Free ERAS Photo Resizer

Crop and resize your residency application photo to the exact AAMC spec: 2.5 x 3.5 inches at 150 DPI, under 150 KB. Free, instant, and your photo never leaves your device.

The ERAS Photo Spec

MyERAS rejects photos that miss these numbers. This tool outputs all of them automatically.

Print size2.5 x 3.5 inches
Resolution150 DPI minimum
Pixel dimensionsAbout 375 x 525 pixels
File size150 KB maximum
FormatJPG

Per AAMC guidance for the current ERAS cycle. Verify against the official requirements before submitting.

Frequently asked questions

What are the ERAS photo requirements?

The AAMC specifies 2.5 x 3.5 inches at a minimum of 150 DPI (about 375 x 525 pixels), saved as a JPG under 150 KB. The photo should be a professional headshot in business attire. Always check the current AAMC guidance for your cycle.

Is my photo uploaded anywhere?

No. This tool runs entirely in your browser. Your photo never leaves your device, nothing is uploaded, and we never see it.

Why does my photo need to be under 150 KB?

MyERAS rejects photo files over 150 KB. Most phone photos and photographer exports are several megabytes, so they need to be resized and compressed before uploading. This tool does both and stays within the limit automatically.

What does 150 DPI mean for a digital photo?

DPI is a print-density label stored inside the file. ERAS asks for 2.5 x 3.5 inches at 150 DPI, which works out to 375 x 525 pixels. This tool exports exactly those pixel dimensions and stamps the file at 150 DPI.

What if I don't have a professional photo yet?

Debut generates ERAS-ready residency headshots from a few selfies in under 10 minutes, in the business professional attire program directors expect, starting at $19. The photos download ready to resize right here.

Still Need the Photo Itself?

Debut generates ERAS-ready residency headshots from a few selfies in under 10 minutes. Business professional attire, clean backdrops, and AAMC-friendly framing. Starting at $19.