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University of Washington Program

Emergency Medicine residency program in Seattle, Washington, sponsored by University of Washington School of Medicine.

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About University of Washington Program

ACGME code
1105431210
Program director
Sarah Greenberger
Location
Seattle, Washington
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
18
First-year spots
IMG residents
0%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

University of Washington Program is a university Based Emergency Medicine residency program in Seattle, Washington, sponsored by University of Washington School of Medicine. It offers 18 first-year positions, higher than the typical Emergency Medicine program (11).

None of the program's current residents are international medical graduates (IMGs), while the median Emergency Medicine program has 8%. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 70 hours a week in their first year. The program offers research track.

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
18
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates98%
  • US DO graduates2%
  • US IMGs0%
  • Non-US IMGs0%

Demographics

  • Women56%
  • Men44%
  • White80%
  • Asian23%
  • Black or African American2%
  • Hispanic or Latino18%
  • American Indian or Alaska Native6%
  • Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander2%
  • Other2%

Contact and location

Program director
Sarah Greenberger
Program coordinator
Jessica Klein
Coordinator phone
(206) 744-2556
Program phone
(202) 680-0490
Sponsoring institution
University of Washington School of Medicine

Harborview Medical Center Department of Emergency Medicine 325 9th Avenue, Box 359702 Seattle, WA 98104 Open in Google Maps

University of Washington Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of Washington Program sponsor visas?

Yes. University of Washington 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 Washington Program IMG-friendly?

University of Washington Program currently has no international medical graduates among its residents. For comparison, the median Emergency Medicine program has 8% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 visas.

How many residency positions does University of Washington Program offer?

University of Washington 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 Washington 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 Washington Program's Step 2 CK minimum. Unlock the screening details above to see it.

Where is University of Washington Program located?

University of Washington Program is located at Harborview Medical Center Department of Emergency Medicine 325 9th Avenue, Box 359702 Seattle, WA 98104. Its sponsoring institution is University of Washington School of Medicine.

Who is the program director of University of Washington Program?

The program director is Sarah Greenberger. The program coordinator, Jessica Klein, is the usual contact for application questions.