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Texas Tech University HSC El Paso Program

Family Medicine residency program in El Paso, Texas, sponsored by Texas Tech University HSC El Paso.

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About Texas Tech University HSC El Paso Program

ACGME code
1204811309
Program director
Katherine Hartl
Location
El Paso, Texas
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
8
First-year spots
Applicants
562
Latest cycle
Interview rate
32.7%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
34%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
None
For residents

Texas Tech University HSC El Paso Program is a university Based Family Medicine residency program in El Paso, Texas, sponsored by Texas Tech University HSC El Paso. It offers 8 first-year positions, higher than the typical Family Medicine program (7).

In the latest application cycle the program received 562 applications and invited about 32.7% of applicants to interview. That is a higher interview rate than most Family Medicine programs, which interview about 21.6% of applicants.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 34% of current residents, compared with a median of 22% across Family Medicine programs. The program does not report sponsoring J-1 or H-1B visas.

Residents work about 67 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
  • 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
8
Interview rate
32.7%
Letters of recommendation
At least 2
Visa sponsorship
None

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates42%
  • US DO graduates25%
  • US IMGs21%
  • Non-US IMGs13%

Demographics

  • Women63%
  • Men38%
  • White25%
  • Asian21%
  • Black or African American13%
  • Hispanic or Latino50%
  • American Indian or Alaska Native4%

Contact and location

Program director
Katherine Hartl
Program coordinator
Norma Noriega
Coordinator phone
(915) 215-4266
Program phone
(915) 215-5510
Sponsoring institution
Texas Tech University HSC El Paso

9849 Kenworthy Street El Paso, TX 79924 Open in Google Maps

Texas Tech University HSC El Paso Program: frequently asked questions

Does Texas Tech University HSC El Paso Program sponsor visas?

Texas Tech University HSC El Paso Program does not report sponsoring J-1 or H-1B visas. International applicants who need a visa should confirm with the program before applying.

Is Texas Tech University HSC El Paso Program IMG-friendly?

About 34% of residents at Texas Tech University HSC El Paso Program are international medical graduates, so the program is considered IMG-friendly. For comparison, the median Family Medicine program has 22% IMG residents.

How many residency positions does Texas Tech University HSC El Paso Program offer?

Texas Tech University HSC El Paso Program offers 8 first-year Family Medicine positions, and 8 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is Texas Tech University HSC El Paso Program?

Texas Tech University HSC El Paso Program received 562 applications and interviewed about 32.7% of applicants. The typical Family Medicine program interviews about 21.6%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Texas Tech University HSC El Paso Program?

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has Texas Tech University HSC El Paso 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 Texas Tech University HSC El Paso Program located?

Texas Tech University HSC El Paso Program is located at 9849 Kenworthy Street El Paso, TX 79924. Its sponsoring institution is Texas Tech University HSC El Paso.

Who is the program director of Texas Tech University HSC El Paso Program?

The program director is Katherine Hartl. The program coordinator, Norma Noriega, is the usual contact for application questions.