How to Apply

For questions, please call 856.342.2922 to reach the Cooper GME office.

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For the 2027 ERAS cycle, applicants are required to complete the MyERAS application.

MyERAS Link: MyERAS
ERAS Program Number: 1403300005
NRMP Program Name: Cooper University Hospital - Internal Medicine/Cape
NRMP Program Code: 1380140C2

ERAS applications must contain the following information in order for your application to be considered:

  • Common application form
  • Three original letters of recommendation
  • Dean’s letter (MSPE)
  • Medical school transcript
  • USMLE / COMLEX Scores (Parts 1 and 2)
  • Personal statement describing your training goals and future career plans

Program Eligibility:

  • Applicants must be U.S. citizens, classified as resident aliens, international medical graduates eligible to obtain ECFMG certificate prior to starting residency training, or under sponsorship of a J-1 visa ONLY.
  • Applicants must have completed their medical school training prior to starting residency.
  • Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
  • USMLE/COMLEX passing scores are required on both Steps I and II.

Contact Information:

CUHCR Internal Medicine Residency Program
Cooper University Hospital Cape Regional
2 Stone Harbor Boulevard
Cape May Court House, NJ 08210 
CUHCapeIMProgram@cooperhealth.edu 

Program Leadership:

Ashok Mandala, MD, MPH, MBA
Program Director
Assistant Professor of Clinical Medicine
Cooper Medical School of Rowan University

Samana Shaikh, MD
Associate Program Director
Assistant Professor of Clinical Medicine
Cooper Medical School of Rowan University