University of Chicago
The University of Chicago Child Neurology residency in Chicago, IL is listed by AAMC with ERAS status “Participating” for the 2027 cycle. Use the official program page for curriculum, training sites, eligibility, and current contacts.
About the program
The University of Chicago's ACGME-accredited 5-year Child Neurology Residency is run through the Department of Pediatrics: two years of general pediatrics, then three years of child neurology, with board eligibility in both pediatrics and neurology with special qualification in child neurology. The program matches two residents per year and states aims including evidence-based care, serving underserved communities, health equity and research training. A scholarly project is a graduation requirement, with quality improvement, clinical research and implementation science at Comer Children's Hospital.
Summarized from the program’s official website. Confirm details with the program.
Program highlights
- A scholarly project is required for graduation: come with a QI, clinical research or implementation science idea and ask about mentorship.
- Mission centres on physician-scientists and clinical leaders; emphasise research and leadership goals.
- Program aims explicitly cite serving underserved communities and health equity - connect advocacy experience.
- Combined Pediatrics/Child Neurology interview days run in a single day, with six dates in Nov-Dec.
- No minimum USMLE/COMLEX score; at least three letters required; J-1 visas preferred for sponsorship.
- Ask how the transition into the PGY-3 child neurology year is structured after the pediatrics years.
PGY salaries
PGY salaries have not been verified for this program.
Program leadership and contact
- Program director
- Moon Hee Hur, MD
Program and application links
Review the official program page for training sites, curriculum, eligibility, required documents, deadlines, interview policy, visa sponsorship, and current openings.
How to apply to this residency
- Register with ERAS, the application service of the AAMC, and with the NRMP Main Residency Match.
- Apply to this program through ERAS during the application season, with the documents it asks for.
- If you interview here, rank the program on your NRMP rank order list by the deadline; Match results are released in March.
Deadlines, required documents, interview policy and visa sponsorship differ between programs and years. The program’s own website is the authority.
Prepare your application
- The NRMP Residency Match, explained
- Residency interview preparation: a four-week plan and question bank
- Residency interview strategies for USMLE candidates
- How to create a resume or CV for residency
- The Dean's letter (MSPE): what it is and how to get it from your medical school
- After the interview: highlight your strengths and send thank-you letters
- NRMP ranking algorithm & rank-list strategy
- Save money on USMLE and interview travel
- Study books by exam
- International medical graduates: ECFMG and visas
Questions to ask this program
Strong applicants use the interview to learn how a program trains its residents. Questions worth asking:
- How much autonomy do residents have at each training level, and how is supervision handled?
- Where do graduates go next: practice, fellowship or academic positions? Ask for recent examples.
- What are the call and night-float schedules, and how many hours do residents typically work?
- How are residents supported in preparing for board exams, and what is the program’s recent pass rate?
- What research, quality improvement or teaching opportunities are protected with time?
- What benefits, parental leave and wellness support does the program provide?
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Frequently asked questions
How do I apply to the University of Chicago Child Neurology residency?
This directory lists the program in the NRMP Main Residency Match. Use the program and application links on this page for the current instructions, deadlines and required documents.
How long is the University of Chicago Child Neurology residency?
The program length recorded for this entry is 5 years (2 pediatrics + 3 child neurology). Confirm it with the program.
How many positions does the University of Chicago Child Neurology residency offer?
The directory records 2 position(s) per year. Positions can change from year to year, so confirm for the cycle you are applying to.
What does the University of Chicago Child Neurology residency pay?
Salaries have not been verified for this program. Many institutions publish a resident and fellow salary schedule on their graduate medical education office page.