PediatricsCommunity-based university affiliatedSponsors J-1

Nationwide Children's Hospital/Ohio State University Program

Pediatrics residency program in Columbus, Ohio, sponsored by Nationwide Children's Hospital.

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About Nationwide Children's Hospital/Ohio State University Program

ACGME code
3203821192
Program director
Claire Stewart
Location
Columbus, Ohio
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
38
First-year spots
Applicants
1,292
Latest cycle
Interview rate
41.3%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
4%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

Nationwide Children's Hospital/Ohio State University Program is a community-based university affiliated Pediatrics residency program in Columbus, Ohio, sponsored by Nationwide Children's Hospital. It offers 38 first-year positions, higher than the typical Pediatrics program (12).

In the latest application cycle the program received 1,292 applications and invited about 41.3% 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 4% of current residents, compared with a median of 20% across Pediatrics programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 65 hours a week in their first year. The program offers primary care and research tracks.

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
38
Interview rate
41.3%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates71%
  • US DO graduates25%
  • US IMGs0%
  • Non-US IMGs4%

Demographics

  • Women76%
  • Men24%
  • White74%
  • Asian11%
  • Black or African American7%
  • Hispanic or Latino18%
  • Other2%

Contact and location

Program director
Claire Stewart
Program coordinator
Brittany O'Brien
Coordinator phone
(614) 722-4419
Program phone
(614) 722-2000
Sponsoring institution
Nationwide Children's Hospital

700 Children's Drive - Suite ED2A Columbus, OH 43205 Open in Google Maps

Nationwide Children's Hospital/Ohio State University Program: frequently asked questions

Does Nationwide Children's Hospital/Ohio State University Program sponsor visas?

Yes. Nationwide Children's Hospital/Ohio State University Program sponsors J-1 visas for residents. Visa policies can change between cycles, so confirm with the program coordinator before you apply.

Is Nationwide Children's Hospital/Ohio State University Program IMG-friendly?

About 4% of residents at Nationwide Children's Hospital/Ohio State 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 Nationwide Children's Hospital/Ohio State University Program offer?

Nationwide Children's Hospital/Ohio State University Program offers 38 first-year Pediatrics positions, and 38 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is Nationwide Children's Hospital/Ohio State University Program?

Nationwide Children's Hospital/Ohio State University Program received 1,292 applications and interviewed about 41.3% of applicants. The typical Pediatrics program interviews about 27.6%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Nationwide Children's Hospital/Ohio State 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 Nationwide Children's Hospital/Ohio State 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 Nationwide Children's Hospital/Ohio State University Program located?

Nationwide Children's Hospital/Ohio State University Program is located at 700 Children's Drive - Suite ED2A Columbus, OH 43205. Its sponsoring institution is Nationwide Children's Hospital.

Who is the program director of Nationwide Children's Hospital/Ohio State University Program?

The program director is Claire Stewart. The program coordinator, Brittany O'Brien, is the usual contact for application questions.

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