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University of Puerto Rico Program

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

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About University of Puerto Rico Program

ACGME code
0804221082
Program director
Francisco COLON - FONTANEZ
Location
San Juan, Puerto Rico
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
3
First-year spots
Applicants
99
Latest cycle
IMG residents
4.1%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
None
For residents

University of Puerto Rico Program is a university Based Dermatology residency program in San Juan, Puerto Rico, sponsored by University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine. It offers 3 first-year positions, lower than the typical Dermatology program (4).

In the latest application cycle the program received 99 applications.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 4.1% of current residents, compared with a median of 0% across Dermatology programs. The program does not report sponsoring J-1 or H-1B 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

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
3
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
None

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates96%
  • US DO graduates0%

Contact and location

Program director
Francisco COLON - FONTANEZ
Program coordinator
areli carrasquillo
Coordinator phone
(787) 765-7950
Sponsoring institution
University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine

Department of Dermatology PO Box 365067 San Juan, PR 00936-5067 Open in Google Maps

University of Puerto Rico Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of Puerto Rico Program sponsor visas?

University of Puerto Rico Program does not report sponsoring J-1 or H-1B visas. International applicants who need a visa should confirm with the program before applying.

Is University of Puerto Rico Program IMG-friendly?

About 4.1% of residents at University of Puerto Rico Program are international medical graduates, so the program accepts some IMGs. For comparison, the median Dermatology program has 0% IMG residents.

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

University of Puerto Rico Program offers 3 first-year Dermatology positions, and 3 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 Dermatology programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 259.

Where is University of Puerto Rico Program located?

University of Puerto Rico Program is located at Department of Dermatology PO Box 365067 San Juan, PR 00936-5067. 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 Francisco COLON - FONTANEZ. The program coordinator, areli carrasquillo, is the usual contact for application questions.