Pathology-Anatomic and ClinicalUniversity BasedSponsors J-1

University of Rochester Medical Center Program

Pathology-Anatomic and Clinical residency program in Rochester, New York, sponsored by University of Rochester Medical Center.

About University of Rochester Medical Center Program

ACGME code
3003521263
Program director
Linda Schiffhauer
Location
Rochester, New York
Data updated
October 3, 2026
Positions
6
First-year spots
Applicants
612
Latest cycle
Interview rate
12.9%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
35%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

University of Rochester Medical Center Program is a university Based Pathology-Anatomic and Clinical residency program in Rochester, New York, sponsored by University of Rochester Medical Center. It offers 6 first-year positions, higher than the typical Pathology-Anatomic and Clinical program (4).

In the latest application cycle the program received 612 applications and invited about 12.9% of applicants to interview. That is close to the typical Pathology-Anatomic and Clinical interview rate of 11.3%.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 35% of current residents, compared with a median of 40% across Pathology-Anatomic and Clinical programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 48 hours a week in their first year. The program offers research track.

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
  • US clinical experience required
  • 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: interviewed11%
  • Geographic preference matched: interviewed16%
  • Geographic preference not matched: interviewed11%
Positions offered
6
Positions filled
6
Applications received
612
Interview rate
12.9%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Virtual interviews
Yes
Visa sponsorship
J-1
F-1 students accepted
No
Osteopathic recognition
No

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates50%
  • US DO graduates15%
  • US IMGs20%
  • Non-US IMGs15%

Demographics

  • Women60%
  • Men40%
  • White55%
  • Asian15%
  • Black or African American25%
  • Hispanic or Latino5%
  • Other5%

Contact and location

Program director
Linda Schiffhauer
Program coordinator
Leslie Antinarella
Coordinator phone
(585) 273-4580
Sponsoring institution
University of Rochester Medical Center

60l Elmwood Avenue Box 626 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?

About 35% of residents at University of Rochester Medical Center 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 visas.

How many residency positions does University of Rochester Medical Center Program offer?

University of Rochester Medical Center Program offers 6 first-year Pathology-Anatomic and Clinical positions, and 6 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is University of Rochester Medical Center Program?

University of Rochester Medical Center Program received 612 applications and interviewed about 12.9% of applicants. The typical Pathology-Anatomic and Clinical program interviews about 11.3%.

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 Pathology-Anatomic and Clinical programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 247.

Do program signals help at University of Rochester Medical Center Program?

Applicants who sent University of Rochester Medical Center Program a gold signal received interviews about 0% of the time, silver signals about 0%, and applicants without a signal about 11%.

Where is University of Rochester Medical Center Program located?

University of Rochester Medical Center Program is located at 60l Elmwood Avenue Box 626 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 Linda Schiffhauer. The program coordinator, Leslie Antinarella, is the usual contact for application questions.

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