Matching into CAT neuro next year after prelim this year

[Protosri]

Hi guys, if I match into a prelim program in my main rank list now, next year am I eligible to match into a categorical neuro program with 4-year training?

Or am I only allowed to apply to advanced programs?

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[NotAProgDirector]

If you only match prelim, then you should try to SOAP into an Advanced neuro spot in this match.

But to answer your question, you can apply for anything you want next year. Cat neuro programs might, or might not, consider you since you'll have already completed a PGY-1.

Don't forget that interviewing at programs while you're a PGY-1 may not be easy. Residency is a job -- you can't just take off as much time as you want.