Criteria and Deadlines

Criteria

Any fellow entering this program must have completed an appropriate residency program.

We take into consideration performance on the Ophthalmic Knowledge Assessment Program (OKAP) test and the U.S. Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE), letters of recommendation and personal statements, as well as Central Application Services (CAS) applications, before extending an interview offer.

Interviews are conducted by invitation only and are arranged through the Fellowship Director's office. Only candidates who are being considered seriously for appointment will be asked to appear for an interview.

Foreign graduates must have a current, valid certificate from ECFMG or have completed at least one year in an accredited internship or residency program in the United States and be eligible for Iowa Licensure.

Fellows selected must apply for Iowa Licensure prior to beginning the fellowship.

Deadlines

• Application deadline is November 15th of the year prior to beginning the fellowship in July.
• Interviews begin on October 1st.
• Fellowships generally run from July 1 to June 30 and decisions are usually made 6 months prior to the start of the fellowship
• For 2015, the rank lists are submitted December 8th and the match results will be available December 15th.
• Orientation for new fellows begins July 1, so you must be available for that start date and be licensed in Iowa by June 30.