Indiana University School of Medicine has a strong record of matching students to their top choice for residency programs both in Indiana and across the country. In 2021, approximately 86 IU School of Medicine graduates chose to remain in Indiana for their residency training, demonstrating that the school is fulfilling its commitment to prepare the next generation of physicians who will care for Hoosiers. At the same time, IU School of Medicine is sending students to some of the most competitive residency programs throughout the country—proof that IU medical students receive an education that empowers them to be successful in any discipline and at any location.
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2021 Celebration
During a virtual celebration due to the COVID-19 pandemic, 337 medical students learned where they are headed for their residency training.
Blog Posts: Student Matches
IU School of Medicine celebrates Match Day 2021
The wait is over for 337 Indiana University School of Medicine students who learned their residency futures during a virtual Match Day event on Friday, March 19, 2021.
IU School of Medicine | Mar 19, 2021
Spirit of Medicine
Mentoring makes the Match: Student reflects on achievements at IU School of Medicine
Areisa Peters grew up in a family who encouraged her love of science and medicine every step of the way. Now Peters is celebrating her match into OB-GYN at the University of Florida, one of the top 50 programs in the nation.
Susanna Scott | Mar 19, 2021
Spirit of Medicine
Elite swimmer motivated by medical setbacks to pursue career as healer
Many medical students take a gap year during their education, often to pursue research or other career-building opportunities. For Chip Peterson, he spent several years before medical school cultivating a different kind of career: professional open-water swimming.
Christina Griffiths | Mar 18, 2021
MD Student News
It’s a Match: High school sweethearts to celebrate fourth graduation together at IU School of Medicine
The first graduation Sarina Masso Maldonado and Carlos Martinez Licha celebrated together was in kindergarten. Now married, Carlos and Sarina will celebrate their fourth dual graduation ceremony--from Indiana University School of Medicine. They will begin their careers as physicians with residencies at San Antonio Military Medical Center.
Laura Gates | Mar 02, 2021
2021 Match Data
337
students matched in 2021
86
students remaining at IU for residency
285
new physicians coming to IU for residency
42%
matched into primary care