Applicant Information

overview

The UW Rheumatology Fellowship Program, as part of the University of Washington, is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity in our program and encourage applications from all people, regardless of race, sex, or other identity, including those from backgrounds facing health inequity in the US and/or underrepresented in health care and health research. All eligible applications undergo rigorous, bias-reduced, holistic review.

Applicants selected for interview will meet virtually with Program faculty and fellows, observe a didactic session, discuss career goals, and learn about the unique opportunities UW and Seattle have to offer. We do not use artificial intelligence in our selection process.

We participate in the ERAS® - Electronic Residency Application Service through the Association of American Medical Colleges and the National Resident Matching Program (NRMP).  

Applications are only accepted via the ERAS® online application system. 

Academic Year 2026-2027 Interview Dates:

Invitations to interview will be sent via Thalamus in mid-August. Interviews will run from approximately 8:00am to 2:30pm Pacific Standard Time (PST) and will be held virtually. 

Interview Dates:

• Tuesday, August 26, 2025
• Tuesday, September 2, 2025
• Tuesday, September 16, 2025
• Tuesday, September 23, 2025
• Tuesday, October 7, 2025
• Tuesday, October 14, 2025

Required Documents

Submit the following documents on ERAS:

1. Current copy of your curriculum vitae
2. Research experience
3. Personal statement to contain the following information:
   1. Clinical and/or research interests
   2. Potential mentors you would like to meet at UW
   3. Long-term career goals
   4. Why you are interested in our training program
4. Three (3) letters of recommendation
5. Official medical school transcript
6. Passport style photograph
7. Training verification from medical school and residency program
8. Relevant and updated test scores such as U.S. Medical Licensing Examination transcripts (steps 1, 2 and 3)
9. ECFMG Certificate and Visa Status if applicable*

VISAS

We accept applications for J-1 visa sponsorship. Due to constraints with visa processing, applicants who hold H1-B visas are welcome to apply with the realization that we will consider such candidates only if they have outstanding and unique credentials. 

UW Hiring Policies

The University of Washington reaffirms its policy of equal opportunity regardless of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, or status as a protected veteran. This policy applies to all programs and facilities, including, but not limited to, admissions, educational programs, employment, and patient and hospital services. Any discriminatory action can be a cause for disciplinary action. Discrimination is prohibited by:

• Washington State Gubernatorial Executive Orders No. 89-01 and 93-07,
• Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964,
• Washington State Law Against Discrimination RCW 49.60,
• Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972,
• State of Washington Gender Equity in Higher Education Act of 1989,
• Sections 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973,
• Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990,
• Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967 as amended,
• Age Discrimination Act of 1975,
• Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act of 1972 as amended,
• other federal and state statutes, regulations, and
• University policy.

The University of Washington is committed to providing access, and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities.

For information or to request disability accommodation contact:

• Disability Services Office (non-matriculated students, employees and members of the public) at: 206.543.6450/V, 206.685.7264 (FAX), or e-mail at dso@uw.edu.

Questions?

Email Program Manager, Tiffany Wallace, at twalla@uw.edu