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University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago Program

Pediatrics residency program in Chicago, Illinois, sponsored by University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago.

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About University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago Program

ACGME code
3201611074
Program director
Meghan Harding
Location
Chicago, Illinois
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
12
First-year spots
Applicants
1,586
Latest cycle
Interview rate
48.3%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
44%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago Program is a university Based Pediatrics residency program in Chicago, Illinois, sponsored by University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago. It offers 12 first-year positions, about the same as the typical Pediatrics program (12).

In the latest application cycle the program received 1,586 applications and invited about 48.3% of applicants to interview. That is a higher interview rate 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 visas.

Residents work about 60 hours a week in their first year. The program offers hospitalist 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
12
Interview rate
48.3%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates28%
  • US DO graduates28%
  • US IMGs0%
  • Non-US IMGs44%

Demographics

  • Women58%
  • Men42%
  • White44%
  • Asian11%
  • Black or African American8%
  • Hispanic or Latino42%
  • American Indian or Alaska Native3%
  • Other3%

Contact and location

Program director
Meghan Harding
Program coordinator
Diane Arce
Coordinator phone
(312) 996-6043
Program phone
(815) 703-9496
Sponsoring institution
University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago

Department of Pediatrics (MC 856) 840 South Wood Street Chicago, IL 60612 Open in Google Maps

University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago Program sponsor visas?

Yes. University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago 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 Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago Program IMG-friendly?

About 44% of residents at University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago 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 University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago Program offer?

University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago Program offers 12 first-year Pediatrics positions, and 12 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago Program?

University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago Program received 1,586 applications and interviewed about 48.3% of applicants. The typical Pediatrics program interviews about 27.6%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago 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 Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago 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 Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago Program located?

University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago Program is located at Department of Pediatrics (MC 856) 840 South Wood Street Chicago, IL 60612. Its sponsoring institution is University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago.

Who is the program director of University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago Program?

The program director is Meghan Harding. The program coordinator, Diane Arce, is the usual contact for application questions.

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