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

September 2025 (application) | October–November 2025 (interviews) | January 2026 (SF Match)

Four PGY 1-4 residency positions annually; standard resident salary and benefits for duration of training.

Comprehensive ophthalmology residency with integrated clinical, surgical, and research training at Mayo Clinic Minnesota.

--- ## Description The Mayo Clinic Ophthalmology Residency in Rochester, Minnesota provides an integrated postgraduate year (PGY) 1-4 training experience for aspiring ophthalmologists. Residents receive progressive clinical autonomy, high surgical volume, and strong mentorship from faculty across all ophthalmology subspecialties. The program features a robust didactics curriculum, state-of-the-art simulation and laboratory resources, and unique research opportunities—such as participation in the Rochester Epidemiology Project. Additional highlights include support for regional and national conference participation, international ophthalmology experiences, and a three-year continuity of care model with patients. The residency is fully accredited by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME), and graduates are eligible for board certification through the American Board of Ophthalmology. --- ## Due Dates - **Application and all supporting documentation due:** Anticipated September 2025 - **Interview period:** Anticipated October–November 2025 - **Ophthalmology Match (SF Match):** Anticipated January 2026 - **Residency academic year begins:** Anticipated July 2026 *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Four PGY 1-4 residency positions are available each year. - Residents receive a standard salary and benefits package for the duration of their training (four years). - See [stipend and benefits details](https://college.mayo.edu/academics/residencies-and-fellowships/admissions-and-benefits/stipend-and-benefits/). --- ## Eligibility ### Domestic Medical School Graduates - Must have graduated from an accredited medical or osteopathic school in the U.S., its territories, or Canada. - Must have passed USMLE Step 1 (and typically Step 2) prior to starting residency. - By the start of PGY-2, must have passed USMLE Steps 1, 2, and 3 (each within three attempts and completed within seven years), or have passed an accepted equivalent exam (NBME, LMCC, FLEX, or state exam). - Must obtain a Minnesota medical license by the start of PGY-2. ### International Medical Graduates - Must have graduated from a medical school listed in the World Directory of Medical Schools. - Must have passed USMLE Steps 1, 2, and 3 (each within three attempts and completed within seven years), or passed the FLEX or LMCC exam. - Must hold a valid ECFMG certificate. See [general admissions requirements](https://college.mayo.edu/academics/residencies-and-fellowships/admissions-and-benefits/) for further details. --- ## Application Process - Applications are submitted via [SF Match](https://www.sfmatch.org/). - Register as an applicant and complete the Central Application Service (CAS) application, providing all required documents. - Mayo Clinic does not require additional documentation beyond SF Match requirements. - Selected applicants are invited for interviews, which are held in October and November. - Four residency positions are filled each year through the SF Match process. - The academic year begins in July. For application account access, visit the [Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science application portal](https://mccms.elluciancrmrecruit.com/Apply/Account/Login). --- ## Additional Information - Residents benefit from access to Mayo Clinic’s extensive clinical, educational, and research resources. - The program supports participation in national conferences and offers international ophthalmology opportunities. - Training is designed to prepare graduates for either comprehensive clinical practice or subspecialty fellowship training. - The program has a long history, dating back to 1914, and is fully ACGME accredited. --- ## External Links - [Program Overview](https://college.mayo.edu/academics/residencies-and-fellowships/ophthalmology-residency-minnesota/) - [Application Process Details](https://college.mayo.edu/academics/residencies-and-fellowships/ophthalmology-residency-minnesota/application-process/) - [SF Match Application Portal](https://www.sfmatch.org/) - [Stipend and Benefits Information](https://college.mayo.edu/academics/residencies-and-fellowships/admissions-and-benefits/stipend-and-benefits/) - [Virtual Open House Video](https://youtu.be/ki3CUcogcUE?si=aoYYmzYdk1MdyGqJ) - [Mayo Clinic Ophthalmology Podcast](https://mayoclinicophthalmology.podbean.com/) --- ## Contact Information | Name | Role | Email | |---------------------|---------------------------|-----------------------------------------| | Andrea Tooley, M.D. | Program Director | | | Matt Starr, M.D. | Associate Program Director| | | Ashlyn Ruhberg | Education Coordinator | [ruhberg.ashlyn@mayo.edu](mailto:ruhberg.ashlyn@mayo.edu) | - [General Contact Page](https://college.mayo.edu/admissions-and-tuition/contact/) - Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science: 200 First St. SW, Rochester, MN 55905 - Main phone: 507-255-9200 ---

Ophthalmology Residency - Mayo Clinic Minnesota

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