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University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) College of Medicine Program

Pediatrics residency program in Little Rock, Arkansas, sponsored by University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) College of Medicine.

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About University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) College of Medicine Program

ACGME code
3200421022
Program director
Oriaku Kas-Osoka
Location
Little Rock, Arkansas
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
26
First-year spots
Applicants
1,362
Latest cycle
Interview rate
22.6%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
44%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B
For residents

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) College of Medicine Program is a university Based Pediatrics residency program in Little Rock, Arkansas, sponsored by University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) College of Medicine. It offers 26 first-year positions, higher than the typical Pediatrics program (12).

In the latest application cycle the program received 1,362 applications and invited about 22.6% 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 44% of current residents, compared with a median of 20% across Pediatrics programs. The program sponsors J-1 and H-1B 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
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
26
Interview rate
22.6%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates43%
  • US DO graduates13%
  • US IMGs11%
  • Non-US IMGs33%

Demographics

  • Women79%
  • Men18%
  • White37%
  • Asian26%
  • Black or African American18%
  • Hispanic or Latino7%
  • Other3%

Contact and location

Program director
Oriaku Kas-Osoka
Program coordinator
Leigh Austin
Coordinator phone
(501) 364-5115
Program phone
(501) 364-1874
Sponsoring institution
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) College of Medicine

Arkansas Children's Hospital 1 Children's Way Slot 512-19A Little Rock, AR 72202 Open in Google Maps

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) College of Medicine Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) College of Medicine Program sponsor visas?

Yes. University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) College of Medicine Program sponsors J-1 and H-1B visas for residents. Visa policies can change between cycles, so confirm with the program coordinator before you apply.

Is University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) College of Medicine Program IMG-friendly?

About 44% of residents at University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) College of Medicine 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 and H-1B visas.

How many residency positions does University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) College of Medicine Program offer?

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) College of Medicine Program offers 26 first-year Pediatrics positions, and 26 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) College of Medicine Program?

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) College of Medicine Program received 1,362 applications and interviewed about 22.6% of applicants. The typical Pediatrics program interviews about 27.6%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) College of Medicine Program?

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) College of Medicine 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 University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) College of Medicine Program located?

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) College of Medicine Program is located at Arkansas Children's Hospital 1 Children's Way Slot 512-19A Little Rock, AR 72202. Its sponsoring institution is University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) College of Medicine.

Who is the program director of University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) College of Medicine Program?

The program director is Oriaku Kas-Osoka. The program coordinator, Leigh Austin, is the usual contact for application questions.

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