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Virginia Commonwealth University Health System Program

Pathology-Anatomic and Clinical residency program in Richmond, Virginia, sponsored by Virginia Commonwealth University Health System.

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About Virginia Commonwealth University Health System Program

ACGME code
3005111366
Program director
Kimberly Sanford
Location
Richmond, Virginia
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
5
First-year spots
Applicants
531
Latest cycle
Interview rate
17.1%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
24%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

Virginia Commonwealth University Health System Program is a university Based Pathology-Anatomic and Clinical residency program in Richmond, Virginia, sponsored by Virginia Commonwealth University Health System. It offers 5 first-year positions, higher than the typical Pathology-Anatomic and Clinical program (4).

In the latest application cycle the program received 531 applications and invited about 17.1% 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 24% of current residents, compared with a median of 40% across Pathology-Anatomic and Clinical programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 55 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
  • US clinical experience required
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
5
Interview rate
17.1%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates35%
  • US DO graduates41%
  • US IMGs18%
  • Non-US IMGs6%

Demographics

  • Women47%
  • Men29%
  • White71%
  • Asian18%
  • Hispanic or Latino18%

Contact and location

Program director
Kimberly Sanford
Program coordinator
Max Espinoza
Coordinator phone
(804) 827-0561
Program phone
(804) 347-4105
Sponsoring institution
Virginia Commonwealth University Health System

VCU Health Pathology Dept, Box 980662 1101 E Marshall Street Richmond, VA 23298-0662 Open in Google Maps

Virginia Commonwealth University Health System Program: frequently asked questions

Does Virginia Commonwealth University Health System Program sponsor visas?

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

Is Virginia Commonwealth University Health System Program IMG-friendly?

About 24% of residents at Virginia Commonwealth University Health System Program are international medical graduates, so the program accepts some IMGs. For comparison, the median Pathology-Anatomic and Clinical program has 40% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 visas.

How many residency positions does Virginia Commonwealth University Health System Program offer?

Virginia Commonwealth University Health System Program offers 5 first-year Pathology-Anatomic and Clinical positions, and 5 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is Virginia Commonwealth University Health System Program?

Virginia Commonwealth University Health System Program received 531 applications and interviewed about 17.1% of applicants. The typical Pathology-Anatomic and Clinical program interviews about 11.3%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Virginia Commonwealth University Health System Program?

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has Virginia Commonwealth University Health System 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 Virginia Commonwealth University Health System Program located?

Virginia Commonwealth University Health System Program is located at VCU Health Pathology Dept, Box 980662 1101 E Marshall Street Richmond, VA 23298-0662. Its sponsoring institution is Virginia Commonwealth University Health System.

Who is the program director of Virginia Commonwealth University Health System Program?

The program director is Kimberly Sanford. The program coordinator, Max Espinoza, is the usual contact for application questions.