APPLICATION PROCESS – EMERGENCY RADIOLOGY FELLOWSHIPS
Emergency Radiology Fellowship Timeline
2026-2027 application cycle | For July 2028 starts
Apply directly to programs. Emergency radiology left the NRMP Match beginning with 2027-2028 appointments. Programs follow the SCARD embargo process; verify each program’s requirements and availability.
| DATE/ TIME | MILESTONE |
| September 1, 2026 | Applications may be accepted; program deadlines vary. |
| November 1, 2026 | Interview invitations and open house webinars may begin. |
| January 11, 2027 | Virtual interviews may begin. |
| January 25, 2027 Noon Eastern (EST) |
First fellowship offers may be made. Programs cannot issue more offers than available spots. |
| Within 24 hours of offer | Acknowledge receipt to avoid rescission. This is separate from accepting. |
| January 27, 2027 Noon Eastern (EST) |
Accept or decline any offer made before January 27 by this time. |
| Offers on/after January 27 | One-day grace period to accept or decline, with a noon Eastern (EST) deadline. |
Before you decide
Acknowledging an offer does not mean accepting or declining it. Accepted offers are treated as binding; withdraw other applications immediately. Embargo exceptions exist; please see the SCARD website.
Official websites
SCARD: 2026-27 guidelines and offer rules
https://www.scardweb.org/policies
ASER: application process (page still shows prior-cycle dates)
https://aser.org/emergency-radiology-fellowships/application-process/
ASER: program directory and contacts
https://aser.org/emergency-radiology-fellowships/programs/