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Baylor College of Medicine Program

Child Neurology residency program in Houston, Texas, sponsored by Baylor College of Medicine.

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About Baylor College of Medicine Program

ACGME code
1854821018
Program director
Timothy Lotze
Location
Houston, Texas
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
7
First-year spots
Applicants
193
Latest cycle
Interview rate
43%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
28%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

Baylor College of Medicine Program is a university Based Child Neurology residency program in Houston, Texas, sponsored by Baylor College of Medicine. It offers 7 first-year positions, higher than the typical Child Neurology program (2).

In the latest application cycle the program received 193 applications and invited about 43% of applicants to interview. That is a higher interview rate than most Child Neurology programs, which interview about 33.7% of applicants.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 28% of current residents, compared with a median of 17.8% across Child Neurology programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 75 hours a week in their first year.

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
  • Year of graduation limit
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
7
Interview rate
43%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates67%
  • US DO graduates6%
  • US IMGs22%
  • Non-US IMGs6%

Demographics

  • Women67%
  • Men33%
  • White22%
  • Asian28%
  • Black or African American11%
  • Hispanic or Latino39%
  • American Indian or Alaska Native6%

Contact and location

Program director
Timothy Lotze
Program coordinator
Shara Alexander
Coordinator phone
(832) 822-1750
Program phone
(832) 822-1251
Sponsoring institution
Baylor College of Medicine

One Baylor Plaza Houston, TX 77030 Open in Google Maps

Baylor College of Medicine Program: frequently asked questions

Does Baylor College of Medicine Program sponsor visas?

Yes. Baylor College of Medicine Program sponsors J-1 visas for residents. Visa policies can change between cycles, so confirm with the program coordinator before you apply.

Is Baylor College of Medicine Program IMG-friendly?

About 28% of residents at Baylor College of Medicine Program are international medical graduates, so the program is considered IMG-friendly. For comparison, the median Child Neurology program has 17.8% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 visas.

How many residency positions does Baylor College of Medicine Program offer?

Baylor College of Medicine Program offers 7 first-year Child Neurology positions, and 7 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is Baylor College of Medicine Program?

Baylor College of Medicine Program received 193 applications and interviewed about 43% of applicants. The typical Child Neurology program interviews about 33.7%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Baylor College of Medicine Program?

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has Baylor College of Medicine Program's Step 2 CK minimum and score range of interviewed applicants. Unlock the screening details above to see them. Across Child Neurology programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 246.

Where is Baylor College of Medicine Program located?

Baylor College of Medicine Program is located at One Baylor Plaza Houston, TX 77030. Its sponsoring institution is Baylor College of Medicine.

Who is the program director of Baylor College of Medicine Program?

The program director is Timothy Lotze. The program coordinator, Shara Alexander, is the usual contact for application questions.

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