PediatricsCommunity-based university affiliatedSponsors J-1

Florida State University College of Medicine Program

Pediatrics residency program in Pensacola, Florida, sponsored by Florida State University College of Medicine.

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About Florida State University College of Medicine Program

ACGME code
3201121059
Program director
Diane Wilkinson
Location
Pensacola, Florida
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
9
First-year spots
Applicants
1,209
Latest cycle
Interview rate
16.1%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
89%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

Florida State University College of Medicine Program is a community-based university affiliated Pediatrics residency program in Pensacola, Florida, sponsored by Florida State University College of Medicine. It offers 9 first-year positions, lower than the typical Pediatrics program (12).

In the latest application cycle the program received 1,209 applications and invited about 16.1% of applicants to interview. That makes it more selective than most Pediatrics programs, which interview about 27.6% of applicants.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 89% of current residents, compared with a median of 20% across Pediatrics programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 52 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
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
9
Interview rate
16.1%
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates4%
  • US DO graduates7%
  • US IMGs19%
  • Non-US IMGs70%

Demographics

  • Women78%
  • Men22%
  • White30%
  • Asian26%
  • Black or African American11%
  • Hispanic or Latino22%

Contact and location

Program director
Diane Wilkinson
Program coordinator
Danika Gretzinger
Coordinator phone
(850) 416-7658
Sponsoring institution
Florida State University College of Medicine

FSU Pediatrics Residency at Ascension Sacred Heart - Pensacola 5151 North Ninth Avenue 1ST Floor Med Staff/GME Pensacola, FL 32504 Open in Google Maps

Florida State University College of Medicine Program: frequently asked questions

Does Florida State University College of Medicine Program sponsor visas?

Yes. Florida State University College of Medicine Program sponsors J-1 visas for residents. Visa policies can change between cycles, so confirm with the program coordinator before you apply.

Is Florida State University College of Medicine Program IMG-friendly?

About 89% of residents at Florida State University College of Medicine Program are international medical graduates, so the program is considered IMG-friendly. For comparison, the median Pediatrics program has 20% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 visas.

How many residency positions does Florida State University College of Medicine Program offer?

Florida State University College of Medicine Program offers 9 first-year Pediatrics positions, and 9 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is Florida State University College of Medicine Program?

Florida State University College of Medicine Program received 1,209 applications and interviewed about 16.1% of applicants. The typical Pediatrics program interviews about 27.6%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Florida State University College of Medicine Program?

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has Florida State University College of Medicine Program's Step 2 CK minimum and score range of interviewed applicants. Unlock the screening details above to see them. Across Pediatrics programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 244.

Where is Florida State University College of Medicine Program located?

Florida State University College of Medicine Program is located at FSU Pediatrics Residency at Ascension Sacred Heart - Pensacola 5151 North Ninth Avenue 1ST Floor Med Staff/GME Pensacola, FL 32504. Its sponsoring institution is Florida State University College of Medicine.

Who is the program director of Florida State University College of Medicine Program?

The program director is Diane Wilkinson. The program coordinator, Danika Gretzinger, is the usual contact for application questions.

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