PediatricsCommunity-based university affiliatedSponsors J-1

St Joseph's University Medical Center Program

Pediatrics residency program in Paterson, New Jersey, sponsored by St Joseph's University Medical Center.

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About St Joseph's University Medical Center Program

ACGME code
3203321364
Program director
Jennifer Chuang
Location
Paterson, New Jersey
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
12
First-year spots
Applicants
735
Latest cycle
Interview rate
23.3%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
97%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

St Joseph's University Medical Center Program is a community-based university affiliated Pediatrics residency program in Paterson, New Jersey, sponsored by St Joseph's University Medical Center. It offers 12 first-year positions, about the same as the typical Pediatrics program (12).

In the latest application cycle the program received 735 applications and invited about 23.3% 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 97% 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.

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
12
Interview rate
23.3%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates0%
  • US DO graduates3%
  • US IMGs77%
  • Non-US IMGs20%

Demographics

  • Women83%
  • Men17%
  • White9%
  • Asian46%
  • Black or African American9%
  • Hispanic or Latino11%
  • Other3%

Contact and location

Program director
Jennifer Chuang
Program coordinator
Karen Hilla
Coordinator phone
(973) 754-2543
Sponsoring institution
St Joseph's University Medical Center

703 Main Street Paterson, NJ 07503 Open in Google Maps

St Joseph's University Medical Center Program: frequently asked questions

Does St Joseph's University Medical Center Program sponsor visas?

Yes. St Joseph's 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 St Joseph's University Medical Center Program IMG-friendly?

About 97% of residents at St Joseph's University 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 St Joseph's University Medical Center Program offer?

St Joseph's University Medical Center Program offers 12 first-year Pediatrics positions, and 7 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is St Joseph's University Medical Center Program?

St Joseph's University Medical Center Program received 735 applications and interviewed about 23.3% of applicants. The typical Pediatrics program interviews about 27.6%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for St Joseph's 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 St Joseph's 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 St Joseph's University Medical Center Program located?

St Joseph's University Medical Center Program is located at 703 Main Street Paterson, NJ 07503. Its sponsoring institution is St Joseph's University Medical Center.

Who is the program director of St Joseph's University Medical Center Program?

The program director is Jennifer Chuang. The program coordinator, Karen Hilla, is the usual contact for application questions.

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