IOWA CITY — The University of Iowa Roy J. and Lucille A. Carver College of Medicine had 152 senior medical students participate in the National Residency Matching Program (NRMP), or “Match Day” in 2023.
Jordan Haarsma of Solon was among the students celebrating. Haarsma matched with University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics, Madison, Wisconsin for post-graduate training in pediatrics.
Among this year’s class, 39% (60 students) chose primary care specialties, which include family medicine (18 matches), internal medicine (19 matches), pediatrics (18 matches), and obstetrics and gynecology (five matches). 45 will remain in Iowa for their first year of postgraduate training and 31 of these students will train next year at UI Hospitals and Clinics.
Geographically, the most popular state after Iowa for first-year training was California (14). Minnesota (ten), Illinois (seven), and Wisconsin (seven) round out the top-five states that will receive Iowa’s graduating students.
About the University of Iowa
As a top global university, Iowa is the ideal destination for learning, discovery, and innovation. We bring art and science together to create a truly unique interdisciplinary education. With over 200 areas of study to choose from, students are encouraged to mix and match majors, minors, and certificates to earn a degree that reflects their unique interests.
From inside our world-class medical center to the most prestigious creative writing program in the U.S., students have access to quality academic support and are equipped with the tools they need to stand out in a competitive workforce. Our 15:1 student-to-faculty ratio allows students to work directly with experts in their field while earning valuable, practical skills.
Our campus seamlessly blends into the heart of downtown Iowa City, making it easy to access academic resources and belong to a larger, welcoming community. With over 500 student organizations, clubs, and communities on campus, and countless in-town events scheduled throughout the year, Iowa makes it easy to build a network of friendships and connections that last a lifetime.