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University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Program

Neurology residency program in Harlingen, Texas, sponsored by University of Texas Rio Grande Valley.

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About University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Program

ACGME code
1804800169
Program director
Ramsis BENJAMIN
Location
Harlingen, Texas
Data updated
October 3, 2026
Positions
2
First-year spots
Applicants
523
Latest cycle
Interview rate
4.2%
Of applicants invited
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B
For residents

University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Program is a university Based Neurology residency program in Harlingen, Texas, sponsored by University of Texas Rio Grande Valley. It offers 2 first-year positions, lower than the typical Neurology program (6).

In the latest application cycle the program received 523 applications and invited about 4.2% of applicants to interview. That makes it more selective than most Neurology programs, which interview about 12.6% of applicants.

The program sponsors J-1 and H-1B 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

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Applications and interviews

How often applicants were invited to interview, depending on the signal they sent.

  • Gold signal: interviewed0%
  • Silver signal: interviewed0%
  • No signal: interviewed4%
  • Geographic preference matched: interviewed0%
  • Geographic preference not matched: interviewed0%
Positions offered
2
Interview rate
4.2%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B

Contact and location

Program director
Ramsis BENJAMIN
Program coordinator
Teresa Villagomez
Coordinator phone
(956) 296-1477
Program phone
(208) 416-7946
Sponsoring institution
University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

2902 S. Haine Dr. Harlingen, TX 78550 Open in Google Maps

University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Program sponsor visas?

Yes. University of Texas Rio Grande Valley 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.

How many residency positions does University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Program offer?

University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Program offers 2 first-year Neurology positions, and 2 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Program?

University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Program received 523 applications and interviewed about 4.2% of applicants. The typical Neurology program interviews about 12.6%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for University of Texas Rio Grande Valley 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 Texas Rio Grande Valley 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.

Do program signals help at University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Program?

Applicants who sent University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Program a gold signal received interviews about 0% of the time, silver signals about 0%, and applicants without a signal about 4%.

Where is University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Program located?

University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Program is located at 2902 S. Haine Dr. Harlingen, TX 78550. Its sponsoring institution is University of Texas Rio Grande Valley.

Who is the program director of University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Program?

The program director is Ramsis BENJAMIN. The program coordinator, Teresa Villagomez, is the usual contact for application questions.

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