University of Michigan Program
About This Program
The University of Michigan PHO Fellowship offers unmatched training at a top-ranked children's hospital and NCI-designated cancer center. We're Michigan's only COG Phase I site and home to the Chad Carr Pediatric Brain Tumor Center. Fellows gain access to cutting-edge therapies and a rich research environment. Nearby cities like Ann Arbor, Ypsilanti, Livonia, Detroit, and Brighton offer inclusive, vibrant communities for individuals and families alike.
Program Statistics
Types of Graduates
Resident Gender
Contact Information
Program Director
Andrea Teresa Franson, MD, MS
Michigan Med Univ of Michigan
Primary Program Contact
Melissa M Rickelmann, AH
Michigan Med Univ of Michigan
Locations
Michigan Med Univ of Michigan
MPB D4202 SPC 5718
1500 E Medical Center Dr
Ann Arbor, MI 48109
Application Information
Participates In
Doesn't Participate In
- Main Match of the National Resident Matching Program (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 1 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: Clinical experience in the US
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 1, 2025
Interview Period Starts
Aug 25, 2025 - Oct 17, 2025
2027 - 2028
Application Due
Oct 1, 2026
Interview Period Starts
Aug 25, 2026 - Oct 17, 2026
Average PGY-1 Educational Environment
Employment Policies & Benefits
Educational Benefits
Tracks & Educational Features
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
Salary Compensation
PGY-4 through PGY-6
Salary paid by a non-profit institution.
Vacation & Sick Days
Residents receive 28 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.