Knowledge Hub How to Navigate NRMP Match Rules

How to Navigate NRMP Match Rules

Inside the Match Participation Agreement: Clauses Applicants Ignore

Read the NRMP Match Participation Agreement, avoid misrepresentation, post-match breaches, and penalties that can derail your residency.

Does Telling a Program They’re #1 Break NRMP Rules? The Truth

Discover whether telling a residency program "you're my #1" violates NRMP rules. Practical guidance on allowed post-interview communication and pitfalls.

Can I Tell a Program They Are My #1? Exactly What NRMP Allows and Bans

Can I Apply Outside the Match and Still Follow NRMP Policies?

Learn when you can apply outside the Match without violating NRMP policies. Practical checklist, allowed positions, and red flags to avoid violations.

Are Withdrawals from the Match Always a Violation? What Rules Say

If You’re Switching Specialties Mid-Cycle: NRMP Compliance Checklist

NRMP compliance checklist for switching specialties mid-cycle: practical steps, common violations, and what you can do to protect your residency status.