How to Apply | Allergy and Immunology Fellowship | Academic Programs | Department of Pediatrics | UC Davis Health

The Allergy and Immunology Fellowship is open to applicants who have completed a residency in Internal Medicine (IM), Pediatrics (Peds), or Internal Medicine-Pediatrics (Med/Peds). In our commitment to a diverse fellowship applicant pool and equity in our reviews, we alternate acceptance each year between candidates who have completed a Pediatrics or IM residency (or mixed).

For 2024, we plan to interview and accept Peds candidates only.

The UC Davis Allergy and Immunology Fellowship participates in the National Resident Matching Program (NRMP) Pediatrics Specialties Fall Match. All applications are through the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS), the online application service of the AAMC.

Eligibility Criteria

As outlined by the ABP and ACGME, applicants must meet eligibility criteria for this fellowship program including:

• Board eligibility or board certification in Pediatrics, Internal Medicine, or Medicine-Pediatrics
• ECFMG certification, if pertinent
• Completion of the ERAS application
• At least 3 letters of recommendation
• School of Medicine transcript
• USMLE/COMLEX transcript of Step 1-3 scores
• Personal interview

IMG - Applying for a Postgraduate Position

Graduates of International Medical Schools must meet all California Medical Board licensing requirements for either a Post Graduate Training License (PTL) or a California Physician’s and Surgeon’s License, and any J-1 visa sponsorship requirements (if applicable).

Visas: A clinical J-1 visa is required for admission to UC Davis Health residency and fellowship training programs. The visa can only be sponsored by ECFMG, which requires passage of USMLE Steps 1 and 2. Applicants on a J-1 with a waiver from the Department of State (DOS) can only be accepted into our programs on an Employment Authorization Document (EAD) or J-1 visa Physician Program.