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Rush University Medical Center Program

Internal Medicine/Pediatrics residency program in Chicago, Illinois, sponsored by Rush University Medical Center.

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About Rush University Medical Center Program

ACGME code
7001632103
Program director
Jen McDonnell
Location
Chicago, Illinois
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
4
First-year spots
Applicants
353
Latest cycle
Interview rate
24.6%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
0%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

Rush University Medical Center Program is a university Based Internal Medicine/Pediatrics residency program in Chicago, Illinois, sponsored by Rush University Medical Center. It offers 4 first-year positions, about the same as the typical Internal Medicine/Pediatrics program (4).

In the latest application cycle the program received 353 applications and invited about 24.6% of applicants to interview. That is close to the typical Internal Medicine/Pediatrics interview rate of 28.4%.

None of the program's current residents are international medical graduates (IMGs), while the median Internal Medicine/Pediatrics program has 0%. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 50 hours a week in their first year. The program offers hospitalist 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

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
4
Interview rate
24.6%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates94%
  • US DO graduates6%
  • US IMGs0%
  • Non-US IMGs0%

Demographics

  • Women75%
  • Men25%
  • White50%
  • Asian13%
  • Black or African American13%
  • Hispanic or Latino25%

Contact and location

Program director
Jen McDonnell
Program coordinator
Samuel Wein
Coordinator phone
(312) 942-2354
Program phone
(312) 942-8000
Sponsoring institution
Rush University Medical Center

Internal Medicine-Pediatric Residency Program Rush Med-Peds 1645 West Jackson Blvd. suite 215 Chicago, IL 60612 Open in Google Maps

Rush University Medical Center Program: frequently asked questions

Does Rush University Medical Center Program sponsor visas?

Yes. Rush University Medical Center Program sponsors J-1 visas for residents. Visa policies can change between cycles, so confirm with the program coordinator before you apply.

Is Rush University Medical Center Program IMG-friendly?

Rush University Medical Center Program currently has no international medical graduates among its residents. For comparison, the median Internal Medicine/Pediatrics program has 0% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 visas.

How many residency positions does Rush University Medical Center Program offer?

Rush University Medical Center Program offers 4 first-year Internal Medicine/Pediatrics positions, and 4 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is Rush University Medical Center Program?

Rush University Medical Center Program received 353 applications and interviewed about 24.6% of applicants. The typical Internal Medicine/Pediatrics program interviews about 28.4%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Rush University Medical Center Program?

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has Rush University Medical Center Program's Step 2 CK minimum and score range of interviewed applicants. Unlock the screening details above to see them. Across Internal Medicine/Pediatrics programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 255.

Where is Rush University Medical Center Program located?

Rush University Medical Center Program is located at Internal Medicine-Pediatric Residency Program Rush Med-Peds 1645 West Jackson Blvd. suite 215 Chicago, IL 60612. Its sponsoring institution is Rush University Medical Center.

Who is the program director of Rush University Medical Center Program?

The program director is Jen McDonnell. The program coordinator, Samuel Wein, is the usual contact for application questions.