Obstetrics and GynecologyUniversity BasedSponsors J-1 and H-1B

University of Chicago Program

Obstetrics and Gynecology residency program in Chicago, Illinois, sponsored by University of Chicago Medical Center.

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About University of Chicago Program

ACGME code
2201611092
Program director
Julia Simon
Location
Chicago, Illinois
Data updated
October 3, 2026
Positions
8
First-year spots
IMG residents
3%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B
For residents

University of Chicago Program is a university Based Obstetrics and Gynecology residency program in Chicago, Illinois, sponsored by University of Chicago Medical Center. It offers 8 first-year positions, higher than the typical Obstetrics and Gynecology program (5).

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 3% of current residents, compared with a median of 0% across Obstetrics and Gynecology programs. 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
  • Year of graduation limit
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries

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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: interviewed0%
  • Geographic preference matched: interviewed0%
  • Geographic preference not matched: interviewed0%
Positions offered
8
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates97%
  • US DO graduates0%
  • US IMGs0%
  • Non-US IMGs3%

Demographics

  • Women97%
  • Men3%
  • White55%
  • Asian32%
  • Black or African American19%
  • Hispanic or Latino13%
  • American Indian or Alaska Native3%

Contact and location

Program director
Julia Simon
Program coordinator
Shanaya Walton
Coordinator phone
(773) 834-0598
Program phone
(773) 834-2421
Sponsoring institution
University of Chicago Medical Center

Pritzker School of Medicine 5841 S Maryland Ave Chicago, IL 60637 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 and H-1B 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 3% of residents at University of Chicago Program are international medical graduates, so the program accepts some IMGs. For comparison, the median Obstetrics and Gynecology program has 0% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 and H-1B visas.

How many residency positions does University of Chicago Program offer?

University of Chicago Program offers 8 first-year Obstetrics and Gynecology positions, and 8 were filled in the latest Match.

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 minimum. Unlock the screening details above to see it.

Do program signals help at University of Chicago Program?

Applicants who sent University of Chicago Program a gold signal received interviews about 0% of the time, silver signals about 0%, and applicants without a signal about 0%.

Where is University of Chicago Program located?

University of Chicago Program is located at Pritzker School of Medicine 5841 S Maryland Ave Chicago, IL 60637. Its sponsoring institution is University of Chicago Medical Center.

Who is the program director of University of Chicago Program?

The program director is Julia Simon. The program coordinator, Shanaya Walton, is the usual contact for application questions.

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