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Otolaryngology Specialty at a Glance

Students interested in a career in Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery (OHNS) should take electives that will prepare them for a lifelong career in OHNS. Students are encouraged to speak with a career mentor early in Phase 2 for guidance in this highly competitive specialty.

*Match statistics for each specialty are provided the National Resident Matching Program (NRMP) Charting Outcomes in the Match, most recently published in August 2024.
**Program signals represent the 2025 application season.

Match Statistics 

Mean USMLE Step 2 CK: 256
Average number of research experiences: 7.1
Average number of abstracts, presentations and publications: 20.0
Program signals for 2025 Match: 25