Harvard Dermatology Residency Selection Process-Interview Invites
Applications sorted by school/degree, demographics and signals
Selection committee members complete unconscious bias training
Each application is sent for review by two committee members*
Every committee member uses the same rubric to score application
Selection committee meets to discuss all applicants and select interview candidates
Selection committee co-chairs review applications of all potential interview candidates and obtain further information
Committee co-chairs determine final list of interview invites
*Some applications may not go to review at committee co-chairs’ discretion
Harvard Dermatology Residency Selection-Rank List Process
Applications of those invited to interview are reviewed by every interviewer
Every interviewer completes extended unconscious bias training
Interviewers are assigned in groups of 3-4 to interview every applicant using structured behavioral style questions
Interview committee meets to create rank list using application and interview scores, and holistic discussion.
Selection committee co-chairs obtain further information if needed
Selection committee co-chairs determine final rank list