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In early summer 2025, the National Resident Matching Program® (NRMP®) developed and administered a satisfaction survey of Match tools, services, and communications to participants in the NRMP Matching Programs. There were three primary goals of the survey:   This executive summary provides a high-level overview of survey results and identifies areas of opportunity for NRMP to…

Each year, thousands of applicants, programs, and medical schools participate in the Main Residency Match®. The National Resident Matching Program® (NRMP®) is committed to ensuring a transparent and fair process for all participants.  To help uphold these shared standards, the NRMP has released a new resource, Policy Tips and Reminders, to help applicants, programs, and…

Stay Informed. Stay Compliant. Support a Fair Match! Each year, thousands of applicants, programs, and medical schools participate in the Main Residency Match®. The National Resident Matching Program® (NRMP®) is committed to ensuring a transparent and fair process for all participants.  To help participants understand and meet their obligations under the Match Participation Agreement, NRMP…

As a member of the Coalition for Physician Accountability (COPA), NRMP has joined COPA in support of J-1 visa holders and existing duration of status protocols.  NRMP remains committed to working through and giving voice to critical issues affecting applicants, training programs, and match placements into communities across the country.

Shining a Light on Match News that Matters This issue of the Illuminator includes: Know Before You Go! 2025 NRMP Conference We look forward to seeing you next week at the NRMP 2025 Transition to Residency conference at the Westin DC Downtown! Before you arrive make sure you: A very limited number of spots remain,…

During the recruitment phase, programs are expected to offer only the total number of interview slots they have available and not exceed that number by overbooking applicants. If applicants reject or cancel an interview, programs can offer those interview slots to other applicants. If you have any more questions, please reach out to policy@nrmp.org.

NRMP’s Chief of Staff, Olivia Orndorff, and representatives from Pediatrics recently hosted a Q&A on the Voluntary Program Rank Order List (ROL) Lock pilot. This recording features a Q&A session on the Voluntary Program ROL Lock pilot, an initiative launching in the 2026 Main Residency Match® for programs in Internal Medicine, Pediatrics, and Vascular Surgery…

Neurosurgical Oncology is the neurosurgical subspecialty focused on the medical and surgical management of tumors affecting the brain, skull, spinal cord, spine, and peripheral nerves. It encompasses expertise in specialized brain and spine oncology procedures, stereotactic radiosurgery, advanced diagnostic techniques, and the integration of both surgical and non-surgical therapies into comprehensive patient care. Additional information…

The NRMP has created welcome newsletters for participants in the 2026 Main Residency Match: The newsletters cover processes and policies about the Main Residency Match including an overview of the Match calendar, eligibility requirements, NRMP’s program directory, policy reminders, data reports, fees, and support resources. Press Contact media@nrmp.org