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University of Texas Health Science Center at Tyler Program

Internal Medicine residency program in Tyler, Texas, sponsored by University of Texas Health Science Center at Tyler.

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About University of Texas Health Science Center at Tyler Program

ACGME code
1404800903
Program director
James Fox
Location
Tyler, Texas
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
20
First-year spots
Applicants
1,873
Latest cycle
Interview rate
13.4%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
25%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

University of Texas Health Science Center at Tyler Program is a university Based Internal Medicine residency program in Tyler, Texas, sponsored by University of Texas Health Science Center at Tyler. It offers 20 first-year positions, higher than the typical Internal Medicine program (14).

In the latest application cycle the program received 1,873 applications and invited about 13.4% 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 25% of current residents, compared with a median of 46.5% across Internal Medicine programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 60 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
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
20
Interview rate
13.4%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates27%
  • US DO graduates48%
  • US IMGs15%
  • Non-US IMGs10%

Demographics

  • Women48%
  • Men52%
  • White22%
  • Asian62%
  • Black or African American5%
  • Hispanic or Latino10%
  • American Indian or Alaska Native3%
  • Other2%

Contact and location

Program director
James Fox
Program coordinator
Angela Batie
Coordinator phone
(903) 535-6360
Program phone
(903) 877-5620
Sponsoring institution
University of Texas Health Science Center at Tyler

1000 S. Beckham Ave Tyler, TX 75701 Open in Google Maps

University of Texas Health Science Center at Tyler Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of Texas Health Science Center at Tyler Program sponsor visas?

Yes. University of Texas Health Science Center at Tyler 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 Texas Health Science Center at Tyler Program IMG-friendly?

About 25% of residents at University of Texas Health Science Center at Tyler 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 Texas Health Science Center at Tyler Program offer?

University of Texas Health Science Center at Tyler Program offers 20 first-year Internal Medicine positions, and 20 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is University of Texas Health Science Center at Tyler Program?

University of Texas Health Science Center at Tyler Program received 1,873 applications and interviewed about 13.4% of applicants. The typical Internal Medicine program interviews about 10.1%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for University of Texas Health Science Center at Tyler 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 Texas Health Science Center at Tyler 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 Texas Health Science Center at Tyler Program located?

University of Texas Health Science Center at Tyler Program is located at 1000 S. Beckham Ave Tyler, TX 75701. Its sponsoring institution is University of Texas Health Science Center at Tyler.

Who is the program director of University of Texas Health Science Center at Tyler Program?

The program director is James Fox. The program coordinator, Angela Batie, is the usual contact for application questions.

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