Applications for the Tulane Pediatric Residency Program are accepted through the Electronic Residency Application Services (ERAS) only.
We receive well over 1,000 applications each year for our 9 intern positions (8 categorical and 1 pediatrician-scientist). The primary criteria by which we select applicants for interviews is our ability to help them reach their career goals. Please review our website to see if your career goals align with our program’s training mission before applying. There is no singular way to become an exceptional pediatrician.
In addition to looking for applicants with these specific career goals, we also look for applicants that demonstrate the motivation and work ethic to achieve these goals. Applications are reviewed for evidence of:
- Seeing opportunities where others see challenges
- Experience working outside of their comfort zone
- Persistence in working on difficult problems
- Proactiveness in addressing problems that arise
- Focus on academic advancement & resilience
We believe in a team-based approach in all aspects, and this includes application review.
Our Program Recruitment Committee personally reviews all applications looking for career goals that align with our program’s mission and strengths.
The Interview Process
To start each interview day, you will be able to participate in our Program Director's Welcome, followed by:
- Interviews with program leadership
- A video session describing our residency culture & educational strategies
- A session on the logistics of our program
- A virtual tour of our training sites
Once you have rotated through these sessions, you will have an opportunity to meet with some of our incredible residents (we really do save the best for last!).
How We Rank Applicants:
Interview scores are assigned immediately after your interviews based on your responses to interviewer questions.
How We Do Not Rank Applicants:
- Race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, or disability
- Participation in elements of the interview day outside of mandatory events
- Post-interview communication & thank-you notes
The following materials are required for a completed application to Tulane Pediatrics Residency Program:
Application through ERAS
Dean’s letter
Three letters of recommendation from faculty (at least one from pediatric faculty)
Personal statement
Official medical school transcript
USMLE Step 1 or COMLEX Level 1 (Step 2 or Level 2 required before ranking)
Please do not hesitate to submit your ERAS application on the initial release date – we will send out invitations before some components (e.g. the dean’s letter) are in the file.
Applicants to our StARR Program must also apply to our categorical program.
If you are participating in the Couples Match, please provide the name of your match mate and the residency program to which he/she/they is/are applying in the space indicated on your ERAS application.
International Medical Graduates
We review the entire application and prioritize a holistic and comprehensive review.
Foreign applications MUST be ECFMG certified and have passed the CSA before beginning residency, if matched in our program.
We sponsor J1 VISA only.
Experience in the US healthcare system highly encouraged, but not required.
Observerships and externships are not available.
For More Information Contact:
Meghan Howell, MD
210 State St., Bldg 1, Suite W-122
New Orleans, LA 70118
Program Director, Tulane Pediatric Residency Program
Email: mhowell2@tulane.edu
Jess Mason, Sr. GME Program Administrator I
Tulane Pediatrics Residency Program
210 State St., Bldg 1, Suite W-122
New Orleans, LA 70118
Phone: 504-988-5458
Email: jmason8@tulane.edu
