Howard University Program Family Medicine Residency
Family Medicine residency program in Washington, District of Columbia, sponsored by Howard University Hospital.
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- ACGME code
- 1201021081
- Program director
- Billie Downing
- Location
- Washington, District of Columbia
- Data updated
- October 11, 2026
- Positions
- 6
- First-year spots
- Applicants
- 1,138
- Latest cycle
- IMG residents
- 79%
- Share of current residents
- Visa sponsorship
- J-1
- For residents
Howard University Program is a university Based Family Medicine residency program in Washington, District of Columbia, sponsored by Howard University Hospital. It offers 6 first-year positions, lower than the typical Family Medicine program (7).
In the latest application cycle the program received 1,138 applications.
International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 79% of current residents, compared with a median of 22% across Family Medicine programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.
Residents work about 70 hours a week in their first year. The program offers primary care 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
- Year of graduation limit
- US clinical experience required
- Application deadline
- Residents' medical schools and countries
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Applications and interviews
- Positions offered
- 6
- Letters of recommendation
- At least 3
- Visa sponsorship
- J-1
Current residents
Residents by medical school type
- US MD graduates21%
- US DO graduates0%
- US IMGs29%
- Non-US IMGs50%
Demographics
- Women57%
- Men43%
- Asian21%
- Black or African American79%
- Hispanic or Latino7%
Contact and location
- Program director
- Billie Downing
- Program coordinator
- Anika Gordon
- Coordinator phone
- (202) 865-1452
- [email protected]
- Website
- Program website
- Sponsoring institution
- Howard University Hospital
2139 Georgia Avenue, NW Suite 1B-02 Washington, DC 20001 Open in Google Maps
Howard University Program: frequently asked questions
Does Howard University Program sponsor visas?
Yes. Howard University Program sponsors J-1 visas for residents. Visa policies can change between cycles, so confirm with the program coordinator before you apply.
Is Howard University Program IMG-friendly?
About 79% of residents at Howard University 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 visas.
How many residency positions does Howard University Program offer?
Howard University Program offers 6 first-year Family Medicine positions, and 6 were filled in the latest Match.
What Step 2 CK score do I need for Howard University Program?
USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has Howard University Program's Step 2 CK minimum. Unlock the screening details above to see it. Across Family Medicine programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 237.
Where is Howard University Program located?
Howard University Program is located at 2139 Georgia Avenue, NW Suite 1B-02 Washington, DC 20001. Its sponsoring institution is Howard University Hospital.
Who is the program director of Howard University Program?
The program director is Billie Downing. The program coordinator, Anika Gordon, is the usual contact for application questions.