ERAS 2021
2021ERASwww.aamc.org/eraMyERAS ResidencyUSER GUIDEERAS is a program of theAssociation of American Medical Colleges
ERAS 2021 - MyERAS Residency User GuideTable of ContentsAbout ERAS . 1ERAS Timeline . 1Fees for ERAS 2021. 1ERAS Policies. 1Supported Browsers . 1Welcome to the ERAS 2021 Season. 2Work Authorization . 2Applicant Interview Status . 2Postgraduate Training Authorization Letter (PTAL) Removed . 2Standardized Video Interview (SVI) Removed . 2ERAS Participants . 2Applicant Responsibilities . 3Applicant Type . 4Designated Dean’s Office . 4Phone Number . 4Email . 4Website . 4U.S. Medical School Responsibilities . 4ECFMG Responsibilities . 5National Board of Medical Examiners (NBME) Responsibilities . 5National Board of Osteopathic Medical Examiners (NBOME) Responsibilities . 5Residency Programs Responsibilities . 5ERAS Staff Responsibilities . 6Helpful Tips for Using MyERAS . 7Registration . 8What Applicants Should Know Before You Register for MyERAS . 8How to register for MyERAS . 8Dual Applicants . 11Dashboard . 12Application . 12Documents . 12 2020 AAMC. May not be reproduced without permission.i
ERAS 2021 - MyERAS Residency User GuidePrograms . 13Application . 14General . 14MyERAS Worksheet . 14Support and guidance while completing your application . 14Keeping the Personal Information up-to-date . 14Certifying and submitting your application . 15Viewing Your MyERAS Application . 15Viewing the Curriculum Vitae (CV) . 15Personal Information. 16Biographical Information . 18Education. 18Experience . 18Licensure . 19Publications . 19Certify and Submit . 19Documents . 21General . 21Personal Statements . 22Letters of Recommendation (LoRs) . 24USMLE Transcript . 27COMLEX-USA Transcript (D.O. Applicants Only) . 30Medical Student Performance Evaluation (MSPE or “Dean’s Letter”) . 32Medical School Transcript (MS Transcript). 32Photo . 33ECFMG Status Report - IMGs Only. 34Programs . 35What applicants should know before applying to programs. 35Search Programs . 35Saved Programs . 38Programs Applied To . 40Programs Withdrawn From . 41Payment History . 42Assignments Checklist . 42Assignments Report . 43 2020 AAMC. May not be reproduced without permission.i
ERAS 2021 - MyERAS Residency User GuideWhat Happens When You Apply to Programs . 44Communicating with Programs . 44Message Center . 45General . 45Inbox . 45Sent . 47Trash . 47Create New Folder. 47Interviews . 49General . 49Invitations . 49Calendar . 53History . 56Import Application Data . 56Import Letter of Recommendation . 57Resources . 58ERAS for Applicants Webpage . 58Contact ERAS Client and Technical Support Team . 58 2020 AAMC. May not be reproduced without permission.i
ERAS 2021 - MyERAS Residency User GuideAbout ERASThe Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS ) is a service of the Association of American MedicalColleges (AAMC). The ERAS application suite consists of MyERAS for applicants, Dean's Office WorkStation(DWS) for medical schools, Program Director's WorkStation (PDWS) for training programs and the ERAS Letterof Recommendation Portal (LoRP) for LoR Authors.ERAS TimelineTo view the ERAS timeline, please visit the ERAS for Residency Applicants Timeline page on our website.Fees for ERAS 2021ERAS Residency application fees are based on the total number of programs per specialty applied to within anERAS season. MyERAS will automatically calculate processing fees, tax where applicable, and collect paymentinformation for valid Visa or MasterCard credit cards before programs are applied to. Tax, where applicable,will be calculated at checkout. For more detailed information, visit the Fees for ERAS Residency Applicantspage on our website.ERAS PoliciesAll information regarding ERAS policies can be found on the ERAS website at ncy/article/eras-policies/.Supported Browsers Chrome version 57 or greater Firefox version 52 or greater Edge version 14 or greaterNote: ERAS does not enforce any operating system or browser restrictions; however, does not providetechnical support for Mac (Apple) users or browers outside of the supported options. 2020 AAMC. May not be reproduced without permission.1
ERAS 2021 - MyERAS Residency User GuideWelcome to the ERAS 2021 SeasonWelcome to ERAS, a service of the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC). It is important thatapplicants read and understand how the service works. Thesteps for using MyERAS to apply to residencyprograms are outlined in this guide. Reading this guide may help applicants avoid common mistakes that couldaffect their application.Below is a list of changes and enhancements we have made to MyERAS for the 2021 season.Work AuthorizationThe work authorization drop-down list and checkbox values have been updated to include “National” as part ofthe selection and will now display “U.S. Citizen or National, Legal Permanent Resident, Refugee, Asylee”.Applicant Interview DataThe MyERAS calendar previously only displayed accepted interviews within the ERAS application. This season,applicants will be able to track their interview invitations from programs in a centralized location, regardless ofthe system programs use to schedule. Applicants also have been provided the option to automatically share theirinterview information with their Designated Dean’s Office for additional support and guidance around interviews.Postgraduate Training Authorization Letter (PTAL) RemovedDue to recent changes made by the Medical Board of California (MBC), the PTAL is no longer required forinternational medical graduates entering training in California programs. As a result, all PTAL references havebeen removed. For more information about the supporting documents or new licensing requirements, pleaserefer tothe Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG) or MBC respectively.Standardized Video Interview (SVI) RemovedThe AAMC has decided not to renew or expand the SVI (Standardized Video Interview) pilot in emergencymedicine for the ERAS 2021 application cycle. As a result, all SVI references have been temporarily removed.For more information about the SVI and its determination you may visit the AAMC SVI page for an evaluationsummary.ERAS Participants 2020 AAMC. May not be reproduced without permission.2
ERAS 2021 - MyERAS Residency User GuideThere are many participants in the ERAS process. It is important to know your role and responsibilities to ensurea smooth application process.Applicant Responsibilities ERAS does not set residency program application deadlines or requirements. ERAS is not alwaysalerted to changes made by residency programs. Contact programs of interest to find out moreabout their requirements and deadlines. Also, confirm the program is participating in ERAS 2021before sending your application materials to them via ERAS. This information can be found on the Participating Specialties and Programs website athttp://services.aamc.org/eras/erasstats/par/. This page is updated each season. Additionally, theAmerican Medical Association (AMA) publishes a descriptive online directory of all ACGMEaccredited training programs, found at www.ama-assn.org/go/freida. Some programs have state requirements to which they must adhere to that prevent selection ofInternational Medical Graduates (IMG). Contact the programs directly to find out theirrequirements prior to applying. Contact your Designated Dean’s Office (DDO) for processing instructions and to receive your ERAStoken to access MyERAS.Note: Each Designated Dean’s Office establishes their own procedures for residency applicantsusing ERAS. These procedures include the schedule for distributing tokens, providing resources,and uploading and processing documents.Note for IMGS: Visit the Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG) website orcontact the ECFMG for information on how to obtain an ERAS token via ECFMG’s On-line ApplicantStatus and Information Systems (OASIS) to access MyERAS, check their schedule and procedures. 2020 AAMC. May not be reproduced without permission.3
ERAS 2021 - MyERAS Residency User GuideApplicant TypeDesignatedDean’s OfficePhoneNumberUS Seniors/Graduates(M.D. or D.O.)Most recentmedical school ofgraduationEducationalCommission forForeign MedicalGraduates(ECFMG)Contact most recent medical school of mg.org/erasCanadianResidentMatching arms.cahttp://www.carms.caInternational MedicalGraduates (IMGs)Canadian MedicalGraduatesEmailWebsite Register for MyERAS using your ERAS token obtained through your Designated Dean’s Office (DDO). Complete and submit your MyERAS application and assign personal statement(s) using MyERAS. Authorize USMLE and/or COMLEX-USA transcripts then assign along with your LoRs, photo and anyadditional documents. Send Letter Request Forms to LoR Author(s). Pay fees and apply to programs. Track the status of documents by program under the Programs Applied To page in MyERAS andmonitor the Message Center for information from residency programs, the ECFMG (IMGs only),and ERAS. Return to MyERAS to update your Personal Information as needed, resend your updated USMLEand/or COMLEX-USA scores, and make changes to program selections and assignments asneeded. If you have not already done so, Certify and Submit your application by the end of the season if youintend to import or access your application information in future seasons.U.S. Medical School Responsibilities Establish policies and procedures for document processing. Provides tokens to 3rd year medical school students, seniors and prior year graduates (from theirinstitution only) applying to residency programs. Upload applicants’ MSPE and MS transcript. Maintain confidentiality of applicant information. Provide support and guidance for applicants on the recruitment process 2020 AAMC. May not be reproduced without permission.4
ERAS 2021 - MyERAS Residency User GuideECFMG Responsibilities Establish policies and procedures for document processing. Provide ERAS tokens to all International Medical Graduates (IMG) applying for residency positions in U.S.programs. Support ECFMG’s On-line Applicant Status and Information System (OASIS) allowing applicants toupload specific documents then process those documents. Upload and process all supporting documents received from applicants and medical schools. Process USMLE transcript requests (IMGs only) for those programs designated by the applicant,including requests for updated scores. Sends ECFMG Status Report. Support applicants in the application process. Maintain confidentiality of applicant information.Note for IMGs: ECFMG has requested that all IMGs adhere to all guidelines published on its website atwww.ecfmg.org/eras. Failure to read and comply with all ECFMG published guidelines may result inprocessing delays. Please visit the ECFMG website to review their guidelines and a complete list oftheirservices.National Board of Medical Examiners (NBME) Responsibilities Process USMLE transcript requests (USMGs only) for those programs designated by the applicant,including requests for updated scores. Send NBME Part exam scores, Irregular Behavior Letters (IBL) and FSMB reports to programs, ifapplicable. Maintain confidentiality of applicant information.National Board of Osteopathic Medical Examiners (NBOME) Responsibilities Process COMLEX-USA transcript requests for those programs designated by the applicant, includingrequests for updated scores. Provide NBOME Part exam scores to programs, if applicable. Maintain confidentiality of applicant information.Residency Programs Responsibilities Establish requirements and deadlines for the receipt of applications. Update program contact and listing information like requirements, deadlines, or participating status. Communicate with applicants regarding preferred application requirements and process. Maintain confidentiality of applicant information. 2020 AAMC. May not be reproduced without permission.5
ERAS 2021 - MyERAS Residency User GuideERAS Staff Responsibilities Provide resources such as those found on the MyERAS website, including user guides. Provide technical support to applicants, Designated Dean’s Offices, LoR Authors and programs. Ensure reliable and secure transmission of application materials. Communicate known issues regarding the ERAS system along with any known solutions to affectedusers. Maintain confidentiality of applicant information. 2020 AAMC. May not be reproduced without permission.6
ERAS 2021 - MyERAS Residency User GuideHelpful Tips for Using MyERAS1. ERAS will not collect or process any applicant documents. Supporting documents are received andprocessed by your Designated Dean’s Office. LoRs must be uploaded by the LoR Author or their designeevia the ERAS Letter of Recommendation Portal (LoRP).2. In order to begin using MyERAS, you must obtain an ERAS token from your Designated Dean’s Office.3. Refer to the Applicant data and LoR import sections to understand what material ERAS retains for usein subsequent seasons. Make sure to certify and submit your application prior to season close for if youwould like to import your application .4. ERAS does not set program application deadlines or requirements as they are set and communicatedby the individual programs. Applicants are advised to contact programs directly for deadlines, andprogram requirements.5. You must certify and submit your MyERAS application before you can apply to programs.6. Once you have certified and submitted your application, you will not be able to make any changesto your application outside of the information contained on the Personal Information section of theMyERAS application. For example, the NRMP ID is listed in the Personal Information section. As aresult, it can be updated even after certifying and submitting the application.7. For LoRs, you must add and confirm letter of recommendation authors. When you confirm a slot, thesystem will generate a personalized Letter Request form, which you will need to provide to the LoRAuthor. You can provide the letter request form to your author via email, postal mail, fax, or in person.8. Once you have released your USMLE and/or COMLEX-USA transcript, assigned it to program(s) and paidthe transcript fee, ERAS will send your transcript requests for those programs to the NBME, ECFMG (forIMG applicants), or NBOME.9. Exam transcript requests are usually processed on the same day but under special circumstances, it cantake up to 5 business days from the date of your request for exam score transcripts to be processed andmade available to programs. When new transcript scores are uploaded, the most recent upload date willdisplay in MyERAS.10. When searching for programs in MyERAS, if a program has a status other than Participating, youshould contact the program directly regarding their participation status with ERAS. Be sure to followdue diligence and research your programs even if they have marked themselves as participating.11. Some programs have state work authorization requirements to which they must adhere. Contact theprograms directly to find out their requirements prior to applying.12. Remember to check the Message Center for important communications from programs or your DDOin regards to your application and dcouments.13. Remember to check the Assignments Checklist to ensure that your documents are assigned andsent properly to the programs they are applied to. 2020 AAMC. May not be reproduced without permission.7
ERAS 2021 - MyERAS Residency User GuideRegistrationTo access MyERAS, first contact your Designated Dean’s Office; they will issue you an ERAS token, which is aone-time access code used to register on MyERAS.Note: Your Designated Dean’s Office establishes their own processing procedures for ERAS applicants.These procedures include the schedule for distributing materials, uploading and processing documents.Contact your Designated Dean’s Office to check their schedule and procedures.What Applicants Should Know Before You Register for MyERAS Residency applicants must obtain an ERAS token from their Designated Dean’s Office. If an applicantuses an ERAS token from another school or organization, their documents cannot be accuratelyuploaded. Applicants should make sure they are using an ERAS token for the correct MyERAS season. Thesystem will not allow applicants to use an ERAS token from a previous season to register. An ERAS token can only be registered once. Be sure to enter all requested information accurately. Applicants need an AAMC account in order to register their ERAS token. If an applicant does not have anAAMC account from a previous ERAS season or use of another AAMC service, they will need to create anaccount. 3rd Year medical school tokens will only allow applicants to update the personal information section andupload Letters of Recommendation (LoR) in preparation for the following season. The rest of theapplication will become active the following season.Note: Registration with ERAS does not register applicants for any established Match. ERAS is a separateentity and does not provide matching services. If an applicant intends to participate in a match, theymust contact that organization for registration, eligibility and participation information (Military, NRMP,San Francisco or Urology).How to register for MyERAS1. Go to https://apps.aamc.org/myeras.2. Sign-in with AAMC Account or register for an AAMC account, if login credentials do not exist.3. Enter a valid ERAS token and select Continue.4. Review and accept the MyERAS terms and conditions.5. Review or enter your medical school information, review and agree to the AAMC Policy Noticeand select Continue.6. Review your information and select Continue, if correct.7. If given the option to import application material from a previous season, select the appropriateresidency or fellowship application or Letter of Recommendation(s) to be imported. 2020 AAMC. May not be reproduced without permission.8
ERAS 2021 - MyERAS Residency User GuideStep 1: Select an available residency or fellowship application to import and selectContinue.Note: Applicants will only have access to their most recent residency and fellowship application (ERAS2016 application season and onwards) that was certified and submitted prior to the season ending.Step 2: Select the LoR(s) from the table to import and select Continue.Note: LoR entry
Register for MyERAS using your ERAS token obtained through your Designated Dean’s Office (DDO). Complete and submit your MyERAS application and assign personal statement(s) usingMyERAS. Authorize USMLE and/or COMLEX-USA . transcript. s then assign along with your LoRs, photo and any additional documents.
Any the fields can be updated once you have completed the ERAS application. In addition, you should input an accurate USMLE ID so that you can request for your transcript of your records that will be sent directly to ERAS. “One applicant—one ERAS profile”
ERAS LOR Process: 1. Finalize letter writer’s name in ERAS 2. Give the letter/link generated by ERAS to your letter writer 3. Letter writer will upload letter to ERAS through A
The Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS ) is a service of the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC). ERAS consists of MyERAS for applicants, Dean's Office WorkStation (DWS) for medical schools, . Process USMLE transcript requests (IMGs only) for those programs designated by the applicant, including requests for .
ERAS Fees Additional Fees USMLE Transcript - 80 assessed once per season Fees and Billing Programs Per Specialty Application Fees Up to 10 99 11 - 20 12 each 21 - 30 16 each 31 or more 26 each Payment Method Credit Card (Visa or MasterCard only) Note: Applicants who pay their ERAS fees using a credit card will see those charges reflected
The Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS ) is a service of the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC). ERAS consists of MyERAS for applicants, Dean's Office WorkStation (DWS) for medical . Process USMLE transcript requests (IMGs only) for those programs designated by the applicant, including requests for updated scores.
The Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS ) is a service of the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC). ERAS consists of MyERAS for applicants, Dean's Office Workstation (DWS) for medical . Process USMLE transcript requests (USMGs only) for those programs designated by the applicant,
process of uploading documents such as Medical Student Performance Evaluation (MSPE), Letters of Recommendations (LoRs), and Transcripts of Records on behalf of AUB applicants to ERAS. ERAS 2020 Facts and Figures This year a total of 75 AUB students/graduates applied to the National Residency Matchi
Author Applicants can provide the Letter Request Form to the respective LoR Author(s) in person, via regular mail, fax, or email. The Letter Request Form includes all details needed for an LoR Author to submit an LoR to ERAS on behalf of an applicant. Note: Each Letter Request Form contains a unique ERAS Letter ID that can only be used once in .
