Factors Influencing Applicants' Match Rank Order

Diebold, Steven E.; Mavid, Cecile. T. D.; Ferraro, C

doi:10.1111/j.1553-2712.1995.tb03232.x

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“…Although this latter group of factors was not as popular overall, they appear to be very important to a select group of applicants. In 1995, Diebold et al 1 reported that 62% of their study population preferred a 3-year program, compared to 6% preferring the four year format. Factors under the control of the program leadership include the interview day, interaction with residents ⁄ faculty, and the opportunity to perform a rotation in the ED.…”

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“…The importance of location is a recurrent theme in prior studies. [1][2][3] In the current study, the factors most often listed as one of the top three geographic reasons for selecting a program in order of importance were preference for a particular region; to be close to spouse, significant other, or family; and community supportive of my life style (Table 2). A somewhat different perspective is provided by the percentage of times any given factor was selected as the most important factor, as opposed to the number of times it was selected as one of the top three choices (first ⁄ first + second + third).…”

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“…Several studies in the EM literature shed further light on this subject, but may be limited by the scope or timing of their surveys. [1][2][3]7 Through its multi-institutional design, including seven geographically and academically diverse EM training programs, this study strives to build on prior works, representing the attitudes of all U.S. allopathic students applying to EM residencies. The total number of applicants invited to participate (n = 1,526) represents 98% of the U.S. allopathic applicants to EM this academic year (n = 1,566).…”

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“…[1][2][3]7 This includes the importance of geographic location, resident satisfaction, interview day, and program reputation. For a number of reasons, these studies may not generalize to all U.S. allopathic medical students applying to RRC-accredited EM residencies.…”

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“…Several studies have suggested there are a number of critically important factors in decision-making that are out of the control of any given program. [1][2][3] In addition, the number of residency review committee (RRC)-accredited EM residencies has nearly doubled over the past 20 years, from 87 to 155, increasing the number of available positions from 440 to 1,607. [4][5][6] The result is an increasingly complex array of choices for the applicant seeking training in postgraduate EM.…”

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Factors That Influence Medical Student Selection of an Emergency Medicine Residency Program: Implications for Training Programs

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Howell

Hegarty

et al. 2012

Academic Emergency Medicine

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Objectives: An understanding of student decision-making when selecting an emergency medicine (EM) training program is essential for program directors as they enter interview season. To build upon preexisting knowledge, a survey was created to identify and prioritize the factors influencing candidate decision-making of U.S. medical graduates.Methods: This was a cross-sectional, multi-institutional study that anonymously surveyed U.S. allopathic applicants to EM training programs. It took place in the 3-week period between the 2011 National Residency Matching Program (NRMP) rank list submission deadline and the announcement of match results.Results: Of 1,525 invitations to participate, 870 candidates (57%) completed the survey. Overall, 96% of respondents stated that both geographic location and individual program characteristics were important to decision-making, with approximately equal numbers favoring location when compared to those who favored program characteristics. The most important factors in this regard were preference for a particular geographic location (74.9%, 95% confidence interval [CI] = 72% to 78%) and to be close to spouse, significant other, or family (59.7%, 95% CI = 56% to 63%). Factors pertaining to geographic location tend to be out of the control of the program leadership. The most important program factors include the interview experience (48.9%, 95% CI = 46% to 52%), personal experience with the residents (48.5%, 95% CI = 45% to 52%), and academic reputation (44.9%, 95% CI = 42% to 48%). Unlike location, individual program factors are often either directly or somewhat under the control of the program leadership. Several other factors were ranked as the most important factor a disproportionate number of times, including a rotation in that emergency department (ED), orientation (academic vs. community), and duration of training (3-year vs. 4-year programs). For a subset of applicants, these factors had particular importance in overall decision-making. Conclusions:The vast majority of applicants to EM residency programs employed a balance of geographic location factors with individual program factors in selecting a residency program. Specific program characteristics represent the greatest opportunity to maximize the success of the immediate interview experience ⁄ season, while others provide potential for strategic planning over time. A working knowledge of these results empowers program directors to make informed decisions while providing an appreciation for the limitations in attracting applicants.

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Factors influencing applicants' rank order in the Genetic Counseling Admissions Match

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Selig,

Simonson

et al. 2023

Journal of Genetic Counseling

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Previous studies have identified factors that influence genetic counseling applicants' decisions to initially apply to certain schools. However, research on the factors that influence their Genetic Counseling Admissions Match (GCAM) rank order preferences are limited. The purpose of this study was to investigate these factors via an online survey sent to current students and recent graduates who participated in the GCAM. Participants (N = 415) were asked to rank factors within six categories (faculty, students, didactic curriculum, clinical training, cost of attendance, and general program information) on a 7‐point Likert scale. Factors related to clinical training were most influential to applicants (M = 5.68), while factors related to didactic training were least influential to applicants (M = 4.63). Several significant differences existed between underrepresented and overrepresented applicants; overrepresented was defined as White, non‐Hispanic female. Underrepresented applicants were more influenced by the diversity of program faculty (p = 0.016), students (p ≤ 0.001), and the location/patient population (p = 0.003), while overrepresented applicants are more influenced by program graduation and board pass rates (p = 0.021). The results of our study suggest that GCAM rank preferences are influenced by a large number of factors. Additionally, by demonstrating significant differences in the influence of program diversity on underrepresented applicants, the results of our study suggest that JEDI efforts of genetic counseling training programs should continue to be an area of focus, in order to create a more welcoming environment for all students and to further diversify the genetic counseling profession.

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Candid candidate comments: The relationship between residency program selection factors and match list placements from ranked applicants

Raymond

Sokol

Vontver

et al. 2005

American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology

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Factors Influencing Applicants' Match Rank Order

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Factors That Influence Medical Student Selection of an Emergency Medicine Residency Program: Implications for Training Programs

Factors That Influence Medical Student Selection of an Emergency Medicine Residency Program: Implications for Training Programs

Factors influencing applicants' rank order in the Genetic Counseling Admissions Match

Candid candidate comments: The relationship between residency program selection factors and match list placements from ranked applicants

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