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University of Kentucky College of Medicine Program

Internal Medicine residency program in Lexington, Kentucky, sponsored by University of Kentucky College of Medicine.

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About University of Kentucky College of Medicine Program

ACGME code
1402021141
Program director
Sarah Vick
Location
Lexington, Kentucky
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
21
First-year spots
Applicants
1,379
Latest cycle
Interview rate
15.8%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
4%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

University of Kentucky College of Medicine Program is a university Based Internal Medicine residency program in Lexington, Kentucky, sponsored by University of Kentucky College of Medicine. It offers 21 first-year positions, higher than the typical Internal Medicine program (14).

In the latest application cycle the program received 1,379 applications and invited about 15.8% of applicants to interview. That is a higher interview rate than most Internal Medicine programs, which interview about 10.1% of applicants.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 4% of current residents, compared with a median of 46.5% across Internal Medicine programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 50 hours a week in their first year. The program offers hospitalist, primary care 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
  • Residents' medical schools and countries
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
21
Interview rate
15.8%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates78%
  • US DO graduates19%
  • US IMGs4%
  • Non-US IMGs0%

Demographics

  • Women47%
  • Men53%
  • White85%
  • Asian13%
  • Hispanic or Latino2%
  • American Indian or Alaska Native2%
  • Other1%

Contact and location

Program director
Sarah Vick
Program coordinator
Kristi Lovell
Coordinator phone
(859) 218-2834
Program phone
(812) 455-0202
Sponsoring institution
University of Kentucky College of Medicine

Department of Internal Medicine 740 S. Limestone, J504 Lexington, KY 40536-0200 Open in Google Maps

University of Kentucky College of Medicine Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of Kentucky College of Medicine Program sponsor visas?

Yes. University of Kentucky College of Medicine Program sponsors J-1 visas for residents. Visa policies can change between cycles, so confirm with the program coordinator before you apply.

Is University of Kentucky College of Medicine Program IMG-friendly?

About 4% of residents at University of Kentucky College of Medicine 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 visas.

How many residency positions does University of Kentucky College of Medicine Program offer?

University of Kentucky College of Medicine Program offers 21 first-year Internal Medicine positions, and 21 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is University of Kentucky College of Medicine Program?

University of Kentucky College of Medicine Program received 1,379 applications and interviewed about 15.8% of applicants. The typical Internal Medicine program interviews about 10.1%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for University of Kentucky College of Medicine 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 Kentucky College of Medicine 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 Kentucky College of Medicine Program located?

University of Kentucky College of Medicine Program is located at Department of Internal Medicine 740 S. Limestone, J504 Lexington, KY 40536-0200. Its sponsoring institution is University of Kentucky College of Medicine.

Who is the program director of University of Kentucky College of Medicine Program?

The program director is Sarah Vick. The program coordinator, Kristi Lovell, is the usual contact for application questions.

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