[Mayo Clinic](https://www.mayoclinic.org)

January 2026 (application deadline, projected)

Standard GME fellowship stipend and benefits; 2-year duration

Comprehensive fellowship for future leaders in child and adolescent psychiatry, emphasizing multidisciplinary clinical training, research, and professional development.

--- ## Description The Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Fellowship at Mayo Clinic (Minnesota) is a two-year, ACGME-accredited program designed to train the next generation of leaders in pediatric psychiatry. The fellowship offers a collaborative, learner-centered environment grounded in Mayo Clinic’s core values of clinical practice, education, and research. Fellows receive mentorship and hands-on experience across a broad spectrum of psychiatric care, including outpatient, inpatient, and residential settings, with access to specialized rotations in anxiety disorders, pain rehabilitation, autism, and addictions. The program features elective and scholarly time to tailor training to individual interests, as well as specialized tracks in research, clinician-educator development, and Parent-Child Interaction Therapy certification. Graduates are eligible for board certification in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. --- ## Due Dates - January 2026 (anticipated/projected application deadline) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Fellows receive a standard graduate medical education (GME) stipend for the duration of the two-year program. - Comprehensive benefits are provided, including health insurance, paid time off, and additional educational resources. - For details, see [Stipend and benefits](https://college.mayo.edu/academics/residencies-and-fellowships/admissions-and-benefits/stipend-and-benefits/). --- ## Eligibility - Applicants must have completed an ACGME-accredited residency in general psychiatry prior to fellowship start. - Candidates must be eligible for medical licensure in Minnesota. - U.S. citizenship, permanent residency, or appropriate visa status may be required (see program page for details). - Commitment to child and adolescent psychiatry and demonstration of professionalism and academic potential. --- ## Application Process - Applications are typically submitted via the Mayo Clinic’s application portal. - Required materials generally include: - Curriculum vitae (CV) - Personal statement - Three letters of recommendation (including one from residency program director) - Medical school transcripts and USMLE/COMLEX scores - Selected candidates will be invited for interviews. - For process details and updates, visit the [Application Process page](https://college.mayo.edu/academics/residencies-and-fellowships/child-and-adolescent-psychiatry-fellowship-minnesota/application-process/). --- ## Additional Information - The fellowship is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME). - Graduates are eligible for board certification through the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. - Specialized training and certification tracks are available in research, education, and Parent-Child Interaction Therapy. - The program boasts a 100% graduation and post-program placement rate. --- ## External Links - [Program Overview](https://college.mayo.edu/academics/residencies-and-fellowships/child-and-adolescent-psychiatry-fellowship-minnesota/) - [Application Process](https://college.mayo.edu/academics/residencies-and-fellowships/child-and-adolescent-psychiatry-fellowship-minnesota/application-process/) - [Stipend and Benefits](https://college.mayo.edu/academics/residencies-and-fellowships/admissions-and-benefits/stipend-and-benefits/) - [Mayo Clinic Main Site](https://www.mayoclinic.org) --- ## Contact Information | Name | Role | Email | Phone | |-----------------------|-----------------------------|-------------------------------------|--------------| | Julia Shekunov, M.D. | Program Director | | | | Alastair McKean, M.D. | Associate Program Director | | | | Amber Pearson | Education Coordinator | pearson.amber@mayo.edu | 507-284-5916 | For general inquiries, see [Mayo Clinic Contact Page](https://www.mayoclinic.org/about-mayo-clinic/contact).

Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Fellowship - Mayo Clinic

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