DermatologyCommunity-based university affiliatedSponsors J-1

University of Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson Program

Dermatology residency program in Tucson, Arizona, sponsored by University of Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson.

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About University of Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson Program

ACGME code
0800321145
Program director
Clara Curiel
Location
Tucson, Arizona
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
4
First-year spots
Applicants
312
Latest cycle
Interview rate
14.7%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
0%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

University of Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson Program is a community-based university affiliated Dermatology residency program in Tucson, Arizona, sponsored by University of Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson. It offers 4 first-year positions, about the same as the typical Dermatology program (4).

In the latest application cycle the program received 312 applications and invited about 14.7% of applicants to interview. That is a higher interview rate than most Dermatology programs, which interview about 12.2% of applicants.

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
  • Step 2 CK scores of interviewed applicants
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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
4
Interview rate
14.7%
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%

Contact and location

Program director
Clara Curiel
Program coordinator
Bersabe Lopez
Coordinator phone
(520) 621-5227
Program phone
(520) 694-2020
Sponsoring institution
University of Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson

7165 N. Pima Canyon Dr. Banner University Dermatology Tucson, AZ 85718 Open in Google Maps

University of Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson Program sponsor visas?

Yes. University of Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson 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 Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson Program IMG-friendly?

University of Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson 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 University of Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson Program offer?

University of Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson Program offers 4 first-year Dermatology positions, and 4 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is University of Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson Program?

University of Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson Program received 312 applications and interviewed about 14.7% of applicants. The typical Dermatology program interviews about 12.2%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for University of Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson 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 Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson Program's Step 2 CK minimum and score range of interviewed applicants. Unlock the screening details above to see them. Across Dermatology programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 259.

Where is University of Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson Program located?

University of Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson Program is located at 7165 N. Pima Canyon Dr. Banner University Dermatology Tucson, AZ 85718. Its sponsoring institution is University of Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson.

Who is the program director of University of Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson Program?

The program director is Clara Curiel. The program coordinator, Bersabe Lopez, is the usual contact for application questions.

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