Family MedicineCommunity-basedSponsors J-1 and H-1B

Ellis Hospital of Schenectady Program

Family Medicine residency program in Schenectady, New York, sponsored by Ellis Hospital.

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About Ellis Hospital of Schenectady Program

ACGME code
1203512215
Program director
Mineke Etienne
Location
Schenectady, New York
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
10
First-year spots
Applicants
2,136
Latest cycle
Interview rate
7.5%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
69%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B
For residents

Ellis Hospital of Schenectady Program is a community-based Family Medicine residency program in Schenectady, New York, sponsored by Ellis Hospital. It offers 10 first-year positions, higher than the typical Family Medicine program (7).

In the latest application cycle the program received 2,136 applications and invited about 7.5% of applicants to interview. That makes it more selective than most Family Medicine programs, which interview about 21.6% of applicants.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 69% of current residents, compared with a median of 22% across Family Medicine programs. The program sponsors J-1 and H-1B visas.

Residents work about 60 hours a week in their first year. The program offers women's health 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
  • Step 2 CK scores of interviewed applicants
  • Year of graduation limit
  • US clinical experience required
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
10
Interview rate
7.5%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates14%
  • US DO graduates17%
  • US IMGs17%
  • Non-US IMGs52%

Demographics

  • Women62%
  • Men38%
  • White17%
  • Asian28%
  • Black or African American10%
  • Hispanic or Latino14%
  • Other3%

Contact and location

Program director
Mineke Etienne
Program coordinator
Alexandra Fox
Coordinator phone
(518) 347-5043
Sponsoring institution
Ellis Hospital

Family Health Cntr, Attn:Residency Office 624 McClellan St. Ste 101 Schenectady, NY 12304 Open in Google Maps

Ellis Hospital of Schenectady Program: frequently asked questions

Does Ellis Hospital of Schenectady Program sponsor visas?

Yes. Ellis Hospital of Schenectady 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 Ellis Hospital of Schenectady Program IMG-friendly?

About 69% of residents at Ellis Hospital of Schenectady Program are international medical graduates, so the program is considered IMG-friendly. For comparison, the median Family Medicine program has 22% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 and H-1B visas.

How many residency positions does Ellis Hospital of Schenectady Program offer?

Ellis Hospital of Schenectady Program offers 10 first-year Family Medicine positions, and 10 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is Ellis Hospital of Schenectady Program?

Ellis Hospital of Schenectady Program received 2,136 applications and interviewed about 7.5% of applicants. The typical Family Medicine program interviews about 21.6%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Ellis Hospital of Schenectady Program?

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has Ellis Hospital of Schenectady Program's Step 2 CK minimum and score range of interviewed applicants. Unlock the screening details above to see them. Across Family Medicine programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 237.

Where is Ellis Hospital of Schenectady Program located?

Ellis Hospital of Schenectady Program is located at Family Health Cntr, Attn:Residency Office 624 McClellan St. Ste 101 Schenectady, NY 12304. Its sponsoring institution is Ellis Hospital.

Who is the program director of Ellis Hospital of Schenectady Program?

The program director is Mineke Etienne. The program coordinator, Alexandra Fox, is the usual contact for application questions.