Internal MedicineCommunity-based university affiliated

Keck School of Medicine of USC Program

Internal Medicine residency program in Los Angeles, California, sponsored by Keck School of Medicine of USC.

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About Keck School of Medicine of USC Program

ACGME code
1400500020
Program director
Kavitha Bagavathy
Location
Los Angeles, California
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
20
First-year spots
Applicants
1,666
Latest cycle
Interview rate
14.2%
Of applicants invited
Visa sponsorship
None
For residents

Keck School of Medicine of USC Program is a community-based university affiliated Internal Medicine residency program in Los Angeles, California, sponsored by Keck School of Medicine of USC. It offers 20 first-year positions, higher than the typical Internal Medicine program (14).

In the latest application cycle the program received 1,666 applications and invited about 14.2% of applicants to interview. That is a higher interview rate than most Internal Medicine programs, which interview about 10.1% of applicants.

The program does not report sponsoring J-1 or H-1B visas.

Residents work about 60 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 scores of interviewed applicants
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
20
Interview rate
14.2%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
None

Contact and location

Program director
Kavitha Bagavathy
Program coordinator
Nancy Shepherd
Coordinator phone
(818) 583-7362
Program phone
(323) 442-5250
Sponsoring institution
Keck School of Medicine of USC

1520 San Pablo Street Los Angeles, CA 90033 Open in Google Maps

Keck School of Medicine of USC Program: frequently asked questions

Does Keck School of Medicine of USC Program sponsor visas?

Keck School of Medicine of USC Program does not report sponsoring J-1 or H-1B visas. International applicants who need a visa should confirm with the program before applying.

How many residency positions does Keck School of Medicine of USC Program offer?

Keck School of Medicine of USC Program offers 20 first-year Internal Medicine positions, and 20 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is Keck School of Medicine of USC Program?

Keck School of Medicine of USC Program received 1,666 applications and interviewed about 14.2% of applicants. The typical Internal Medicine program interviews about 10.1%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Keck School of Medicine of USC Program?

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has Keck School of Medicine of USC Program's Step 2 CK score range of interviewed applicants. Unlock the screening details above to see it. Across Internal Medicine programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 246.

Where is Keck School of Medicine of USC Program located?

Keck School of Medicine of USC Program is located at 1520 San Pablo Street Los Angeles, CA 90033. Its sponsoring institution is Keck School of Medicine of USC.

Who is the program director of Keck School of Medicine of USC Program?

The program director is Kavitha Bagavathy. The program coordinator, Nancy Shepherd, is the usual contact for application questions.

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