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Rush University Medical Center Program

Pediatrics residency program in Chicago, Illinois, sponsored by Rush University Medical Center.

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About Rush University Medical Center Program

ACGME code
3201631069
Program director
Bridget Voigt
Location
Chicago, Illinois
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
11
First-year spots
Applicants
899
Latest cycle
Interview rate
28.9%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
3%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

Rush University Medical Center Program is a university Based Pediatrics residency program in Chicago, Illinois, sponsored by Rush University Medical Center. It offers 11 first-year positions, about the same as the typical Pediatrics program (12).

In the latest application cycle the program received 899 applications and invited about 28.9% of applicants to interview. That is close to the typical Pediatrics interview rate of 27.6%.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 3% of current residents, compared with a median of 20% across Pediatrics programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 50 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
11
Interview rate
28.9%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates67%
  • US DO graduates30%
  • US IMGs0%
  • Non-US IMGs3%

Demographics

  • Women85%
  • Men15%
  • White52%
  • Asian39%
  • Hispanic or Latino9%
  • Other3%

Contact and location

Program director
Bridget Voigt
Program coordinator
Molly Rose Elkins-Ryan
Coordinator phone
(312) 942-2127
Sponsoring institution
Rush University Medical Center

Rush University Children's Hospital Pavilion Building, Room 455 1653 W Congress Parkway Chicago, IL 60612 Open in Google Maps

Rush University Medical Center Program: frequently asked questions

Does Rush University Medical Center Program sponsor visas?

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

About 3% of residents at Rush 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 Rush University Medical Center Program offer?

Rush University Medical Center Program offers 11 first-year Pediatrics positions, and 11 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is Rush University Medical Center Program?

Rush University Medical Center Program received 899 applications and interviewed about 28.9% of applicants. The typical Pediatrics program interviews about 27.6%.

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

Rush University Medical Center Program is located at Rush University Children's Hospital Pavilion Building, Room 455 1653 W Congress Parkway Chicago, IL 60612. Its sponsoring institution is Rush University Medical Center.

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

The program director is Bridget Voigt. The program coordinator, Molly Rose Elkins-Ryan, is the usual contact for application questions.

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