Supplemental Offer and Acceptance Program (SOAP)
The SOAP Schedule for ResidencyCAS
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Applicants can begin applying for SOAP through ResidencyCAS. Important Note: programs will not have access to any applications in the ResidencyCAS Program Portal throughout the day. |
Monday, March 16, 2026 at 11:00 AM ET |
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Programs can begin reviewing SOAP applications in the ResidencyCAS Program Portal and conducting interviews with applicants; interview processes may vary by program. |
Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at 8:00 AM ET |
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SOAP offer rounds begin. Programs extend offers to applicants, and applicants must accept or decline within the allotted time. |
Thursday, March 19, 2026 |
| All SOAP programs close – applications will no longer be accepted. | Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 9:00 PM ET |
Participating in SOAP
To participate in SOAP, applicants must meet NRMP's eligibility criteria. This includes:
- Being registered for the Main Residency Match.
- Being eligible to enter Graduate Medical Education (GME) on July 1 of the Match year and meeting all requirements prescribed by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME).
- Being unmatched or partially unmatched as of the Monday of Match Week.
Applying to Programs During SOAP
In ResidencyCAS, applying to OB/GYN programs during SOAP follows a process similar to the regular application cycle:
- Navigate to the Add Program tab on the left side of your dashboard.
- Select the programs you want to apply to. Programs accepting SOAP applications will have SOAP included in their program name.
- Assign your evaluations to the programs.
- When you're ready, submit your application.
Application Fees
- If you applied through ResidencyCAS earlier in the cycle, there are no additional fees during SOAP.
- If this is your first time applying via ResidencyCAS this cycle, a $99 fee will be assessed for up to 45 programs, the maximum number you can apply to.
Creating an Account (For First-Time Users Only)
If you are using ResidencyCAS for the first time, obtain an individual access link from your degree-granting medical school to create your account and start your application.
Important Note: data from other application systems, such as ERAS, cannot be transferred into ResidencyCAS.
SOAP Resources
For detailed information and official guidelines about the Supplemental Offer and Acceptance Program (SOAP), visit the NRMP website. There, you’ll find essential resources, including timelines, eligibility requirements, and FAQs.
The Council of Residency Directors in Emergency Medicine (CORD) offers several resources on its Medical Student and Advisor Resources page, including the No Match Monday guide.
The following resources are available from the Right Resident, Right Program, Ready Day One (RRR) program:
- Webinar: Navigating SOAP: Strategies for Obstetrics & Gynecology Applicants and Advisors (February 2025)
- Guide: Step-by-Step Guide to the SOAP Process for Obstetrics and Gynecology Applicants
SOAP FAQs for ResidencyCAS
How will I know if I’m eligible?
The NRMP notifies you of your eligibility for SOAP via email on the Monday of Match Week.
How do I know which programs have unfilled positions?
The NRMP provides a list of unfilled positions to eligible applicants on Monday of Match Week. When you log into ResidencyCAS on Monday of Match Week, only SOAP-eligible programs appear.
Do I need to submit a rank order list for SOAP?
No, applicants do not submit a rank order list for SOAP. Unlike the Main Residency Match, SOAP does not use a matching algorithm or rank order lists. Instead, it operates on real-time offer and acceptance principles.
How do I download my application PDF?
PDF Conversion: Depending on your operating system and the apps you use, you may be able to convert the application PDF to a Word document using tools like Adobe Acrobat, Microsoft Word, or online converters such as Smallpdf or ILovePDF.