Plastic Surgery

To get the admission into a plastic surgery residency programme at Harvard University, students need exceptional academic credentials including top tier grades. Successful applicants usually graduate near the top of their medical school class, with high scores on the United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE) Step 1 and Step 2 exams. A strong foundation in basic sciences, demonstrated clinical excellence, and a robust record of research particularly in surgery or related fields, are essential and also competitive applicants often have letters of recommendation from respected surgeons, leadership roles, extracurricular activities and a compelling personal statement outlining their passion for plastic surgery.