Application Information
The Florida State University College of Medicine Transitional Year Residency at Lee Health System (Cape Coral) participates in the NRMP MATCH. Please apply through the ERAS system.
Requirements:
Applicants must meet the following criteria to be considered for the Florida State University College of Medicine Transitional Year Residency Program. ERAS® — the Electronic Residency Application Service — is a service that transmits residency applications, letters of recommendation, Dean’s Letters/MSPE, transcripts, and other supporting credentials from applicants and medical schools to fellowship, osteopathic internship and residency programs, to include:
Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Three (3) Letters of Recommendation
Official Medical School Transcripts
USMLE or COMLEX Scores
USMLE Step 1 and Step 2 CK (or COMLEX Level 1 and Level 2-CE) with passing scores.
Step 2 CK/COMLEX Level 2-CE scores must be received by the program before the NRMP rank list deadline.
Personal Statement
Medical Student Performance Evaluation (MSPE) or Dean’s Letter
For International Medical Graduates (IMGs)
Clinical Experience
Minimum of 8 months of U.S. clinical experience is required.
Eligibility for Licensure
Must be eligible to obtain a medical license in Florida, in accordance with the Department of Health/Medical Quality Assurance Division of the Florida Board of Medicine.
Additional requirements for International Medical Graduates:
Strong Examination Performance
USMLE Step 1 or Step 2 CK (or COMLEX Level 1 or Level 2-CE) first attempt pass with a score greater than 220 (COMLEX equivalent score of 500) is preferred.
Both Step 1 and Step 2 (or COMLEX Levels 1 and 2) must be passed on the first attempt.
Recent Graduation
Graduation from medical school or enrollment in an accredited residency within the last 3 years.
U.S. Clinical Experience
Residence in the United States for at least one year preferably with medical experience.
Additional requirements for International Medical Graduates:
WE CANNOT ACCEPT HONOR, OR ISSUE J-1 OR H-1 VISAS. WE DO NOT OFFER OBSERVERSHIPS.
We ARE able to offer MS3 and MS4 students currently enrolled in accredited U.S Medical schools (allopathic and osteopathic). Please contact us for further information.
Contact Us
Patty Innamorato
Program Manager
Email: patty.innamorato@med.fsu.edu
708 Del Prado Blvd., Suite 1
Cape Coral, FL 33991
Phone: (239) 424-2000, Ext 70601 (admin assistant)
Fax: (239) 424-2052