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. 2019 Feb;11(1):30–35. doi: 10.4300/JGME-D-18-00397.1

Table.

Residency Match Applicant Metrics

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  • USMLE score

  • Class rank

  • GPA

  • Medical school reputation

  • Current geographic location (without knowledge of actual geographic preference)

  • AOA status

  • Number of publications

  • Letters of recommendation

  • Personal recommendations

  • Personal statement

  • Qualitative performance reviews

  • Awards

  • Volunteer activities

  • Research interest

  • Extraordinary life experience

Abbreviations: USMLE, United States Medical Licensing Examination; GPA, grade point average; AOA, Alpha Omega Alpha.