Fellow Candidate Application

Applications for 2025 appointments are now available. As a reference, please select here to view an application form example.

Deadline to submit your application is May 1, 2024.

The following documents must be included with your application by May 1, 2024. Incomplete applications will be distributed. Any missing documents must be provide by the fellow candidate during interviews.

  • Digital, high resolution, headshot photo (300 dpi). Headshot photos will be forwarded to the programs, after an interview has been offered. These photos will be used for AAGL/FMIGS media platforms.
  • Curriculum Vitae which includes your educational pedigree, all abstracts presentations at regional and national meetings, publications, honors, awards and achievements.
  • Three letters of reference. One letter should be from your residency director. The letters of reference must be submitted directly to the Fellowship office by e-mail: fmigs@aagl.org. Letters should be addressed to Program Director or To Whom It May Concern. Additional letters may be submitted. Letters must be submitted by no later than May 1, 2024.
  • Your residency ACGME case list brief summary (1 page).
  • Personal statement discussing your interest in pursuing MIGS training (1 page max, size 10 font/single space).
  • CREOG Scores. Include all available scores and not only the highest.
  • ECFMG certificate (if applicable)
  • TOEFL IBT certificate (if applicable)
  • Official copy of USMLE or LCCE transcript. Submit to the Fellowship office by e-mail fmigs@aagl.org or surface mail at: 6757 Katella Avenue, Cypress, CA 90630.
  • If you are currently not a resident in training, please provide the following:
    • A description of your current practice.
    • A list of all hospital staff and teaching appointments currently held, including types of privileges.
    • A copy of your malpractice policy.

Important Dates

  • Application Dates
    • May 1, 2024: Deadline to Submit Applications
      May 8, 2024: Application Distribution to Programs
      May 24, 2024: First Wave of Interview Notifications
      June 1, 2024: Deadline for Candidates to Accept/Decline Interview Invitation
      June 3, 2024: Second Wave of Interview Notifications
  • The FMIGS match is conducted through the National Residency Matching Program (NRMP). You will be required to register for the match on the NRMP website (www.nrmp.org). Below, please see important NRMP dates:
    • June 26, 2024 – Match Opens
      July 17, 2024 – Rank Opens
      August 21, 2024 – Quota Deadline
      September 11, 2024 – Rank Closes
      September 25, 2024 – Match Day

Apply to be a Fellowship Site

If you’re an experienced endoscopic surgeon looking to be a Program Director and host a  fellowship site, please use this application. Also, please review the program requirements before applying for a new fellowship site.

New Fellowship Site Application

FMIGS Program Requirements