University of Rochester Medical Center Program Neurology Residency
Neurology residency program in Rochester, New York, sponsored by University of Rochester Medical Center.
See how you matchAbout University of Rochester Medical Center Program
- ACGME code
- 1803531082
- Program director
- Colleen Tomcik
- Location
- Rochester, New York
- Data updated
- October 11, 2026
- Positions
- 8
- First-year spots
- Applicants
- 554
- Latest cycle
- Interview rate
- 16.6%
- Of applicants invited
- IMG residents
- 0%
- Share of current residents
- Visa sponsorship
- J-1
- For residents
University of Rochester Medical Center Program is a university Based Neurology residency program in Rochester, New York, sponsored by University of Rochester Medical Center. It offers 8 first-year positions, higher than the typical Neurology program (6).
In the latest application cycle the program received 554 applications and invited about 16.6% of applicants to interview. That is a higher interview rate than most Neurology programs, which interview about 12.6% of applicants.
None of the program's current residents are international medical graduates (IMGs), while the median Neurology program has 20%. The program sponsors J-1 visas.
Residents work about 60 hours a week in their first year.
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
- Signals and geographic preference
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Applications and interviews
- Positions offered
- 8
- Interview rate
- 16.6%
- Letters of recommendation
- At least 4
- Visa sponsorship
- J-1
Current residents
Residents by medical school type
- US MD graduates100%
- US DO graduates0%
- US IMGs0%
- Non-US IMGs0%
Demographics
- Women47%
- Men53%
- White69%
- Asian25%
- Hispanic or Latino9%
- Other9%
Contact and location
- Program director
- Colleen Tomcik
- Program coordinator
- Clara Vigelette
- Coordinator phone
- (585) 275-2545
- [email protected]
- Website
- Program website
- Sponsoring institution
- University of Rochester Medical Center
Department of Neurology 601 Elmwood Avenue, PO Box 673 Rochester, NY 14642 Open in Google Maps
University of Rochester Medical Center Program: frequently asked questions
Does University of Rochester Medical Center Program sponsor visas?
Yes. University of Rochester Medical Center 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 Rochester Medical Center Program IMG-friendly?
University of Rochester Medical Center Program currently has no international medical graduates among its residents. For comparison, the median Neurology program has 20% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 visas.
How many residency positions does University of Rochester Medical Center Program offer?
University of Rochester Medical Center Program offers 8 first-year Neurology positions, and 8 were filled in the latest Match.
How competitive is University of Rochester Medical Center Program?
University of Rochester Medical Center Program received 554 applications and interviewed about 16.6% of applicants. The typical Neurology program interviews about 12.6%.
What Step 2 CK score do I need for University of Rochester Medical Center 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 Rochester Medical Center Program's Step 2 CK minimum and score range of interviewed applicants. Unlock the screening details above to see them. Across Neurology programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 250.
Where is University of Rochester Medical Center Program located?
University of Rochester Medical Center Program is located at Department of Neurology 601 Elmwood Avenue, PO Box 673 Rochester, NY 14642. Its sponsoring institution is University of Rochester Medical Center.
Who is the program director of University of Rochester Medical Center Program?
The program director is Colleen Tomcik. The program coordinator, Clara Vigelette, is the usual contact for application questions.