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University of Louisville School of Medicine Program

Pediatrics residency program in Louisville, Kentucky, sponsored by University of Louisville School of Medicine.

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About University of Louisville School of Medicine Program

ACGME code
3202021088
Program director
Rebecca Hart
Location
Louisville, Kentucky
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
24
First-year spots
Applicants
763
Latest cycle
Interview rate
56.7%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
12%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

University of Louisville School of Medicine Program is a university Based Pediatrics residency program in Louisville, Kentucky, sponsored by University of Louisville School of Medicine. It offers 24 first-year positions, higher than the typical Pediatrics program (12).

In the latest application cycle the program received 763 applications and invited about 56.7% 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 12% of current residents, compared with a median of 20% across Pediatrics programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 55 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
  • Year of graduation limit
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
24
Interview rate
56.7%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates54%
  • US DO graduates35%
  • US IMGs8%
  • Non-US IMGs4%

Demographics

  • Women78%
  • Men21%
  • White78%
  • Asian14%
  • Black or African American3%
  • Hispanic or Latino9%
  • American Indian or Alaska Native1%
  • Other3%

Contact and location

Program director
Rebecca Hart
Program coordinator
Brittney Luckett
Coordinator phone
(502) 629-8828
Program phone
(502) 592-5216
Sponsoring institution
University of Louisville School of Medicine

571 S Floyd Street Suite 412 Louisville, KY 40202 Open in Google Maps

University of Louisville School of Medicine Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of Louisville School of Medicine Program sponsor visas?

Yes. University of Louisville School of Medicine 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 Louisville School of Medicine Program IMG-friendly?

About 12% of residents at University of Louisville School of Medicine 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 Louisville School of Medicine Program offer?

University of Louisville School of Medicine Program offers 24 first-year Pediatrics positions, and 22 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is University of Louisville School of Medicine Program?

University of Louisville School of Medicine Program received 763 applications and interviewed about 56.7% of applicants. The typical Pediatrics program interviews about 27.6%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for University of Louisville School 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 Louisville School 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 Louisville School of Medicine Program located?

University of Louisville School of Medicine Program is located at 571 S Floyd Street Suite 412 Louisville, KY 40202. Its sponsoring institution is University of Louisville School of Medicine.

Who is the program director of University of Louisville School of Medicine Program?

The program director is Rebecca Hart. The program coordinator, Brittney Luckett, is the usual contact for application questions.

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