PediatricsCommunity-based university affiliatedSponsors J-1

Rutgers Health/Newark Beth Israel Medical Center Program

Pediatrics residency program in Newark, New Jersey, sponsored by Rutgers Health.

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About Rutgers Health/Newark Beth Israel Medical Center Program

ACGME code
3203321362
Program director
Jon Sicat
Location
Newark, New Jersey
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
12
First-year spots
Applicants
1,393
Latest cycle
Interview rate
13.9%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
79%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

Rutgers Health/Newark Beth Israel Medical Center Program is a community-based university affiliated Pediatrics residency program in Newark, New Jersey, sponsored by Rutgers Health. It offers 12 first-year positions, about the same as the typical Pediatrics program (12).

In the latest application cycle the program received 1,393 applications and invited about 13.9% 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 79% of current residents, compared with a median of 20% across Pediatrics programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 75 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
12
Interview rate
13.9%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates3%
  • US DO graduates18%
  • US IMGs41%
  • Non-US IMGs38%

Demographics

  • Women74%
  • Men23%
  • White23%
  • Asian59%
  • Black or African American13%
  • Hispanic or Latino8%
  • Other3%

Contact and location

Program director
Jon Sicat
Program coordinator
Ebonni Shaw
Coordinator phone
(973) 926-2676
Program phone
(973) 926-7471
Sponsoring institution
Rutgers Health

201 Lyons Avenue C-5 Newark, NJ 07112-2027 Open in Google Maps

Rutgers Health/Newark Beth Israel Medical Center Program: frequently asked questions

Does Rutgers Health/Newark Beth Israel Medical Center Program sponsor visas?

Yes. Rutgers Health/Newark Beth Israel 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 Rutgers Health/Newark Beth Israel Medical Center Program IMG-friendly?

About 79% of residents at Rutgers Health/Newark Beth Israel Medical Center 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 Rutgers Health/Newark Beth Israel Medical Center Program offer?

Rutgers Health/Newark Beth Israel Medical Center Program offers 12 first-year Pediatrics positions, and 12 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is Rutgers Health/Newark Beth Israel Medical Center Program?

Rutgers Health/Newark Beth Israel Medical Center Program received 1,393 applications and interviewed about 13.9% of applicants. The typical Pediatrics program interviews about 27.6%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Rutgers Health/Newark Beth Israel 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 Rutgers Health/Newark Beth Israel 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 Rutgers Health/Newark Beth Israel Medical Center Program located?

Rutgers Health/Newark Beth Israel Medical Center Program is located at 201 Lyons Avenue C-5 Newark, NJ 07112-2027. Its sponsoring institution is Rutgers Health.

Who is the program director of Rutgers Health/Newark Beth Israel Medical Center Program?

The program director is Jon Sicat. The program coordinator, Ebonni Shaw, is the usual contact for application questions.

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