Internal MedicineUniversity BasedSponsors J-1 and H-1B

University of Chicago Program

Internal Medicine residency program in Chicago, Illinois, sponsored by University of Chicago Medical Center.

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About University of Chicago Program

ACGME code
1401611123
Program director
Julie Oyler
Location
Chicago, Illinois
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
34
First-year spots
Applicants
3,536
Latest cycle
Interview rate
10.2%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
3%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B
For residents

University of Chicago Program is a university Based Internal Medicine residency program in Chicago, Illinois, sponsored by University of Chicago Medical Center. It offers 34 first-year positions, higher than the typical Internal Medicine program (14).

In the latest application cycle the program received 3,536 applications and invited about 10.2% of applicants to interview. That is close to the typical Internal Medicine interview rate of 10.1%.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 3% of current residents, compared with a median of 46.5% across Internal Medicine programs. The program sponsors J-1 and H-1B visas.

Residents work about 70 hours a week in their first year. The program offers research 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
  • Step 2 CK scores of interviewed applicants
  • US clinical experience required
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
34
Interview rate
10.2%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates97%
  • US DO graduates0%
  • US IMGs2%
  • Non-US IMGs1%

Demographics

  • Women50%
  • Men50%
  • White50%
  • Asian32%
  • Black or African American14%
  • Hispanic or Latino9%
  • American Indian or Alaska Native2%
  • Other1%

Contact and location

Program director
Julie Oyler
Program coordinator
Nicole Teran
Coordinator phone
(773) 702-9706
Program phone
(773) 834-1808
Sponsoring institution
University of Chicago Medical Center

Medicine, MC 7082 / AMB A-710 5841 S Maryland Avenue Chicago, IL 60637 Open in Google Maps

University of Chicago Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of Chicago Program sponsor visas?

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

About 3% of residents at University of Chicago Program are international medical graduates, so the program accepts some IMGs. 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 University of Chicago Program offer?

University of Chicago Program offers 34 first-year Internal Medicine positions, and 34 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is University of Chicago Program?

University of Chicago Program received 3,536 applications and interviewed about 10.2% of applicants. The typical Internal Medicine program interviews about 10.1%.

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

University of Chicago Program is located at Medicine, MC 7082 / AMB A-710 5841 S Maryland Avenue Chicago, IL 60637. Its sponsoring institution is University of Chicago Medical Center.

Who is the program director of University of Chicago Program?

The program director is Julie Oyler. The program coordinator, Nicole Teran, is the usual contact for application questions.

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