How to Apply
Four residents match into our residency program each year, and residency appointments begin on June 23 each year. Subsequent appointments at each advancing level are contingent upon individual performance.
2027 Urology Match
Application Requirements
Applications for positions will be processed electronically through the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS) and include:
- ERAS application
- Curriculum vitae
- Medical school transcripts
- USMLE and/or COMLEX transcripts
- Personal statement
- At least three letters of recommendation
- Medical Student Performance Evaluation
An interview is required for appointment to the program. Interviews are offered by personal invitation following a comprehensive review of application materials.
For the 2026-2027 residency interview cycle, Northwestern Urology will offer in-person interviews only. Interviews will be held on November 18th, 19th, and 20th. Discounted lodging is available on first come basis. Additionally, rooming with a northwestern resident might be possible.
2027 Urology Residency Match Program Schedule
| June 24, 2026 | Urology Registration opens for Programs & Applicants |
| September 2, 2026 | Applicants Signaling Opens |
| September 23, 2026 | Programs start receiving applications & preference signals |
| October 23, 2026 | All programs offer interview |
| October 26, 2026 | All applicants accept or reject interview offers |
| October 27, 2026 | "Flush Day" Students may release previously accepted interview slots in favor of any invitations offered to them off a waitlist. |
| November 20, 2026 | Urology Preference List Phase begins for Programs & Applicants |
| December 28, 2026 |
Registration Deadline Preference List Deadline |
| February 1, 2027 | Urology Match Results Announced emails sent & results posted |
For more information on resident policies and procedures, visit McGaw Center for Northwestern University. If you’re looking for information on how to apply for fourth-year urology electives, visit our Clerkships page.