Medical Students
Are you a medical student who wants to learn more about radiation oncology? Learn more about the field, explore FAQ’s on application and interview processes and hear from radiation oncologists about what it’s like to treat and cure cancer patients. In addition, take advantage of helpful resources for medical students interested in radiation oncology including free ASTRO membership.
Watch These Short Videos to Hear from Practicing Radiation Oncologists
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Becoming a Radiation Oncologist
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Careers in Radiation Oncology
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The Future of Radiation Oncology
Hear from radiation oncologist about what they find most exciting about the future of cancer care
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Medical Students Q&A
Join us for our bi-monthly Medical Student Q&A where you will have the opportunity to meet faculty and resident radiation oncologists.
RadOnc Resident Roundtable
Check out the new video series featuring radiation oncologist residents who answer frequently asked questions about careers in radiation oncology.
Learn About the Field of Radiation Oncology
Are you considering pursuing a career in radiation oncology? Watch this two-part overview of the field of radiation oncology for medical students.
Find a Mentor
Are you considering a career in radiation oncology but don’t know where to start? Mentor Match provides a vehicle to connect with mentors on a number of diverse topics.
Match Stories
Read match stories from radiation oncology residents on how they made their decision to choose radiation oncology as their specialty.
DEI for Students
Learn more about some of ASTRO's DEI efforts that may be of interest to medical students considering a career in radiation oncology.More Resources
Residency Match Tips
View the latest guidelines and best practices from ADROP and ARRO on utilizing signal tokens in the radiation oncology residency match.
Residency Application Process Podcast
Program Director Dr. Christina Henson discusses everything you always wanted to know, but were afraid to ask about the radiation oncology residency application process.Journal Collections
Find select journal collections of interest to medical students including insights about the match and the radiation oncology workforce, as well as diversity and inclusion in field.Residency Opportunities Podcasts
ADROP president Dr. Emma Fields discusses ways for medical students to research their residency opportunities and shares interview tips.Virtual Shadowing
Watch this episode from Medical Marvels that gives an overview of the field of radiation oncology from a practicing radiation oncologist.ASTRO-BCRF Trainee Travel Awards
Learn more about the ASTRO-BCRF Annual Meeting Trainee Travel Awards to support engagement of students and residents at ASTRO 2025.Free Student Memberships Available
U.S. and international medical students enrolled full-time in an accredited school of medicine, graduate students enrolled in a doctoral program and PGY-1 residents are eligible for Student/Graduate Student membership. Undergraduate students considering a career in research and medicine are also eligible to join ASTRO in this membership category.Virtual RO Rotation
The radoncvirtual website contains links to programs that are currently offering virtual medical student rotations in radiation oncology and also features additional resources that may be useful for students.Frequently Asked Questions
Explore frequently asked questions on the field and how to get involved, careers in radiation oncology and the application and interview processes.Diversity and Inclusion
ASTRO is committed to promoting diversity, health equity and inclusion within the organization as well as the field of radiation oncology.Climate Change Statement
Discover how ASTRO is actively engaging in advancing awareness and implementing sustainable, equitable practices within radiation oncology to address climate change.
