend on several factors in the following order of importance:
- M.D. > D.O. (If you are trying to obtain an M.D. residency as a D.O. applicant)
- USMLE Step 1
- AOA Status
- Core Clerkship Grades/NBME (Shelf) Exam scores
- USMLE Step 2CK
- Research & Publications
- Other Extracurricular Activities
Related Topics
- What is Important for Residency Placement
- How to Succeed in Medical School
- USMLE STEP 1 (Coming Soon)
- How to Succeed on Core Clerkship Rotations (Coming Soon)