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Howard University Hospital Program

Orthopaedic Surgery residency program in Washington, District of Columbia, sponsored by Howard University Hospital.

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About Howard University Hospital Program

ACGME code
2601000001
Program director
Onyinyechukwu Nwankwo
Location
Washington, District of Columbia
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
3
First-year spots
Applicants
171
Latest cycle
Interview rate
38.6%
Of applicants invited
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

Howard University Hospital Program is a university Based Orthopaedic Surgery residency program in Washington, District of Columbia, sponsored by Howard University Hospital. It offers 3 first-year positions, lower than the typical Orthopaedic Surgery program (4).

In the latest application cycle the program received 171 applications and invited about 38.6% of applicants to interview. That is a higher interview rate than most Orthopaedic Surgery programs, which interview about 16.2% of applicants.

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 scores of interviewed applicants

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
3
Interview rate
38.6%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Contact and location

Program director
Onyinyechukwu Nwankwo
Program coordinator
Tyrece Hunter
Coordinator phone
(202) 865-6692
Sponsoring institution
Howard University Hospital

2041 Georgia Ave. NW Washington, DC 20060 Open in Google Maps

Howard University Hospital Program: frequently asked questions

Does Howard University Hospital Program sponsor visas?

Yes. Howard University Hospital Program sponsors J-1 visas for residents. Visa policies can change between cycles, so confirm with the program coordinator before you apply.

How many residency positions does Howard University Hospital Program offer?

Howard University Hospital Program offers 3 first-year Orthopaedic Surgery positions, and 3 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is Howard University Hospital Program?

Howard University Hospital Program received 171 applications and interviewed about 38.6% of applicants. The typical Orthopaedic Surgery program interviews about 16.2%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Howard University Hospital Program?

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has Howard University Hospital Program's Step 2 CK score range of interviewed applicants. Unlock the screening details above to see it. Across Orthopaedic Surgery programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 258.

Where is Howard University Hospital Program located?

Howard University Hospital Program is located at 2041 Georgia Ave. NW Washington, DC 20060. Its sponsoring institution is Howard University Hospital.

Who is the program director of Howard University Hospital Program?

The program director is Onyinyechukwu Nwankwo. The program coordinator, Tyrece Hunter, is the usual contact for application questions.