PediatricsCommunity-based university affiliatedSponsors J-1

Saint Peter's University Hospital Program

Pediatrics residency program in New Brunswick, New Jersey, sponsored by Saint Peter's University Hospital.

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About Saint Peter's University Hospital Program

ACGME code
3203331419
Program director
William Bernstein
Location
New Brunswick, New Jersey
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
8
First-year spots
Applicants
1,555
Latest cycle
Interview rate
14%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
100%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

Saint Peter's University Hospital Program is a community-based university affiliated Pediatrics residency program in New Brunswick, New Jersey, sponsored by Saint Peter's University Hospital. It offers 8 first-year positions, lower than the typical Pediatrics program (12).

In the latest application cycle the program received 1,555 applications and invited about 14% 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 100% of current residents, compared with a median of 20% across Pediatrics programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 60 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
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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
8
Interview rate
14%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates0%
  • US DO graduates0%
  • US IMGs25%
  • Non-US IMGs75%

Demographics

  • Women71%
  • Men29%
  • White13%
  • Asian58%
  • Black or African American8%
  • Hispanic or Latino8%

Contact and location

Program director
William Bernstein
Program coordinator
Kuan Chen
Coordinator phone
(732) 745-8600
Sponsoring institution
Saint Peter's University Hospital

254 Easton Avenue New Brunswick, NJ 08901 Open in Google Maps

Saint Peter's University Hospital Program: frequently asked questions

Does Saint Peter's University Hospital Program sponsor visas?

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

Is Saint Peter's University Hospital Program IMG-friendly?

About 100% of residents at Saint Peter's University Hospital 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 Saint Peter's University Hospital Program offer?

Saint Peter's University Hospital Program offers 8 first-year Pediatrics positions, and 8 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is Saint Peter's University Hospital Program?

Saint Peter's University Hospital Program received 1,555 applications and interviewed about 14% of applicants. The typical Pediatrics program interviews about 27.6%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Saint Peter's University Hospital Program?

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

Saint Peter's University Hospital Program is located at 254 Easton Avenue New Brunswick, NJ 08901. Its sponsoring institution is Saint Peter's University Hospital.

Who is the program director of Saint Peter's University Hospital Program?

The program director is William Bernstein. The program coordinator, Kuan Chen, is the usual contact for application questions.

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