The ERAS (Electronic Residency Application Service) season is a critical period for medical students and graduates pursuing residency programs in the United States. This time can be both exciting and stressful, as applicants strive to present themselves effectively to secure residency positions in their desired specialties. In this context, let's explore the aspects of the ERAS season that applicants wish they had known beforehand and the changes they would make if given the chance to go through the process again.