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Johns Hopkins University Program

Pediatrics residency program in Baltimore, Maryland, sponsored by Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine.

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About Johns Hopkins University Program

ACGME code
3202321096
Program director
Nicole Shilkofski
Location
Baltimore, Maryland
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
24
First-year spots
Applicants
1,065
Latest cycle
Interview rate
45.8%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
5%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

Johns Hopkins University Program is a university Based Pediatrics residency program in Baltimore, Maryland, sponsored by Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. It offers 24 first-year positions, higher than the typical Pediatrics program (12).

In the latest application cycle the program received 1,065 applications and invited about 45.8% of applicants to interview. That is a higher interview rate than most Pediatrics programs, which interview about 27.6% of applicants.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 5% of current residents, compared with a median of 20% across Pediatrics programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 70 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
  • US clinical experience required
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
24
Interview rate
45.8%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates95%
  • US DO graduates0%
  • US IMGs0%
  • Non-US IMGs5%

Demographics

  • Women77%
  • Men23%
  • White59%
  • Asian25%
  • Black or African American11%
  • Hispanic or Latino5%
  • Other1%

Contact and location

Program director
Nicole Shilkofski
Program coordinator
Kathryn Mainhart
Coordinator phone
(410) 955-2727
Sponsoring institution
Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine

The Johns Hopkins Hospital Charlotte R. Bloomberg Children's Center, Rm 8461 1800 Orleans Street Baltimore, MD 21287 Open in Google Maps

Johns Hopkins University Program: frequently asked questions

Does Johns Hopkins University Program sponsor visas?

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

Is Johns Hopkins University Program IMG-friendly?

About 5% of residents at Johns Hopkins University Program are international medical graduates, so the program accepts some IMGs. For comparison, the median Pediatrics program has 20% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 visas.

How many residency positions does Johns Hopkins University Program offer?

Johns Hopkins University Program offers 24 first-year Pediatrics positions, and 24 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is Johns Hopkins University Program?

Johns Hopkins University Program received 1,065 applications and interviewed about 45.8% of applicants. The typical Pediatrics program interviews about 27.6%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Johns Hopkins University Program?

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

Johns Hopkins University Program is located at The Johns Hopkins Hospital Charlotte R. Bloomberg Children's Center, Rm 8461 1800 Orleans Street Baltimore, MD 21287. Its sponsoring institution is Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine.

Who is the program director of Johns Hopkins University Program?

The program director is Nicole Shilkofski. The program coordinator, Kathryn Mainhart, is the usual contact for application questions.

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