University of Chicago Program Neurology Residency
Neurology residency program in Chicago, Illinois, sponsored by University of Chicago Medical Center.
See how you matchAbout University of Chicago Program
- ACGME code
- 1801621034
- Program director
- Kenneth Lee
- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Data updated
- October 11, 2026
- Positions
- 10
- First-year spots
- Applicants
- 829
- Latest cycle
- Interview rate
- 15.7%
- Of applicants invited
- IMG residents
- 14%
- Share of current residents
- Visa sponsorship
- J-1
- For residents
University of Chicago Program is a university Based Neurology residency program in Chicago, Illinois, sponsored by University of Chicago Medical Center. It offers 10 first-year positions, higher than the typical Neurology program (6).
In the latest application cycle the program received 829 applications and invited about 15.7% of applicants to interview. That is a higher interview rate than most Neurology programs, which interview about 12.6% of applicants.
International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 14% of current residents, compared with a median of 20% across Neurology programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.
Residents work about 70 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 scores of interviewed applicants
- Residents' medical schools and countries
- Signals and geographic preference
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Applications and interviews
- Positions offered
- 10
- Interview rate
- 15.7%
- Letters of recommendation
- At least 3
- Visa sponsorship
- J-1
Current residents
Residents by medical school type
- US MD graduates68%
- US DO graduates18%
- US IMGs0%
- Non-US IMGs14%
Demographics
- Women57%
- Men43%
- White50%
- Asian39%
- Black or African American4%
- Hispanic or Latino7%
- Other4%
Contact and location
- Program director
- Kenneth Lee
- Program coordinator
- Marla Scofield
- Coordinator phone
- (773) 702-0151
- Program phone
- (773) 834-3858
- [email protected]
- Website
- Program website
- Sponsoring institution
- University of Chicago Medical Center
Department of Neurology 5841 South Maryland Avenue, MC 2030 Chicago, IL 60637-1470 Open in Google Maps
University of Chicago Program: frequently asked questions
Does University of Chicago Program sponsor visas?
Yes. University of Chicago 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 Chicago Program IMG-friendly?
About 14% of residents at University of Chicago Program are international medical graduates, so the program accepts some IMGs. For comparison, the median Neurology program has 20% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 visas.
How many residency positions does University of Chicago Program offer?
University of Chicago Program offers 10 first-year Neurology positions, and 10 were filled in the latest Match.
How competitive is University of Chicago Program?
University of Chicago Program received 829 applications and interviewed about 15.7% of applicants. The typical Neurology program interviews about 12.6%.
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 score range of interviewed applicants. Unlock the screening details above to see it. Across Neurology programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 250.
Where is University of Chicago Program located?
University of Chicago Program is located at Department of Neurology 5841 South Maryland Avenue, MC 2030 Chicago, IL 60637-1470. Its sponsoring institution is University of Chicago Medical Center.
Who is the program director of University of Chicago Program?
The program director is Kenneth Lee. The program coordinator, Marla Scofield, is the usual contact for application questions.