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University of Washington Program

Family Medicine residency program in Seattle, Washington, sponsored by University of Washington School of Medicine.

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About University of Washington Program

ACGME code
1205431329
Program director
Joseph Nelson
Location
Seattle, Washington
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
8
First-year spots
Applicants
549
Latest cycle
Interview rate
32.2%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
0%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B
For residents

University of Washington Program is a university Based Family Medicine residency program in Seattle, Washington, sponsored by University of Washington School of Medicine. It offers 8 first-year positions, higher than the typical Family Medicine program (7).

In the latest application cycle the program received 549 applications and invited about 32.2% of applicants to interview. That is a higher interview rate than most Family Medicine programs, which interview about 21.6% of applicants.

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 and H-1B visas.

Residents work about 62 hours a week in their first year. The program offers hospitalist, primary care, research, rural and women's health tracks.

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
32.2%
Letters of recommendation
At least 2
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates91%
  • US DO graduates9%
  • US IMGs0%
  • Non-US IMGs0%

Demographics

  • Women55%
  • Men41%
  • White59%
  • Asian32%
  • Black or African American5%
  • Hispanic or Latino9%
  • American Indian or Alaska Native5%
  • Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander5%
  • Other14%

Contact and location

Program director
Joseph Nelson
Program coordinator
Nick Cheung
Coordinator phone
(206) 520-2405
Program phone
(206) 543-3101
Sponsoring institution
University of Washington School of Medicine

331 NE Thornton Place UW Campus Box 358732 Seattle, WA 98125 Open in Google Maps

University of Washington Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of Washington Program sponsor visas?

Yes. University of Washington 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 University of Washington Program IMG-friendly?

University of Washington 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 and H-1B visas.

How many residency positions does University of Washington Program offer?

University of Washington Program offers 8 first-year Family Medicine positions, and 8 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is University of Washington Program?

University of Washington Program received 549 applications and interviewed about 32.2% of applicants. The typical Family Medicine program interviews about 21.6%.

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

University of Washington Program is located at 331 NE Thornton Place UW Campus Box 358732 Seattle, WA 98125. Its sponsoring institution is University of Washington School of Medicine.

Who is the program director of University of Washington Program?

The program director is Joseph Nelson. The program coordinator, Nick Cheung, is the usual contact for application questions.