AnesthesiologyUniversity BasedSponsors J-1 and H-1B

University of Colorado Program

Anesthesiology residency program in Aurora, Colorado, sponsored by University of Colorado School of Medicine.

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About University of Colorado Program

ACGME code
0400721028
Program director
Mario Villasenor
Location
Aurora, Colorado
Data updated
October 3, 2026
Positions
12
First-year spots
Applicants
902
Latest cycle
Interview rate
19.7%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
3%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B
For residents

University of Colorado Program is a university Based Anesthesiology residency program in Aurora, Colorado, sponsored by University of Colorado School of Medicine. It offers 12 first-year positions, higher than the typical Anesthesiology program (10).

In the latest application cycle the program received 902 applications and invited about 19.7% of applicants to interview. That is a higher interview rate than most Anesthesiology programs, which interview about 16.4% of applicants.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 3% of current residents, compared with a median of 4% across Anesthesiology programs. The program sponsors J-1 and H-1B visas.

Residents work about 60 hours a week in their first year. The program offers research track.

Requirements and screening

USMLE Step 1 is pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the score programs screen on. These are the details IMGs most often need before deciding whether to apply.

  • Step 2 CK minimum score
  • Step 2 CK scores of interviewed applicants
  • US clinical experience required
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
12
Interview rate
19.7%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates89%
  • US DO graduates8%
  • US IMGs3%
  • Non-US IMGs0%

Demographics

  • Women37%
  • Men63%
  • White73%
  • Asian15%
  • Black or African American3%
  • Hispanic or Latino15%
  • American Indian or Alaska Native1%
  • Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander1%
  • Other1%

Contact and location

Program director
Mario Villasenor
Program coordinator
Tara Boyle
Coordinator phone
(303) 724-8373
Program phone
(720) 553-3982
Sponsoring institution
University of Colorado School of Medicine

12631 E. 17th Avenue AO1 - 8202 Aurora, CO 80045 Open in Google Maps

University of Colorado Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of Colorado Program sponsor visas?

Yes. University of Colorado Program sponsors J-1 and H-1B visas for residents. Visa policies can change between cycles, so confirm with the program coordinator before you apply.

Is University of Colorado Program IMG-friendly?

About 3% of residents at University of Colorado Program are international medical graduates, so the program accepts some IMGs. For comparison, the median Anesthesiology program has 4% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 and H-1B visas.

How many residency positions does University of Colorado Program offer?

University of Colorado Program offers 12 first-year Anesthesiology positions, and 12 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is University of Colorado Program?

University of Colorado Program received 902 applications and interviewed about 19.7% of applicants. The typical Anesthesiology program interviews about 16.4%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for University of Colorado Program?

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has University of Colorado Program's Step 2 CK minimum and score range of interviewed applicants. Unlock the screening details above to see them. Across Anesthesiology programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 253.

Where is University of Colorado Program located?

University of Colorado Program is located at 12631 E. 17th Avenue AO1 - 8202 Aurora, CO 80045. Its sponsoring institution is University of Colorado School of Medicine.

Who is the program director of University of Colorado Program?

The program director is Mario Villasenor. The program coordinator, Tara Boyle, is the usual contact for application questions.

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