University of Kentucky College of Medicine Program

Internal Medicine/Pediatrics residency program in Lexington, Kentucky, sponsored by University of Kentucky College of Medicine.

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About University of Kentucky College of Medicine Program

ACGME code
7002014019
Program director
John Stewart
Location
Lexington, Kentucky
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
8
First-year spots
Applicants
281
Latest cycle
Interview rate
35.2%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
4%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
None
For residents

University of Kentucky College of Medicine Program is a university Based Internal Medicine/Pediatrics residency program in Lexington, Kentucky, sponsored by University of Kentucky College of Medicine. It offers 8 first-year positions, higher than the typical Internal Medicine/Pediatrics program (4).

In the latest application cycle the program received 281 applications and invited about 35.2% of applicants to interview. That is a higher interview rate than most Internal Medicine/Pediatrics programs, which interview about 28.4% of applicants.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 4% 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 65 hours a week in their first year. The program offers hospitalist, 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
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
8
Interview rate
35.2%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
None

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates88%
  • US DO graduates8%
  • US IMGs0%
  • Non-US IMGs4%

Demographics

  • Women54%
  • Men46%
  • White96%
  • Asian8%
  • Black or African American4%
  • Hispanic or Latino4%
  • Other4%

Contact and location

Program director
John Stewart
Program coordinator
Leann Jacobs
Coordinator phone
(859) 323-6561
Program phone
(859) 433-4775
Sponsoring institution
University of Kentucky College of Medicine

Univ of Kentucky Med Ctr 304A CTW Bldg. 900 S Limestone St Lexington, KY 40536-0200 Open in Google Maps

University of Kentucky College of Medicine Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of Kentucky College of Medicine Program sponsor visas?

University of Kentucky College of Medicine 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 Kentucky College of Medicine Program IMG-friendly?

About 4% of residents at University of Kentucky College of Medicine 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 Kentucky College of Medicine Program offer?

University of Kentucky College of Medicine Program offers 8 first-year Internal Medicine/Pediatrics positions, and 8 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is University of Kentucky College of Medicine Program?

University of Kentucky College of Medicine Program received 281 applications and interviewed about 35.2% of applicants. The typical Internal Medicine/Pediatrics program interviews about 28.4%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for University of Kentucky College of Medicine 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 Kentucky College of Medicine 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 Kentucky College of Medicine Program located?

University of Kentucky College of Medicine Program is located at Univ of Kentucky Med Ctr 304A CTW Bldg. 900 S Limestone St Lexington, KY 40536-0200. Its sponsoring institution is University of Kentucky College of Medicine.

Who is the program director of University of Kentucky College of Medicine Program?

The program director is John Stewart. The program coordinator, Leann Jacobs, is the usual contact for application questions.