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Policy Tips: Waivers & Deferrals

NRMP Convenes Blue Ribbon Panel to Examine the Future of Family Medicine

NRMP President and CEO Releases Letter to the Community Addressing Congressional Inquiry

2027 Match Participation Agreement for Institutions

2027 Match Participation Agreement for Programs

Policy Corner: Requesting a Waiver or Deferral of Match Results

April 2026 Illuminator Newsletter

Requesting a Waiver/Deferral

NRMP Releases Results of the 2026 Main Residency Match for More Than 38,000 Future Residents

Learn the basics of NRMP’s waiver and deferral policy in this quick-reference handout for applicants and programs. This handout provides an overview of the binding commitment, common reasons for requests, and key reminders about what applicants and programs can and cannot do while a request is pending.

Policy Tips: Waivers and Deferrals Policy Handout Download