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Howard University Program

Dermatology residency program in Washington, District of Columbia, sponsored by Howard University Hospital.

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About Howard University Program

ACGME code
0801021025
Program director
Cheri Frey
Location
Washington, District of Columbia
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
4
First-year spots
Applicants
282
Latest cycle
IMG residents
0%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

Howard University Program is a university Based Dermatology residency program in Washington, District of Columbia, sponsored by Howard University Hospital. It offers 4 first-year positions, about the same as the typical Dermatology program (4).

In the latest application cycle the program received 282 applications.

None of the program's current residents are international medical graduates (IMGs), while the median Dermatology program has 0%. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 40 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
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
4
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates100%
  • US DO graduates0%
  • US IMGs0%
  • Non-US IMGs0%

Demographics

  • Women92%
  • Men8%
  • Asian33%
  • Black or African American67%
  • Hispanic or Latino8%
  • American Indian or Alaska Native8%

Contact and location

Program director
Cheri Frey
Program coordinator
Satrina Wise
Coordinator phone
(202) 865-6692
Program phone
(202) 865-7151
Sponsoring institution
Howard University Hospital

2041 Georgia Avenue, NW Tower Building, Suite 4300 Washington, DC 20060 Open in Google Maps

Howard University Program: frequently asked questions

Does Howard University Program sponsor visas?

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

Is Howard University Program IMG-friendly?

Howard University Program currently has no international medical graduates among its residents. For comparison, the median Dermatology program has 0% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 visas.

How many residency positions does Howard University Program offer?

Howard University Program offers 4 first-year Dermatology positions, and 4 were filled in the latest Match.

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

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has Howard University Program's Step 2 CK minimum. Unlock the screening details above to see it. Across Dermatology programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 259.

Where is Howard University Program located?

Howard University Program is located at 2041 Georgia Avenue, NW Tower Building, Suite 4300 Washington, DC 20060. Its sponsoring institution is Howard University Hospital.

Who is the program director of Howard University Program?

The program director is Cheri Frey. The program coordinator, Satrina Wise, is the usual contact for application questions.

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