University of Chicago Program

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

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About University of Chicago Program

ACGME code
7001614012
Program director
Allie Dakroub
Location
Chicago, Illinois
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
4
First-year spots
Applicants
395
Latest cycle
Interview rate
16.7%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
6%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
None
For residents

University of Chicago Program is a university Based Internal Medicine/Pediatrics residency program in Chicago, Illinois, sponsored by University of Chicago 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 395 applications and invited about 16.7% of applicants to interview. That makes it more selective than most Internal Medicine/Pediatrics programs, which interview about 28.4% of applicants.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 6% of current residents, compared with a median of 0% across Internal Medicine/Pediatrics programs. The program does not report sponsoring J-1 or H-1B visas.

Residents work about 70 hours a week in their first year. The program offers 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
  • US clinical experience required
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
4
Interview rate
16.7%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
None

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates94%
  • US DO graduates0%
  • US IMGs0%
  • Non-US IMGs6%

Demographics

  • Women75%
  • Men25%
  • White38%
  • Asian38%
  • Black or African American19%
  • Hispanic or Latino13%
  • Other6%

Contact and location

Program director
Allie Dakroub
Program coordinator
Crystal Cannon
Coordinator phone
(773) 795-1126
Program phone
(773) 702-4321
Sponsoring institution
University of Chicago Medical Center

Univ of Chicago Hospitals and Clinics 5841 South Maryland Ave MC7082 Chicago, IL 60637 Open in Google Maps

University of Chicago Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of Chicago Program sponsor visas?

University of Chicago Program does not report sponsoring J-1 or H-1B visas. International applicants who need a visa should confirm with the program before applying.

Is University of Chicago Program IMG-friendly?

About 6% of residents at University of Chicago Program are international medical graduates, so the program accepts some IMGs. For comparison, the median Internal Medicine/Pediatrics program has 0% IMG residents.

How many residency positions does University of Chicago Program offer?

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

How competitive is University of Chicago Program?

University of Chicago Program received 395 applications and interviewed about 16.7% of applicants. The typical Internal Medicine/Pediatrics program interviews about 28.4%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for University of Chicago 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 Chicago 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 University of Chicago Program located?

University of Chicago Program is located at Univ of Chicago Hospitals and Clinics 5841 South Maryland Ave MC7082 Chicago, IL 60637. Its sponsoring institution is University of Chicago Medical Center.

Who is the program director of University of Chicago Program?

The program director is Allie Dakroub. The program coordinator, Crystal Cannon, is the usual contact for application questions.