How to Apply

Thank you for your interest in applying to the Critical Care Fellowship at Upstate Medical University. We understand that you may have questions about the application process and are happy to provide you with the information you need to apply to the Critical Care Fellowship successfully.

How to Apply to the Critical Care Fellowship Program

Application Process

All applications are accepted through the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS). The deadline for completed applications is Date TBA at a later time. Interviews will be held during the last three weeks of September and the first week of October. Fellowship appointments for the CCM track are out of the match.

The application requires the following information:

  • Official Medical School Transcripts
  • Official test transcripts for all applicable examinations (USMLE, LMCC, COMPLEX, NBOME, FMGEMS, FLEX or NBME)
  • A curriculum vitae
  • A personal statement
  • A valid ECFMG certificate (if you graduated from medical school outside of the United States)
  • A copy of your medical school diploma (if you have graduated from medical school)
  • 3 letters of recommendation are required

Additional Information

  • We review approximately 220 applications a year.
  • We interview 10 applicants per position available.
  • Program Size: 4 fellows.
  • All candidates entering residency or fellowship programs at Upstate on or after July 1, 2017, will be subject to a pre-employment (post-offer) drug test. This includes any prior Upstate resident/fellow who has had a break in service and is returning to employment. For candidates entering residency or fellowship programs at Upstate, drug screening and final results must be available prior to the first day of their program as a prerequisite to employment.