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University of Connecticut Program

Family Medicine residency program in Hartford, Connecticut, sponsored by University of Connecticut School of Medicine.

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About University of Connecticut Program

ACGME code
1200821076
Program director
Kenia Mansilla-Rivera
Location
Hartford, Connecticut
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
7
First-year spots
Applicants
956
Latest cycle
Interview rate
10.9%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
34%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

University of Connecticut Program is a community-based university affiliated Family Medicine residency program in Hartford, Connecticut, sponsored by University of Connecticut School of Medicine. It offers 7 first-year positions, about the same as the typical Family Medicine program (7).

In the latest application cycle the program received 956 applications and invited about 10.9% 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 34% 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.

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
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
7
Interview rate
10.9%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates33%
  • US DO graduates33%
  • US IMGs5%
  • Non-US IMGs29%

Demographics

  • Women76%
  • Men24%
  • White38%
  • Asian48%
  • Black or African American10%
  • Hispanic or Latino10%
  • Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander5%
  • Other10%

Contact and location

Program director
Kenia Mansilla-Rivera
Program coordinator
Regina James
Coordinator phone
(860) 714-4577
Program phone
(860) 714-1302
Sponsoring institution
University of Connecticut School of Medicine

Family Medicine Center at Asylum Hill 99 Woodland Street Hartford, CT 06105 Open in Google Maps

University of Connecticut Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of Connecticut Program sponsor visas?

Yes. University of Connecticut 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 Connecticut Program IMG-friendly?

About 34% of residents at University of Connecticut 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 University of Connecticut Program offer?

University of Connecticut Program offers 7 first-year Family Medicine positions, and 7 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is University of Connecticut Program?

University of Connecticut Program received 956 applications and interviewed about 10.9% of applicants. The typical Family Medicine program interviews about 21.6%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for University of Connecticut 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 Connecticut 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 University of Connecticut Program located?

University of Connecticut Program is located at Family Medicine Center at Asylum Hill 99 Woodland Street Hartford, CT 06105. Its sponsoring institution is University of Connecticut School of Medicine.

Who is the program director of University of Connecticut Program?

The program director is Kenia Mansilla-Rivera. The program coordinator, Regina James, is the usual contact for application questions.