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Ascension Illinois/Saint Joseph (Chicago) Program

Internal Medicine residency program in Chicago, Illinois, sponsored by Ascension Illinois.

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About Ascension Illinois/Saint Joseph (Chicago) Program

ACGME code
1401611122
Program director
Shyam Chalise
Location
Chicago, Illinois
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
15
First-year spots
Applicants
5,963
Latest cycle
Interview rate
2.9%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
90%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B
For residents

Ascension Illinois/Saint Joseph (Chicago) Program is a not Available Internal Medicine residency program in Chicago, Illinois, sponsored by Ascension Illinois. It offers 15 first-year positions, about the same as the typical Internal Medicine program (14).

In the latest application cycle the program received 5,963 applications and invited about 2.9% of applicants to interview. That makes it more selective than most Internal Medicine programs, which interview about 10.1% of applicants.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 90% of current residents, compared with a median of 46.5% across Internal Medicine programs. The program sponsors J-1 and H-1B visas.

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
15
Interview rate
2.9%
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates9%
  • US DO graduates2%
  • US IMGs2%
  • Non-US IMGs88%

Demographics

  • Women33%
  • Men67%
  • White12%
  • Asian47%
  • Black or African American18%
  • Hispanic or Latino14%
  • Other4%

Contact and location

Program director
Shyam Chalise
Program coordinator
Patricia Boskovic
Coordinator phone
(773) 665-6730
Program phone
(773) 665-3017
Sponsoring institution
Ascension Illinois

Department of Internal Medicine 2900 N. Lake Shore Drive Chicago, IL 60657 Open in Google Maps

Ascension Illinois/Saint Joseph (Chicago) Program: frequently asked questions

Does Ascension Illinois/Saint Joseph (Chicago) Program sponsor visas?

Yes. Ascension Illinois/Saint Joseph (Chicago) 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 Ascension Illinois/Saint Joseph (Chicago) Program IMG-friendly?

About 90% of residents at Ascension Illinois/Saint Joseph (Chicago) Program are international medical graduates, so the program is considered IMG-friendly. For comparison, the median Internal Medicine program has 46.5% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 and H-1B visas.

How many residency positions does Ascension Illinois/Saint Joseph (Chicago) Program offer?

Ascension Illinois/Saint Joseph (Chicago) Program offers 15 first-year Internal Medicine positions, and 15 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is Ascension Illinois/Saint Joseph (Chicago) Program?

Ascension Illinois/Saint Joseph (Chicago) Program received 5,963 applications and interviewed about 2.9% of applicants. The typical Internal Medicine program interviews about 10.1%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Ascension Illinois/Saint Joseph (Chicago) Program?

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has Ascension Illinois/Saint Joseph (Chicago) Program's Step 2 CK minimum and score range of interviewed applicants. Unlock the screening details above to see them. Across Internal Medicine programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 246.

Where is Ascension Illinois/Saint Joseph (Chicago) Program located?

Ascension Illinois/Saint Joseph (Chicago) Program is located at Department of Internal Medicine 2900 N. Lake Shore Drive Chicago, IL 60657. Its sponsoring institution is Ascension Illinois.

Who is the program director of Ascension Illinois/Saint Joseph (Chicago) Program?

The program director is Shyam Chalise. The program coordinator, Patricia Boskovic, is the usual contact for application questions.

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