Match 2025 was the largest in historyThe 2025 Main Residency Match shattered previous records, making it the largest Match in the NRMP’s 73-year history. The 2025 Match saw 52,498 registered applicants, which is 2,085 more than last year, also marking a 4.1 percent jump. Primary care keeps growingPrimary care remains a cornerstone of the US healthcare system, and the 2025 Match reinforced its importance. Emergency medicine is making a comebackAfter several years of uncertainty, emergency medicine showed strong signs of recovery in the 2025 Match, according to the NRMP. Match 2025 brought exciting developments that reflect a growing, evolving medical field with more opportunities for aspiring physicians than ever before.