GME Position Allocation Committee (GMEPAC)

GMEPAC Scope

• In scope: ACGME-accredited programs and positions; CODA-accredited programs and positions; programs transitioning from non-ACGME to ACGME accreditation

• Out of scope: Non-ACGME programs and positions. Refer to the Non-ACGME Program Fellow Complement Expansion Questions and Guidelines on the Non-ACGME Program Resources page for funding guidelines for new non-ACGME programs and program expansions. 

GMEPAC Application Process for 2025-2026 (AY26)

Please review the following information regarding the GMEPAC application process for AY26.

1.  Review GMEPAC AY26 Timeline and Process
   • The GMEPAC process does not cover the VA.  To discuss VA changes or funding, please contact Cindy Hamra.
2. Complete the GMEPAC Application for the second round of AY26 requests (due December 6, 2024)
   • Applications are submitted via a Google form.  To review the questions as a Word document, please contact Amanda Easton.
3. Complete the Allocation Tool (updated process for second round of AY26 requests)
   • Download the GMEPAC AY26 Allocation Tool via the ‘Save As’ function.
   • Note the ‘Allocation Tables’ and ‘Multi-Year Allocation Tables’ tabs at the bottom of the workbook. Select the ‘Allocation Tables’ tab for a one time request. Select the ‘Multi-Year Allocation Tables’ tab for a request that will be implemented across multiple academic years.
   • Select your program from the drop-down at the top of your corresponding tab. This will auto-populate your approved Single-Source Agreement for AY25 (which will be the baseline for your AY26 request).
   • Review the detailed instructions next to each table for guidance on how to complete each table/section of the tool.
   • Upload the completed allocation table with your application on Google forms.
4. You may also upload additional supporting documentation with the application.
5. The Program Director must discuss the application with all stakeholders [Department Chair, Division Head/Chief, Vice Chair for Administration and Finance, Hospital Medical Director(s)] in advance of submission.
6. Following submission of your application, GME will contact you to schedule a meeting to review your application and allocations, prior to the GMEPAC meeting.

GMEPAC Resources

• Learn more about the GMEPAC Committee (charge, members, meeting schedule)
• GMEPAC Process for AY26 Lunch & Learn (April 18, 2024): Presentation Slides and Recording
• GME Process for ACGME Trainee Complement Increase (updated 4/23/2023)