The Recruitment Process

How to Apply

Applications are only accepted through the Electronic Residency Application System (ERAS) and all applicants must also register with the National Resident Matching Program (NRMP). Please refer to those sites for more information on application materials needed and match cycles.

Successful candidates for our program will be those that:

  • Have enthusiasm for the exciting field of Sleep Medicine
  • Display professionalism, good interpersonal and communication skills
  • Have interest in teaching, including medical students, residents, and peers
  • Are comfortable working with patients of all ages with sleep-related concerns
  • Have intent to continue providing outstanding care for patients with sleep disorders in their post-fellowship career

Note: We are unable to accept any fellowship applications outside of the Match.

Eligibility Criteria

Graduate from one of the following:

  • ACGME-accredited residency program, an AOA-approved residency program, a program with ACGME International (ACGME-I) Advanced Specialty Accreditation, or a Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (RCPSC)-accredited or College of Family Physicians of Canada (CFPC)-accredited residency program located in Canada with:

    • a valid certificate from the Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG) and

    • have a passing score for Step 1, Step 2, and Step 3 of the USMLE and

    • be a U.S. citizen, a legal permanent resident, or hold a visa which provides eligibility to work in the U.S. Typical visas are J-1 (requires Steps 1 and 2 of USMLE and ECFMG certification) and H1-B (requires departmental approval, and Steps 1, 2 and 3 of USMLE, and an Iowa medical license.

  • Meet Iowa Board of Medicine licensure requirements

  • All applicants must also meet program eligibility requirements as defined by the ACGME’s respective RRC