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Policy Tips: Waivers & Deferrals

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.
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I obtained a position in the Main Residency Match®, but I just learned that I will not graduate in time to begin training on July 1. What should I do?

The Match Participation Agreement states that applicants must meet ACGME® and institutional requirements prior to the start of training in order to be eligible for their matched positions.  If you learn you are ineligible to honor your binding commitment, you must immediately submit to the NRMP a request for a waiver of your match commitment. You also must request…
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