Pathology-Anatomic and ClinicalCommunity-based university affiliatedSponsors J-1 and H-1B

Cleveland Clinic Foundation Program

Pathology-Anatomic and Clinical residency program in Cleveland, Ohio, sponsored by Cleveland Clinic Foundation.

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About Cleveland Clinic Foundation Program

ACGME code
3003812278
Program director
Deborah Chute
Location
Cleveland, Ohio
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
8
First-year spots
Applicants
710
Latest cycle
Interview rate
14.5%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
53%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B
For residents

Cleveland Clinic Foundation Program is a community-based university affiliated Pathology-Anatomic and Clinical residency program in Cleveland, Ohio, sponsored by Cleveland Clinic Foundation. It offers 8 first-year positions, higher than the typical Pathology-Anatomic and Clinical program (4).

In the latest application cycle the program received 710 applications and invited about 14.5% of applicants to interview. That is a higher interview rate than most Pathology-Anatomic and Clinical programs, which interview about 11.3% of applicants.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 53% of current residents, compared with a median of 40% across Pathology-Anatomic and Clinical programs. The program sponsors J-1 and H-1B visas.

Residents work about 50 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
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
8
Interview rate
14.5%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates43%
  • US DO graduates3%
  • US IMGs0%
  • Non-US IMGs53%

Demographics

  • Women47%
  • Men53%
  • White63%
  • Asian13%
  • Black or African American10%
  • Hispanic or Latino3%
  • Other10%

Contact and location

Program director
Deborah Chute
Program coordinator
Heather Larisch
Coordinator phone
(216) 855-0747
Program phone
(216) 318-7052
Sponsoring institution
Cleveland Clinic Foundation

Pathology and Laboratory Medicine Institute 9500 Euclid Avenue, L13 Cleveland, OH 44195 Open in Google Maps

Cleveland Clinic Foundation Program: frequently asked questions

Does Cleveland Clinic Foundation Program sponsor visas?

Yes. Cleveland Clinic Foundation 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 Cleveland Clinic Foundation Program IMG-friendly?

About 53% of residents at Cleveland Clinic Foundation Program are international medical graduates, so the program is considered IMG-friendly. For comparison, the median Pathology-Anatomic and Clinical program has 40% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 and H-1B visas.

How many residency positions does Cleveland Clinic Foundation Program offer?

Cleveland Clinic Foundation Program offers 8 first-year Pathology-Anatomic and Clinical positions, and 8 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is Cleveland Clinic Foundation Program?

Cleveland Clinic Foundation Program received 710 applications and interviewed about 14.5% of applicants. The typical Pathology-Anatomic and Clinical program interviews about 11.3%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Cleveland Clinic Foundation Program?

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has Cleveland Clinic Foundation Program's Step 2 CK minimum and score range of interviewed applicants. Unlock the screening details above to see them. Across Pathology-Anatomic and Clinical programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 247.

Where is Cleveland Clinic Foundation Program located?

Cleveland Clinic Foundation Program is located at Pathology and Laboratory Medicine Institute 9500 Euclid Avenue, L13 Cleveland, OH 44195. Its sponsoring institution is Cleveland Clinic Foundation.

Who is the program director of Cleveland Clinic Foundation Program?

The program director is Deborah Chute. The program coordinator, Heather Larisch, is the usual contact for application questions.