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University of Florida Program

Pediatrics residency program in Gainesville, Florida, sponsored by University of Florida College of Medicine.

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About University of Florida Program

ACGME code
3201131053
Program director
Arwa Saidi
Location
Gainesville, Florida
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
18
First-year spots
Applicants
1,062
Latest cycle
Interview rate
30.1%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
19%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

University of Florida Program is a university Based Pediatrics residency program in Gainesville, Florida, sponsored by University of Florida College of Medicine. It offers 18 first-year positions, higher than the typical Pediatrics program (12).

In the latest application cycle the program received 1,062 applications and invited about 30.1% of applicants to interview. That is close to the typical Pediatrics interview rate of 27.6%.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 19% of current residents, compared with a median of 20% across Pediatrics programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 61 hours a week in their first year. The program offers 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
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
18
Interview rate
30.1%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates66%
  • US DO graduates15%
  • US IMGs6%
  • Non-US IMGs13%

Demographics

  • Women74%
  • Men26%
  • White72%
  • Asian9%
  • Black or African American2%
  • Hispanic or Latino21%
  • Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander2%
  • Other4%

Contact and location

Program director
Arwa Saidi
Program coordinator
Michelle Calano
Coordinator phone
(352) 273-8234
Program phone
(352) 273-7770
Sponsoring institution
University of Florida College of Medicine

UF Health Shands Childrens Hospital 1600 SW Archer Road Room HD 513 PO Box 100296 Peds Medical Education Gainesville, FL 32610 Open in Google Maps

University of Florida Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of Florida Program sponsor visas?

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

Is University of Florida Program IMG-friendly?

About 19% of residents at University of Florida Program are international medical graduates, so the program accepts some IMGs. For comparison, the median Pediatrics program has 20% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 visas.

How many residency positions does University of Florida Program offer?

University of Florida Program offers 18 first-year Pediatrics positions, and 18 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is University of Florida Program?

University of Florida Program received 1,062 applications and interviewed about 30.1% of applicants. The typical Pediatrics program interviews about 27.6%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for University of Florida 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 Florida 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 Florida Program located?

University of Florida Program is located at UF Health Shands Childrens Hospital 1600 SW Archer Road Room HD 513 PO Box 100296 Peds Medical Education Gainesville, FL 32610. Its sponsoring institution is University of Florida College of Medicine.

Who is the program director of University of Florida Program?

The program director is Arwa Saidi. The program coordinator, Michelle Calano, is the usual contact for application questions.

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