Child NeurologyUniversity BasedSponsors J-1 and H-1B

Virginia Commonwealth University Health System Program

Child Neurology residency program in Richmond, Virginia, sponsored by Virginia Commonwealth University Health System.

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About Virginia Commonwealth University Health System Program

ACGME code
1855121060
Program director
Ewa Way
Location
Richmond, Virginia
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
1
First-year spots
Applicants
143
Latest cycle
Interview rate
31.5%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
40%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B
For residents

Virginia Commonwealth University Health System Program is a university Based Child Neurology residency program in Richmond, Virginia, sponsored by Virginia Commonwealth University Health System. It offers 1 first-year position, lower than the typical Child Neurology program (2).

In the latest application cycle the program received 143 applications and invited about 31.5% of applicants to interview. That is close to the typical Child Neurology interview rate of 33.7%.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 40% of current residents, compared with a median of 17.8% across Child Neurology programs. The program sponsors J-1 and H-1B visas.

Residents work about 65 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
  • Application deadline
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
1
Interview rate
31.5%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates0%
  • US DO graduates60%
  • US IMGs20%
  • Non-US IMGs20%

Contact and location

Program director
Ewa Way
Program coordinator
Coronda Lee
Coordinator phone
(804) 828-9583
Program phone
(804) 628-2039
Sponsoring institution
Virginia Commonwealth University Health System

VCU School of Medicine, Department of Neurology Sanger Hall, Room 6-017 1101 East Marshall Street Richmond, VA 23298 Open in Google Maps

Virginia Commonwealth University Health System Program: frequently asked questions

Does Virginia Commonwealth University Health System Program sponsor visas?

Yes. Virginia Commonwealth University Health System 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 Virginia Commonwealth University Health System Program IMG-friendly?

About 40% of residents at Virginia Commonwealth University Health System 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 and H-1B visas.

How many residency positions does Virginia Commonwealth University Health System Program offer?

Virginia Commonwealth University Health System Program offers 1 first-year Child Neurology position, and 1 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is Virginia Commonwealth University Health System Program?

Virginia Commonwealth University Health System Program received 143 applications and interviewed about 31.5% of applicants. The typical Child Neurology program interviews about 33.7%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Virginia Commonwealth University Health System Program?

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has Virginia Commonwealth University Health System 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 Virginia Commonwealth University Health System Program located?

Virginia Commonwealth University Health System Program is located at VCU School of Medicine, Department of Neurology Sanger Hall, Room 6-017 1101 East Marshall Street Richmond, VA 23298. Its sponsoring institution is Virginia Commonwealth University Health System.

Who is the program director of Virginia Commonwealth University Health System Program?

The program director is Ewa Way. The program coordinator, Coronda Lee, is the usual contact for application questions.

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