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SUNY Upstate Medical University Program

Pediatrics residency program in Syracuse, New York, sponsored by SUNY Upstate Medical University.

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About SUNY Upstate Medical University Program

ACGME code
3203521175
Program director
Olamide Ajagbe
Location
Syracuse, New York
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
15
First-year spots
Applicants
1,421
Latest cycle
Interview rate
16.1%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
92%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

SUNY Upstate Medical University Program is a university Based Pediatrics residency program in Syracuse, New York, sponsored by SUNY Upstate Medical University. It offers 15 first-year positions, higher than the typical Pediatrics program (12).

In the latest application cycle the program received 1,421 applications and invited about 16.1% 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 92% 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 hospitalist, 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
  • US clinical experience required
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
15
Interview rate
16.1%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates4%
  • US DO graduates4%
  • US IMGs9%
  • Non-US IMGs83%

Demographics

  • Women74%
  • Men26%
  • White19%
  • Asian43%
  • Black or African American17%
  • Other4%

Contact and location

Program director
Olamide Ajagbe
Program coordinator
Aubrey Mariani
Coordinator phone
(315) 464-7588
Program phone
(315) 464-5753
Sponsoring institution
SUNY Upstate Medical University

Department of Pediatrics 750 E Adams Street Syracuse, NY 13210 Open in Google Maps

SUNY Upstate Medical University Program: frequently asked questions

Does SUNY Upstate Medical University Program sponsor visas?

Yes. SUNY Upstate Medical University Program sponsors J-1 visas for residents. Visa policies can change between cycles, so confirm with the program coordinator before you apply.

Is SUNY Upstate Medical University Program IMG-friendly?

About 92% of residents at SUNY Upstate Medical University 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 SUNY Upstate Medical University Program offer?

SUNY Upstate Medical University Program offers 15 first-year Pediatrics positions, and 15 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is SUNY Upstate Medical University Program?

SUNY Upstate Medical University Program received 1,421 applications and interviewed about 16.1% of applicants. The typical Pediatrics program interviews about 27.6%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for SUNY Upstate Medical 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 SUNY Upstate Medical 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 SUNY Upstate Medical University Program located?

SUNY Upstate Medical University Program is located at Department of Pediatrics 750 E Adams Street Syracuse, NY 13210. Its sponsoring institution is SUNY Upstate Medical University.

Who is the program director of SUNY Upstate Medical University Program?

The program director is Olamide Ajagbe. The program coordinator, Aubrey Mariani, is the usual contact for application questions.

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