SpecialtyMaternal–Fetal Medicine
Original classificationMaternal-fetal medicine
Training typeClinical Fellowship
Duration3 years (clinical training concentrated in first 18 months)
StartInstitution policy (UCLA GME): appointments run 1 July to 30 June
PositionsAlternates between 2 fellows one year and 1 fellow the following year (from August 2025)
Deadline / application cycleNot stated on official page
International applicantsInstitution policy (UCLA GME, ACGME programmes): IMGs eligible with ECFMG certification (USMLE Steps 1-2) or a full California licence; all IMG applicants must be reviewed by the GME office/DIO before an offer and must meet California licensure requirements to continue training
Visa supportInstitution policy (UCLA GME, ACGME programmes): ECFMG-sponsored clinical J-1 is the preferred visa; H-1B considered only for US LCME/AOA graduates moving from F-1 OPT, trainees already in clinical training on H-1B with enough time left, or physicians of national/international renown (department-funded, case by case)
FundingInstitution policy (UCLA ACGME residents/fellows, CIR-SEIU contract): from 1 Sept 2026 PGY4 $108,102; PGY5 $111,894; PGY6 $115,477; PGY7 $118,801; PGY8 $124,242 (PGY1 $98,466); rising from 1 July 2027 (PGY4 $113,508); plus $8,000/yr Resident Enhancement Fund
Information can change without notice. Confirm eligibility, dates, funding, accreditation, licensing and immigration requirements directly with the program before applying. Spotted an error? Submit a correction.