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University of Puerto Rico Program

Internal Medicine residency program in San Juan, Puerto Rico, sponsored by University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine.

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About University of Puerto Rico Program

ACGME code
1404221397
Program director
Jose A. Colon - Marquez
Location
San Juan, Puerto Rico
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
14
First-year spots
Applicants
454
Latest cycle
IMG residents
27%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

University of Puerto Rico Program is a university Based Internal Medicine residency program in San Juan, Puerto Rico, sponsored by University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine. It offers 14 first-year positions, about the same as the typical Internal Medicine program (14).

In the latest application cycle the program received 454 applications.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 27% of current residents, compared with a median of 46.5% across Internal Medicine programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 75 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
  • Year of graduation limit
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
14
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates74%
  • US DO graduates0%
  • US IMGs20%
  • Non-US IMGs7%

Demographics

  • Women52%
  • Men43%
  • White4%
  • Black or African American2%
  • Hispanic or Latino87%

Contact and location

Program director
Jose A. Colon - Marquez
Program coordinator
Vanessa Caraballo
Coordinator phone
(787) 758-2525
Program phone
(787) 525-4997
Sponsoring institution
University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine

Internal Medicine Residency Program PO Box 365067 San Juan, PR 00936-5067 Open in Google Maps

University of Puerto Rico Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of Puerto Rico Program sponsor visas?

Yes. University of Puerto Rico 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 Puerto Rico Program IMG-friendly?

About 27% of residents at University of Puerto Rico 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 visas.

How many residency positions does University of Puerto Rico Program offer?

University of Puerto Rico Program offers 14 first-year Internal Medicine positions, and 14 were filled in the latest Match.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for University of Puerto Rico 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 Puerto Rico Program's Step 2 CK minimum. 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 University of Puerto Rico Program located?

University of Puerto Rico Program is located at Internal Medicine Residency Program PO Box 365067 San Juan, PR 00936-5067. Its sponsoring institution is University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine.

Who is the program director of University of Puerto Rico Program?

The program director is Jose A. Colon - Marquez. The program coordinator, Vanessa Caraballo, is the usual contact for application questions.

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