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University of Chicago Program

Neurology residency program in Chicago, Illinois, sponsored by University of Chicago Medical Center.

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About 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
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.