Child NeurologyUniversity BasedSponsors J-1

University of Puerto Rico Program

Child Neurology residency program in San Juan, Puerto Rico, sponsored by University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine.

See how you match

About University of Puerto Rico Program

ACGME code
1854212101
Program director
Mayela Diaz Diaz
Location
San Juan, Puerto Rico
Data updated
October 3, 2026
Positions
1
First-year spots
Applicants
29
Latest cycle
IMG residents
0%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

University of Puerto Rico Program is a university Based Child Neurology residency program in San Juan, Puerto Rico, sponsored by University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine. It offers 1 first-year position, lower than the typical Child Neurology program (2).

In the latest application cycle the program received 29 applications.

None of the program's current residents are international medical graduates (IMGs), while the median Child Neurology program has 17.8%. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 70 hours a week in their first year. The program offers hospitalist and primary care tracks.

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

You can unlock these details for 2 programs for free, no account needed. After that, create a free account to keep going.

Is University of Puerto Rico Program a good fit for you?

Create a free account, enter your scores, visa needs and graduation year, and get a program list ranked by how well each program fits your profile.

Create a free account

Applications and interviews

Positions offered
1
Letters of recommendation
At least 2
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Contact and location

Program director
Mayela Diaz Diaz
Program coordinator
–
Coordinator phone
–
Program phone
(787) 362-6410
Sponsoring institution
University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine

Medical Science Campus, Department of Pediatrics- GPO Box 365067 San Juan, PR 00936 Open in Google Maps

University of Puerto Rico Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of Puerto Rico Program sponsor visas?

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

Is University of Puerto Rico Program IMG-friendly?

University of Puerto Rico Program currently has no international medical graduates among its residents. For comparison, the median Child Neurology program has 17.8% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 visas.

How many residency positions does University of Puerto Rico Program offer?

University of Puerto Rico Program offers 1 first-year Child Neurology position, and 1 were filled in the latest Match.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for University of Puerto Rico 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 Puerto Rico Program's Step 2 CK minimum. Unlock the screening details above to see it. Across Child Neurology programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 246.

Where is University of Puerto Rico Program located?

University of Puerto Rico Program is located at Medical Science Campus, Department of Pediatrics- GPO Box 365067 San Juan, PR 00936. Its sponsoring institution is University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine.

Who is the program director of University of Puerto Rico Program?

The program director is Mayela Diaz Diaz. The program coordinator, –, is the usual contact for application questions.

More Child Neurology programs nearby