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University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Program

Family Medicine residency program in Harlingen, Texas, sponsored by University of Texas Rio Grande Valley.

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About University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Program

ACGME code
1204800016
Program director
Miguel Alvarez Silva
Location
Harlingen, Texas
Data updated
October 11, 2026
IMG residents
0%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Program is a university Based Family Medicine residency program in Harlingen, Texas, sponsored by University of Texas Rio Grande Valley.

None of the program's current residents are international medical graduates (IMGs), while the median Family Medicine program has 22%. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 60 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

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Applications and interviews

Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Contact and location

Program director
Miguel Alvarez Silva
Program coordinator
Rebeca Castillo-Moran
Coordinator phone
(956) 296-1816
Program phone
(956) 296-1423
Sponsoring institution
University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

2106 Treasure Hills Blvd. Suite 1.326, Harlingen, TX 78550 Open in Google Maps

University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Program sponsor visas?

Yes. University of Texas Rio Grande Valley 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 Texas Rio Grande Valley Program IMG-friendly?

University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Program currently has no international medical graduates among its residents. For comparison, the median Family Medicine program has 22% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 visas.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for University of Texas Rio Grande Valley 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 Texas Rio Grande Valley 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 University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Program located?

University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Program is located at 2106 Treasure Hills Blvd. Suite 1.326, Harlingen, TX 78550. Its sponsoring institution is University of Texas Rio Grande Valley.

Who is the program director of University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Program?

The program director is Miguel Alvarez Silva. The program coordinator, Rebeca Castillo-Moran, is the usual contact for application questions.