Important Update: Change in Process for Requesting USMLE ®  Transcripts

In 2010, ECFMG instituted medical school accreditation by a recognized accrediting agency as a future requirement for ECFMG Certification. The goal of this initiative, now known as the Recognized Accreditation Policy, is to stimulate accreditation efforts worldwide and promote global standards for the evaluation of undergraduate medical education.
The progress to date has been dramatic. Many accrediting agencies have sought recognition, enhancing the quality of medical education around the world.

Advisory Commission on Alternate Licensing Models Hosts Symposium to Discuss Pathways to Licensure for Fully-Trained International Physicians

In 2010, ECFMG instituted medical school accreditation by a recognized accrediting agency as a future requirement for ECFMG Certification. The goal of this initiative, now known as the Recognized Accreditation Policy, is to stimulate accreditation efforts worldwide and promote global standards for the evaluation of undergraduate medical education.
The progress to date has been dramatic. Many accrediting agencies have sought recognition, enhancing the quality of medical education around the world.

Detailed Information on the 2025 Pathways for ECFMG Certification and On-line Application Now Available

In 2010, ECFMG instituted medical school accreditation by a recognized accrediting agency as a future requirement for ECFMG Certification. The goal of this initiative, now known as the Recognized Accreditation Policy, is to stimulate accreditation efforts worldwide and promote global standards for the evaluation of undergraduate medical education.
The progress to date has been dramatic. Many accrediting agencies have sought recognition, enhancing the quality of medical education around the world.

IMGs Show Strong Performance in 2024 Match

In 2010, ECFMG instituted medical school accreditation by a recognized accrediting agency as a future requirement for ECFMG Certification. The goal of this initiative, now known as the Recognized Accreditation Policy, is to stimulate accreditation efforts worldwide and promote global standards for the evaluation of undergraduate medical education.
The progress to date has been dramatic. Many accrediting agencies have sought recognition, enhancing the quality of medical education around the world.

Pathways Update: Application for 2024 Pathways Reopened with New Deadline

In 2010, ECFMG instituted medical school accreditation by a recognized accrediting agency as a future requirement for ECFMG Certification. The goal of this initiative, now known as the Recognized Accreditation Policy, is to stimulate accreditation efforts worldwide and promote global standards for the evaluation of undergraduate medical education.
The progress to date has been dramatic. Many accrediting agencies have sought recognition, enhancing the quality of medical education around the world.

Reminder: Intealth Pause in Services

In 2010, ECFMG instituted medical school accreditation by a recognized accrediting agency as a future requirement for ECFMG Certification. The goal of this initiative, now known as the Recognized Accreditation Policy, is to stimulate accreditation efforts worldwide and promote global standards for the evaluation of undergraduate medical education.
The progress to date has been dramatic. Many accrediting agencies have sought recognition, enhancing the quality of medical education around the world.

Notice of Deadline Change: Applications to 2024 Pathways Must Be Submitted by December 31, 2023

In 2010, ECFMG instituted medical school accreditation by a recognized accrediting agency as a future requirement for ECFMG Certification. The goal of this initiative, now known as the Recognized Accreditation Policy, is to stimulate accreditation efforts worldwide and promote global standards for the evaluation of undergraduate medical education.
The progress to date has been dramatic. Many accrediting agencies have sought recognition, enhancing the quality of medical education around the world.

Introducing MyIntealth  – A Revolution in User Experience

In 2010, ECFMG instituted medical school accreditation by a recognized accrediting agency as a future requirement for ECFMG Certification. The goal of this initiative, now known as the Recognized Accreditation Policy, is to stimulate accreditation efforts worldwide and promote global standards for the evaluation of undergraduate medical education.
The progress to date has been dramatic. Many accrediting agencies have sought recognition, enhancing the quality of medical education around the world.

General Information

General Information This statement is issued against the background of concerns expressed by schools whose accreditation status was for a period ending in 2021/2022.   In keeping with CAAM-HP’s Procedures, “An educational programme once accredited, remains accredited until a new accreditation determination is made by the CAAM-HP or the programme itself formally terminates its accreditation […]

Recognized Accreditation Policy

In 2010, ECFMG instituted medical school accreditation by a recognized accrediting agency as a future requirement for ECFMG Certification. The goal of this initiative, now known as the Recognized Accreditation Policy, is to stimulate accreditation efforts worldwide and promote global standards for the evaluation of undergraduate medical education.
The progress to date has been dramatic. Many accrediting agencies have sought recognition, enhancing the quality of medical education around the world.