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Loyola University Medical Center Program

Pediatrics residency program in Maywood, Illinois, sponsored by Loyola University Medical Center.

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About Loyola University Medical Center Program

ACGME code
3201621075
Program director
Bridget Boyd
Location
Maywood, Illinois
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
10
First-year spots
Applicants
1,070
Latest cycle
Interview rate
21.8%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
24%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

Loyola University Medical Center Program is a university Based Pediatrics residency program in Maywood, Illinois, sponsored by Loyola University Medical Center. It offers 10 first-year positions, lower than the typical Pediatrics program (12).

In the latest application cycle the program received 1,070 applications and invited about 21.8% 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 24% of current residents, compared with a median of 20% across Pediatrics programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 48 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
10
Interview rate
21.8%
Letters of recommendation
At least 2
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates33%
  • US DO graduates43%
  • US IMGs17%
  • Non-US IMGs7%

Demographics

  • Women83%
  • Men17%
  • White50%
  • Asian33%
  • Black or African American7%
  • Hispanic or Latino10%
  • Other3%

Contact and location

Program director
Bridget Boyd
Program coordinator
Tanya Diaz
Coordinator phone
(708) 327-9124
Program phone
(708) 216-3282
Sponsoring institution
Loyola University Medical Center

2160 S First Avenue Maywood, IL 60153 Open in Google Maps

Loyola University Medical Center Program: frequently asked questions

Does Loyola University Medical Center Program sponsor visas?

Yes. Loyola University 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 Loyola University Medical Center Program IMG-friendly?

About 24% of residents at Loyola University Medical Center 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 Loyola University Medical Center Program offer?

Loyola University Medical Center Program offers 10 first-year Pediatrics positions, and 7 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is Loyola University Medical Center Program?

Loyola University Medical Center Program received 1,070 applications and interviewed about 21.8% of applicants. The typical Pediatrics program interviews about 27.6%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Loyola University 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 Loyola University Medical Center 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 Loyola University Medical Center Program located?

Loyola University Medical Center Program is located at 2160 S First Avenue Maywood, IL 60153. Its sponsoring institution is Loyola University Medical Center.

Who is the program director of Loyola University Medical Center Program?

The program director is Bridget Boyd. The program coordinator, Tanya Diaz, is the usual contact for application questions.

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