Internal MedicineUniversity BasedSponsors J-1 and H-1B

University of Pennsylvania Health System Program

Internal Medicine residency program in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, sponsored by University of Pennsylvania Health System.

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About University of Pennsylvania Health System Program

ACGME code
1404121380
Program director
Amber-Nicole Bird
Location
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
50
First-year spots
Applicants
2,363
Latest cycle
Interview rate
17.1%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
5%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B
For residents

University of Pennsylvania Health System Program is a university Based Internal Medicine residency program in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, sponsored by University of Pennsylvania Health System. It offers 50 first-year positions, higher than the typical Internal Medicine program (14).

In the latest application cycle the program received 2,363 applications and invited about 17.1% 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 5% 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 65 hours a week in their first year. The program offers primary care and research 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
  • US clinical experience required
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
50
Interview rate
17.1%
Letters of recommendation
At least 2
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates93%
  • US DO graduates2%
  • US IMGs1%
  • Non-US IMGs4%

Demographics

  • Women58%
  • Men42%
  • White47%
  • Asian35%
  • Black or African American9%
  • Hispanic or Latino4%
  • Other2%

Contact and location

Program director
Amber-Nicole Bird
Program coordinator
Megan Henry
Coordinator phone
(215) 662-2725
Program phone
(215) 662-2250
Sponsoring institution
University of Pennsylvania Health System

100 Centrex 3400 Spruce Street Philadelphia, PA 19104 Open in Google Maps

University of Pennsylvania Health System Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of Pennsylvania Health System Program sponsor visas?

Yes. University of Pennsylvania Health System 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 Pennsylvania Health System Program IMG-friendly?

About 5% of residents at University of Pennsylvania Health System 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 Pennsylvania Health System Program offer?

University of Pennsylvania Health System Program offers 50 first-year Internal Medicine positions, and 50 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is University of Pennsylvania Health System Program?

University of Pennsylvania Health System Program received 2,363 applications and interviewed about 17.1% of applicants. The typical Internal Medicine program interviews about 10.1%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for University of Pennsylvania Health System 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 Pennsylvania Health System 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 Pennsylvania Health System Program located?

University of Pennsylvania Health System Program is located at 100 Centrex 3400 Spruce Street Philadelphia, PA 19104. Its sponsoring institution is University of Pennsylvania Health System.

Who is the program director of University of Pennsylvania Health System Program?

The program director is Amber-Nicole Bird. The program coordinator, Megan Henry, is the usual contact for application questions.

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