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2026 CASPR match outcomes, the 2015–2026 applicant trend, and per-year fill rates for podiatric residency.
| Year | Applicants | Positions | Filled | Unfilled |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 496 | 561 | 493 | 68 |
| 2025 | 531 | 567 | 525 | 42 |
| 2024 | 552 | 572 | 545 | 27 |
| 2023 | 549 | 570 | 543 | 27 |
Source: NatMatch CASPR · natmatch.com/caspr/statistics.html
Total applicants to podiatric medical schools per year
-41%
Since 2015 Peak
11
DPM Schools
~525
Recent Avg Matriculants
Source: AACPM · aacpm.org
2026: More positions than applicants — first time applicants dropped below available spots
Source: NatMatch CASPR · natmatch.com/caspr
% of residency positions filled in CASPR Match
Source: NatMatch CASPR · natmatch.com/caspr/statistics.html
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