Cooper Medical School of Rowan University/Cooper University Hospital Program
About This Program
The program places a strong emphasis on providing a comprehensive and focused education in a small and intimate learning environment that allows for personalized attention and mentoring. We have more than 30,000 specimens and 2 million lab tests. 30 experienced pathologists with different focus areas are united by the commitment to nurture the next generation of leaders. Residents engage in research with our partners at MD Anderson Cancer Center and the Coriell Institute for Medical Research.
Program Statistics
Types of Graduates
Resident Gender
Contact Information
Program Director
Ruth Birbe, MD
Cooper Med Sch of Rowan Univ
Primary Program Contact
Sheree Kelly, MBA
Cooper Univ Health Care
Locations
Cooper Med Sch of Rowan Univ
Pathology Pgm
1 Cooper Plaza
Camden, NJ 08103
One Cooper Plaza
Camden, NJ 08103-1489
100 Hygeia Dr
Newark, DE 19713
204 E Holly Ave
Sewell, NJ 08080
310 E 67th St
New York, NY 10021
3400 Spruce St
Philadelphia, PA 19104-4283
34th St & Civic Center Blvd
Philadelphia, PA 19104-4322
Application Information
Participates In
Doesn't Participate In
- Advanced or Fellowship Match of NRMP
- San Francisco Match
- Military Match
- Urology Match
U.S. MD Applicants
IMG Applicants
DO Applicants
Total required letters of recommendation (excludes MSPE and Dean's letter)
Required specialty-specific letters of evaluation within total letters of recommendation
- Letter(s) from someone within the specialty (e.g., faculty, attending)
Medical School Graduation Timeline
Graduation from medical school must have occurred within the past 5 year(s).
Gap Experience Requirement
PGY-1 applicants to this program with a gap of 1 year or more between medical school graduation and entry to residency must have the following experience occur during the gap: Research or other medical education pursuits (clinical experience not required)
Resident / Fellow Characteristics
Three year averages. Medical school type does not include graduates of Canadian schools.
Types of Graduates
Resident Gender
Program Faculty
Faculty Distribution
Work Environment
NA = Not Applicable
NGO = Negotiable
OTH = Other
Visa Status
This program will consider an appropriately qualified applicant with the following visa or visa status. Contact the program for additional information.
Program Size
Key Dates & Timelines
2026 - 2027
Application Due
Oct 31, 2025
Interview Period Starts
Sep 15, 2025 - Dec 31, 2025
2027 - 2028
Application Due
Oct 31, 2026
Interview Period Starts
Sep 15, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026
Average PGY-1 Educational Environment
Employment Policies & Benefits
Educational Benefits
Tracks & Educational Features
Data not provided by program
Evaluations
Medical Insurance Coverage
- Major medical for residents
- Major medical for dependents
- Major medical for domestic partners
- Outpatient mental health
- Inpatient mental health
- Group life insurance
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Disability insurance for HIV
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Salary Compensation
PGY-1 through PGY-4
Salary paid by a non-profit institution.
Vacation & Sick Days
Residents receive 22 Vacation Days and negotiable sick days annually to support work-life balance and personal well-being.
For more information, view the program's leave policy on their website.