For medical students

Student resources

Tools, templates, and learning modules for medical students interested in psychiatry, applying to residency, or advising on the Match.

Medical students studying together during a clinical learning session.
Medical students collaborating during clinical learning.

Psychiatry Standardized Letter of Recommendation (SLOR)

The updated Psychiatry SLOR template helps letter writers and applicants produce clearer, more comparable letters of recommendation. The template is a Microsoft Word document so it can be filled in and returned easily.

Download the Psychiatry SLOR template (DOCX, 43 KB) (downloads a Microsoft Word document)

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Go in-depth with CSI eModules

The ADMSEP Clinical Simulation Initiative provides free, interactive, case-based eModules covering key psychiatric diagnoses. The modules are built for medical students and are designed to complement clinical experiences.

Explore the CSI eModules

NRMP Match resources

ADMSEP collects guidance and documents for students applying to psychiatry residency through the NRMP Match, including supplemental application guidance, program signaling, the SLOR template, and personal statement advice.

See ADMSEP Match resources

Student membership

ADMSEP welcomes student members. Student-rate membership gives you access to member-only resources, mentorship connections, and a reduced rate for the annual meeting.

Presenting at the annual meeting

Medical students are encouraged to present at the annual meeting. Student presenters may be considered for awards, including the Distinguished Trainee Scholarship Poster Award.

See ADMSEP awards and nomination details (opens the ADMSEP awards page)