Emergency MedicineUniversity BasedSponsors J-1 and H-1B

University of Kansas School of Medicine Program

Emergency Medicine residency program in Kansas City, Kansas, sponsored by University of Kansas School of Medicine.

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About University of Kansas School of Medicine Program

ACGME code
1101913182
Program director
Andrew Pfeffer
Location
Kansas City, Kansas
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
13
First-year spots
IMG residents
9%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B
For residents

University of Kansas School of Medicine Program is a university Based Emergency Medicine residency program in Kansas City, Kansas, sponsored by University of Kansas School of Medicine. It offers 13 first-year positions, higher than the typical Emergency Medicine program (11).

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 9% 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 50 hours a week in their first year. The program offers research and rural tracks.

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
13
Letters of recommendation
At least 1
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates42%
  • US DO graduates48%
  • US IMGs9%
  • Non-US IMGs0%

Demographics

  • Women48%
  • Men52%
  • White85%
  • Asian18%
  • Other3%

Contact and location

Program director
Andrew Pfeffer
Program coordinator
Rebecca Potter
Coordinator phone
(913) 588-1559
Program phone
(732) 236-8578
Sponsoring institution
University of Kansas School of Medicine

3901 Rainbow Boulevard Mail Stop 1045 Kansas City, KS 66160 Open in Google Maps

University of Kansas School of Medicine Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of Kansas School of Medicine Program sponsor visas?

Yes. University of Kansas School of Medicine 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 Kansas School of Medicine Program IMG-friendly?

About 9% of residents at University of Kansas School of Medicine 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 Kansas School of Medicine Program offer?

University of Kansas School of Medicine Program offers 13 first-year Emergency Medicine positions, and 13 were filled in the latest Match.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for University of Kansas School of Medicine 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 Kansas School of Medicine Program's Step 2 CK minimum. Unlock the screening details above to see it.

Where is University of Kansas School of Medicine Program located?

University of Kansas School of Medicine Program is located at 3901 Rainbow Boulevard Mail Stop 1045 Kansas City, KS 66160. Its sponsoring institution is University of Kansas School of Medicine.

Who is the program director of University of Kansas School of Medicine Program?

The program director is Andrew Pfeffer. The program coordinator, Rebecca Potter, is the usual contact for application questions.