As we transition to the single accreditation system, we must also consider the requirements and expectations of existing ACGME programs. By 2020, all osteopathic medical students will be competing with allopathic and international medical students for training positions. Faculty and leadership in the profession must ensure that osteopathic medical students are competitive. Sure, that includes grade point averages and scores on licensing examinations, but we can’t neglect the need to get students involved in scholarly activity. Participation in research, which is often a major factor used by program directors in selecting applicants, is a major component of ACGME accreditation.