University of Chicago Program Emergency Medicine Residency
Emergency Medicine residency program in Chicago, Illinois, sponsored by University of Chicago Medical Center.
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- ACGME code
- 1101612014
- Program director
- James Ahn
- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Data updated
- October 11, 2026
- Positions
- 18
- First-year spots
- IMG residents
- 2%
- Share of current residents
- Visa sponsorship
- J-1 and H-1B
- For residents
University of Chicago Program is a university Based Emergency Medicine residency program in Chicago, Illinois, sponsored by University of Chicago Medical Center. It offers 18 first-year positions, higher than the typical Emergency Medicine program (11).
International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 2% of current residents, compared with a median of 8% across Emergency Medicine programs. The program sponsors J-1 and H-1B visas.
Residents work about 55 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
- US clinical experience required
- Residents' medical schools and countries
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Applications and interviews
- Positions offered
- 18
- Letters of recommendation
- At least 3
- Visa sponsorship
- J-1 and H-1B
Current residents
Residents by medical school type
- US MD graduates94%
- US DO graduates4%
- US IMGs0%
- Non-US IMGs2%
Demographics
- Women65%
- Men35%
- White46%
- Asian15%
- Black or African American35%
- Hispanic or Latino8%
- Other8%
Contact and location
- Program director
- James Ahn
- Program coordinator
- Diane Hill
- Coordinator phone
- (773) 702-9109
- Program phone
- (773) 702-9500
- [email protected]
- Website
- Program website
- Sponsoring institution
- University of Chicago Medical Center
5841 South Maryland Avenue, MC 5068 Chicago, IL 60637 Open in Google Maps
University of Chicago Program: frequently asked questions
Does University of Chicago Program sponsor visas?
Yes. University of Chicago 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 University of Chicago Program IMG-friendly?
About 2% of residents at University of Chicago Program are international medical graduates, so the program accepts some IMGs. For comparison, the median Emergency Medicine program has 8% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 and H-1B visas.
How many residency positions does University of Chicago Program offer?
University of Chicago Program offers 18 first-year Emergency Medicine positions, and 18 were filled in the latest Match.
What Step 2 CK score do I need for University of Chicago 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 Chicago Program's Step 2 CK minimum. Unlock the screening details above to see it.
Where is University of Chicago Program located?
University of Chicago Program is located at 5841 South Maryland Avenue, MC 5068 Chicago, IL 60637. Its sponsoring institution is University of Chicago Medical Center.
Who is the program director of University of Chicago Program?
The program director is James Ahn. The program coordinator, Diane Hill, is the usual contact for application questions.