Internal Medicine/PediatricsUniversity BasedSponsors J-1 and H-1B

UPMC Medical Education Program

Internal Medicine/Pediatrics residency program in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, sponsored by UPMC Medical Education.

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About UPMC Medical Education Program

ACGME code
7004114128
Program director
Alexandra Mieczkowski
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
4
First-year spots
Applicants
359
Latest cycle
Interview rate
18.1%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
0%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B
For residents

UPMC Medical Education Program is a university Based Internal Medicine/Pediatrics residency program in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, sponsored by UPMC Medical Education. 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 359 applications and invited about 18.1% of applicants to interview. That makes it more selective than most Internal Medicine/Pediatrics programs, which interview about 28.4% of applicants.

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 and H-1B visas.

Residents work about 70 hours a week in their first year. The program offers hospitalist, research 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
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
4
Interview rate
18.1%
Letters of recommendation
At least 4
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates88%
  • US DO graduates13%
  • US IMGs0%
  • Non-US IMGs0%

Demographics

  • Women75%
  • Men25%
  • White56%
  • Asian31%
  • Black or African American6%
  • Hispanic or Latino13%
  • American Indian or Alaska Native6%

Contact and location

Program director
Alexandra Mieczkowski
Program coordinator
Mary Margaret Populo
Coordinator phone
(412) 692-4947
Program phone
(412) 692-4888
Sponsoring institution
UPMC Medical Education

UPMC Presbyterian 200 Lothrop Street MUH N-713 Department of Medicine, Office of Education Pittsburgh, PA 15213 Open in Google Maps

UPMC Medical Education Program: frequently asked questions

Does UPMC Medical Education Program sponsor visas?

Yes. UPMC Medical Education Program sponsors J-1 and H-1B visas for residents. Visa policies can change between cycles, so confirm with the program coordinator before you apply.

Is UPMC Medical Education Program IMG-friendly?

UPMC Medical Education 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 and H-1B visas.

How many residency positions does UPMC Medical Education Program offer?

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

How competitive is UPMC Medical Education Program?

UPMC Medical Education Program received 359 applications and interviewed about 18.1% of applicants. The typical Internal Medicine/Pediatrics program interviews about 28.4%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for UPMC Medical Education Program?

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has UPMC Medical Education 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 UPMC Medical Education Program located?

UPMC Medical Education Program is located at UPMC Presbyterian 200 Lothrop Street MUH N-713 Department of Medicine, Office of Education Pittsburgh, PA 15213. Its sponsoring institution is UPMC Medical Education.

Who is the program director of UPMC Medical Education Program?

The program director is Alexandra Mieczkowski. The program coordinator, Mary Margaret Populo, is the usual contact for application questions.