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University of Washington School of Medicine Rural Program

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

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About University of Washington School of Medicine Rural Program

ACGME code
1205400723
Program director
Tobe Harberd
Location
Chelan, Washington
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
2
First-year spots
Applicants
261
Latest cycle
Interview rate
18.4%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
0%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
None
For residents

University of Washington School of Medicine Rural Program is a community-based university affiliated Family Medicine residency program in Chelan, Washington, sponsored by University of Washington School of Medicine. It offers 2 first-year positions, lower than the typical Family Medicine program (7).

In the latest application cycle the program received 261 applications and invited about 18.4% of applicants to interview. That is close to the typical Family Medicine interview rate of 21.6%.

None of the program's current residents are international medical graduates (IMGs), while the median Family Medicine program has 22%. The program does not report sponsoring J-1 or 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
  • Application deadline
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
2
Interview rate
18.4%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
None

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates100%
  • US DO graduates0%
  • US IMGs0%
  • Non-US IMGs0%

Contact and location

Program director
Tobe Harberd
Program coordinator
Karen Maqueda
Coordinator phone
(509) 664-0905
Program phone
(509) 662-6000
Sponsoring institution
University of Washington School of Medicine

105 South Apple Blossom Chelan, WA 98816 Open in Google Maps

University of Washington School of Medicine Rural Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of Washington School of Medicine Rural Program sponsor visas?

University of Washington School of Medicine Rural 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 University of Washington School of Medicine Rural Program IMG-friendly?

University of Washington School of Medicine Rural Program currently has no international medical graduates among its residents. For comparison, the median Family Medicine program has 22% IMG residents.

How many residency positions does University of Washington School of Medicine Rural Program offer?

University of Washington School of Medicine Rural Program offers 2 first-year Family Medicine positions, and 2 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is University of Washington School of Medicine Rural Program?

University of Washington School of Medicine Rural Program received 261 applications and interviewed about 18.4% of applicants. The typical Family Medicine program interviews about 21.6%.

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

University of Washington School of Medicine Rural Program is located at 105 South Apple Blossom Chelan, WA 98816. Its sponsoring institution is University of Washington School of Medicine.

Who is the program director of University of Washington School of Medicine Rural Program?

The program director is Tobe Harberd. The program coordinator, Karen Maqueda, is the usual contact for application questions.