March 25, 2026

Event

Phase II Match Results Now Available

Results for Phase II of the Match are now available in the NMS Match System for participating applicants, programs, and APPIC DPAs. Result notification emails have been sent to all applicants and internship programs that participated in Phase II. DPAs also received emails with the full results of their students from both phases of the Match. If you have not received your result email, log in to the NMS Match System to access your result online.

Internship Training Directors must send letters confirming the Phase II Match result to matched applicants and their academic Directors of Clinical Training, in accordance with APPIC Match Policies (see policy #9).

No information on unfilled positions or unmatched applicants is available in the NMS Match System. APPIC will operate a Post-Match Vacancy Service (PMVS) to help eligible unmatched applicants find available internship positions. Internship programs that have unfilled positions may notify APPIC to have them listed in the PMVS. Programs may not take any other steps to publicize or fill available positions before the PMVS opens at 9:00 a.m. Eastern Time on March 26, 2026.

March 18, 2026

Event

Phase II Match Results will be available on March 25, 2026

Results of Phase II of the Match will be released to applicants, internships, and doctoral programs on March 25, 2026.

Beginning at 9:00 a.m. Eastern Time on March 25, applicants, internships, and doctoral programs can log into the NMS Match System to access their Phase II Match results. Results will also be sent to all Phase II participants via email by 9:00 a.m. Eastern Time.

Training Directors must send letters of confirmation of the Phase II result to matched applicants and their academic Directors of Clinical Training no later than 7 days following receipt of the Match results, in accordance with APPIC Match Policies.

Internship programs that have open positions may notify APPIC that they want their positions listed in the Post-Match Vacancy Service (PMVS). PMVS is a process that occurs after the completion of both phases of the APPIC Match, and allows eligible unmatched students to locate vacant internship positions.

March 11, 2026

Event

Phase II Rank Order List Deadline is 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on March 18, 2026

Applicant and program Rank Order Lists for Phase II of the Match must be entered and certified in the NMS Match System by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on , March 18, 2026.

Applicants who do not intend to submit a Rank Order List for Phase II of the Match must withdraw from the Match.

Internships that have no acceptable applicants to rank or wish to withdraw a program from the Match because it no longer has positions available must also indicate this through the NMS Match System by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on , March 18, 2026.

February 27, 2026

Event

NMS Match System Open for Phase II Rankings

The NMS Match System is now open for applicants and programs to submit rankings for Phase II of the APPIC Match.

The Phase II Rank Order List deadline is 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time, March 18, 2026. Rank Order Lists must be entered and certified in the NMS Match System by the deadline to be used in the Match. Applicants and programs that do not intend to submit a Rank Order List for Phase II must also indicate this in the NMS Match System by the Rank Order List deadline.

We strongly recommend that applicants and programs enter and certify Rank Order Lists well before the deadline date to avoid potential problems near the deadline.

We also want to remind you of several best practices that you should use when submitting a Rank Order List for the Match. Information about ranking strategy is available in a previous What’s New article.

February 24, 2026

Event

NMS Match System is Open for Phase II Updates

Applicants and programs eligible to participate in Phase II of the Match can now update their status and profile information in the NMS Match System. NMS Interview is also available to applicants and programs participating in Phase II.

Programs will be able to view and download applications from Phase II applicants in the AAPI system beginning at 9:00 a.m. Eastern Time on February 27, 2026.

All positions that remained unfilled in Phase I of the Match must be offered to applicants in Phase II. Very limited exceptions are outlined in APPIC Match Policy 10b. Additional positions that become available after Phase I of the Match may also be offered in Phase II of the Match.

Programs are not able to change the number of positions offered by a program in Phase II using the NMS Match System. Requests to add or remove positions in Phase II must be submitted by the Training Director to NMS in writing. Instructions for submitting a request to change the number of positions offered are available on the Match website. Requests received by NMS will be directed to APPIC for approval.

February 24, 2026

Best Practices

Tips for Using NMS Interview in Phase II

Internship sites can use NMS Interview to schedule interviews in Phase II, whether or not they used the module in Phase I. Below are some key recommendations for making the most of NMS Interview in Phase II.

For Internship Sites

Before setting up your Phase II interviews, we recommend printing or exporting a copy of your itinerary from Phase I for your records.

1. Consider setting up new interview type(s) for Phase II

If feasible, create new Interview Type(s) specifically for Phase II. This is particularly useful for sites that plan to re-interview candidates, as it improves organization and simplifies importing candidates into your Phase II Rank Order List(s).

2. Create events for Phase II interviews

Add new interview events with appropriate dates and times for your Phase II interviews.

3. Organize your candidates with Group assignments

You can assign a Group to one or more candidates on your Candidate List. You can use groups to distinguish Phase I candidates from your Phase II candidates. If your site used NMS Interview in Phase I, we recommend:

• Assigning all Phase I candidates to a designated group (e.g., "Phase1") to keep them separate from Phase II candidates.
• Creating new group names for Phase II candidates (e.g., "Phase2", "Phase2-Track1", "Phase2-Track2").

This approach makes it easier to filter and manage candidates within the system.

4. Notify candidates of your invitation date

Email candidates in advance to let them know when interview invitations will be sent. Candidates appreciate knowing the date and approximate time, as it helps ensure a fair and equitable scheduling process.

5. Send interview invitations to candidates

Send your interview invitations, and candidates will self-schedule into available timeslots. You can also update an event after it is scheduled and notify your candidates of any changes.

Important: Candidates can only schedule interviews for events that exist at the time their invitation is sent. If you plan to re-interview a candidate from Phase I, be sure to send them a new invitation.

Alternative Option: Delete Phase I Interview Data

If you prefer to start fresh, you have the option to delete all Phase I interview data from the Interview Settings page. This action will permanently delete all candidates, events, records on the message log, invitations, and scheduled interviews. However, Interview Types will remain intact.

Caution: This action is irreversible. If you choose to proceed, be sure to export any necessary records in advance. Additionally, notify your Phase I candidates, as their interview data with your program —including scheduled interviews —will be permanently removed from the system.

For Applicants

1. Confirm your interview details online

Log in to the NMS Match System before your interview(s) to review event details. The most up-to-date information—including meeting links (e.g., Zoom, Teams), locations, and instructions—is always available in the system.

2. Filter your schedule

Use the Filter button in the Interview Calendar to control which events are displayed. You can streamline your calendar by selecting the option to view only scheduled interviews, helping you focus on upcoming events without unnecessary distractions.

3. Be aware of Phase I interview data deletion by programs

If you scheduled interviews using NMS Interview in Phase I, you can print a copy of your itinerary from Phase I for your records. If a program chooses to delete its Phase I interview data, your interview with that program will be permanently removed from the NMS Match System.

February 20, 2026

Event

Phase I Match Results Now Available

Phase I Match results are now available in the NMS Match System to applicants, internships, and APPIC Doctoral Program Associates. Notification emails have been sent to all participants.

If you have not received your Phase I Match result email, log in to the NMS Match System to view your result online.

Internships and matched applicants are encouraged to contact each other to acknowledge the result. In accordance with APPIC Match Policies, internships must send a letter or email of appointment to each applicant matched to their site, with a copy to the applicant's academic Director of Clinical Training, within seven days following receipt of the Match results.

Phase II

Applicants who did not obtain a position in Phase I and internships that did not fill all of their positions or have new positions available may participate in Phase II of the Match.

Applicants who have not yet registered for the Match may register for Phase II with explicit authorization from their Director of Clinical Training.

All applicants and internships participating in Phase II should review the information about Phase II available on the APPIC website.

Internships wishing to add or remove programs or positions for Phase II must submit a written request to NMS. All requests will be forwarded to APPIC for approval.

On or before February 25, 2026, applicants and programs participating in Phase II will be able to log in to the NMS Match System to update their status and profile information, including withdrawing, reactivating, or updating contact details.

February 16, 2026

Event

Phase II: What You Need to Know

Programs with unfilled positions in Phase I of the Match will offer those positions to unmatched applicants in Phase II of the Match. Phase II is a second matching process that will be used to place unmatched applicants into unfilled positions.

New positions that become available after Phase I may be added into Phase II of the Match, and applicants who have not yet registered for the Match may register for Phase II with explicit authorization from their Director of Clinical Training.

Available Positions in Phase II

Beginning at 9:00 a.m. Eastern Time on February 20, 2026, a list of programs participating in Phase II of the Match will be available on this website

Applications

Starting on February 20, 2026, applicants eligible for Phase II will be able to access AAPI to prepare and submit applications to programs participating in Phase II. The deadline for submission of applications is 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on February 26, 2026 (some programs may continue to accept applications after this deadline).

Programs participating in Phase II can view and download applications in AAPI beginning at 9:00 a.m. Eastern Time on February 27, 2026.

Rankings

The NMS Match System will also open for Phase II rankings on February 27, 2026. Phase II applicants and programs must enter and certify Rank Order Lists by the Phase II Rank Order List deadline, 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on March 18, 2026.

February 6, 2026

Event

Phase I Results will be available on February 20, 2026

Results for Phase I of the Match will be released to applicants, internships, and doctoral programs on February 20, 2026.

Beginning at 9:00 a.m. Eastern Time, applicants, training sites, and DCTs can log into the NMS Match System to access their Phase I Match results. Results will also be sent to all participants via email between 8:00 am and 9:00 am Eastern Time. Due to unreliable email exchanges and inbound servers, we cannot guarantee a delivery time for the emails.

Internship Training Directors and matched applicants are encouraged (though not required) to contact each other after 9:00 a.m. Eastern Time on February 20, 2026, to acknowledge the result. According to APPIC Match Policies, internships must send a letter of confirmation to each applicant matched to their site, with a copy to each applicant's academic Director of Clinical Training, within seven days following receipt of the Match results.

Applicants who did not obtain a position in Phase I and internships that did not fill all of their positions or have new positions available may participate in Phase II of the Match.

January 30, 2026

Event

Phase I Rank Order List Deadline is 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on February 6, 2026

Applicant and program Rank Order Lists for Phase I of the Match must be entered and certified in the NMS Match System by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on Friday, February 6, 2026.

Applicants who do not intend to submit a Rank Order List for Phase I of the Match must withdraw from Phase I.

Internships that have no acceptable applicants to rank or wish to withdraw a program from the Match because it no longer has positions available must also indicate this through the NMS Match System by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on Friday, February 6, 2026.

January 19, 2026

Event

Phase I Rankings Now Open

Applicants and internship sites can now register for the 2026 APPIC Match

The NMS Match System is now open for applicants and programs to submit Rank Order Lists for Phase I of the APPIC Match.

The Phase I Rank Order List deadline is 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on Friday, February 6, 2026. Rank Order Lists must be entered and certified in the NMS Match System by the deadline to be used in the Match. We strongly recommend that applicants and programs enter and certify Rank Order Lists well before the deadline date to avoid potential problems near the deadline.

Applicants and programs that used NMS Interview to schedule interviews can easily import their scheduled programs and applicants into their Rank Order Lists. Instructions for importing rankings from NMS Interview are available on the Rankings User Guide for Applicants and Rankings User Guide for Internships.

Applicants who do not intend to submit rankings for Phase I of the Match must withdraw from Phase I using NMS Match System. Internships that have no acceptable applicants to rank or wish to withdraw a program from the Match because it no longer has positions available must also indicate this through the NMS Match System by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on Friday, February 6, 2026.

January 19, 2026

Best Practices

Ranking Strategy and Best Practices

We want to remind you of several best practices that you should use when submitting a Rank Order List for the Match:

Rank All Acceptable Choices

You may rank as many choices as you wish. By submitting a longer list of choices, you may reduce the likelihood of being left without a match. Adding more choices to your list does not jeopardize the chance of matching with your most preferred choices.

Rank Your Choices According To Your True Preference

Don't consider how highly an applicant or program might rank you when ordering the choices on your Rank Order List. Using any strategy other than ranking according to your true preference may lead to a worse result for you.

Do Not Rank Any Choice That Is Unacceptable

Applicants can only be matched with programs that are on their Rank Order List. Programs can only be matched with applicants that are on their Rank Order List. Do not rank any applicant or program that you would not want to match with under any circumstances.

November 10, 2025

Best Practices

Interview Scheduling Tips

Interview season can be one of the busiest times of year for internship programs. From coordinating calendars to communicating with applicants, small details can quickly add up. These best practices can help you stay organized, save time, and provide a consistent experience for applicants.

1. Plan Your Interview Structure Early
Decide whether your program will host full interview days, individual interviews, panel or group interviews, or a mix of different options. Defining your structure helps determine how many slots to create, which team members will participate, and how many candidates you can accommodate.

• Review our Workflow Templates for examples of common interview setups.

2. Notify Applicants of Your Invitation Date
Let applicants know in advance the date and approximate time when interview invitations will be sent. Applicants appreciate the transparency, and it helps them plan ahead. Sharing this information helps reduce stress and promotes a fairer, transparent process.

• Use the NMS Match System to help you email candidates directly.

3. Preview Scheduling Process for Applicants
See the interview scheduling process from an applicant’s perspective by watching our video walkthrough or previewing the booking page. This ensures you know exactly what applicants will see when they receive their invitation and schedule a time.

4. Keep Everyone in Sync
Team Members: Share your interview itinerary with other interviewers in advance, or add secondary users to allow your team to view, manage, and change all interview information.

Applicants: If you edit an interview event, the NMS Match System automatically updates your itinerary, and you can choose to automatically notify affected applicants of any changes (e.g., updated meeting time, added meeting links).

5. Prepare Your Rank Order List
Once the NMS Match System opens for Phase I rankings on January 19, 2026, you can import the applicants who scheduled interviews with your program to your Rank Order List. Applicants not scheduled through NMS Interview can be added manually after the import is complete.

If you have questions about NMS Interview, please email psychint@natmatch.com.

October 24, 2025

Event

NMS Interview - Community Call Recording

APPIC hosted a community call about NMS Interview for training sites on October 22.

Whether your site is new to NMS Interview or looking to streamline your current process, this session showcased how programs can save time, reduce scheduling errors, and improve communication with applicants.

Watch the Webinar Recording

You can view the full recording of the session below:

Watch the Webinar ↗ | Passcode: 2*wAHP9$

Highlights

Below are the key topics covered in the demo. You can jump to the video’s timestamp to watch the relevant section of the recording or view sections of the NMS Interview User Guide or other related pages for step-by-step instructions:

Overview & Setup

• Why use NMS Interview - 00:00:37 | Learn About NMS Interview ↗
• Plan your interview timeline, share access with other users, and configure settings like timezone, interview type, and notifications - 00:02:23 | Add Secondary Users ↗ | Interview Settings ↗

Add and Manage Events

• Add different types of interview events (Open Houses, Faculty Interviews, etc.) - 00:10:39 | User Guide ↗
• Explore the Calendar and Event pages to organize and edit events - 00:10:39 | User Guide ↗
• Preview your applicant’s booking page - 00:18:45 | User Guide ↗

Manage Candidates

• Manage, track and organize candidates - 00:20:25 | User Guide ↗
• Add and invite candidates - 00:25:45 | User Guide ↗
• Manually scheduling a candidate - 00:32:45 | User Guide ↗

Manage Candidates

• Review, filter, print and export your interview itinerary - 00:34:05 | User Guide ↗
• Move candidates to your Rank Order List - 00:35:30 | User Guide ↗

Next Steps

Here’s how to get started:

• Follow the Quick Start Guide to set up your interview schedule
• Review our Workflow Templates for examples of common interview setups
• Get detailed instructions and how-to videos from the NMS Interview User Guide
• Visit our Help Center for Internships for answers to frequently asked questions.

October 15, 2025

Event

APPIC Community Call - NMS Interview

NMS Interview is a module in the NMS Match System that provides an easy and automated way for internships to schedule their interviews.

APPIC will host a community call about the NMS Interview for training sites on October 22 at 1:00 pm Eastern Time. The call will be recorded and posted online for those unable to attend.

The call will cover:

• How to create your schedule, add your candidates, and send invitations
• How to manage and view your schedule in real-time
• New features added to the system this year

For the link to the webinar recording, please see the article above.

July 30, 2025

Event

Registration for the 2026 APPIC Match is open.

Applicants and internship sites can now register for the 2026 APPIC Match

Training Directors of eligible APPIC-member internship sites will receive an email with instructions for registering. The email includes a unique link that must be used to begin the online registration process for your site.

Match registration information and instructions for applicants are available on the Applicant Registration page. Verify with your DCT that you have permission to apply for internship and register for the APPIC Match. Do not register until you have received such permission.

July 30, 2025

Features

New Features in NMS Interview

NMS Interview is a free, integrated interview scheduling tool available to all internship sites and students in the APPIC Match. It offers a simple, automated way for training sites to manage interviews within the NMS Match System. While use is optional, APPIC strongly recommends it - even for programs that previously used other systems - because it improves efficiency for both programs and students. The system's benefits grow as more programs use it, giving students a centralized view of all their interview schedules.

Updates for the 2026 Match

We've added new features to NMS Interview based on your feedback, making it even easier to manage your interviews.

Preview Your Booking Page
See exactly what your invited applicants will see before you send invitations.

Color Coding for Different Interview Types
Assign a color to each interview type to quickly organize and identify events on your calendar.

At-a-Glance Candidate Status: Invited & Scheduled
Easily track which applicants have been invited and which have booked interviews, right from the Candidates tab.

Enhanced Message Log
View a complete record of all messages sent to applicants, including invitations, rejections, and now any changes or updates to interview events.