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University of Maryland Program

Pediatrics residency program in Baltimore, Maryland.

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About University of Maryland Program

ACGME code
3202321100
Program director
Vandana Racherla
Location
Baltimore, Maryland
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
15
First-year spots
Applicants
1,147
Latest cycle
Interview rate
31.7%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
16%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

University of Maryland Program is a university Based Pediatrics residency program in Baltimore, Maryland. It offers 15 first-year positions, higher than the typical Pediatrics program (12).

In the latest application cycle the program received 1,147 applications and invited about 31.7% of applicants to interview. That is close to the typical Pediatrics interview rate of 27.6%.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 16% of current residents, compared with a median of 20% across Pediatrics programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 50 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
  • Year of graduation limit
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
15
Interview rate
31.7%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates48%
  • US DO graduates36%
  • US IMGs11%
  • Non-US IMGs5%

Demographics

  • Women86%
  • Men11%
  • White41%
  • Asian39%
  • Black or African American14%
  • Hispanic or Latino5%
  • Other2%

Contact and location

Program director
Vandana Racherla
Program coordinator
Cherlyn Travis
Coordinator phone
(410) 328-6662
Program phone
(410) 856-3828

22 S Greene Street, Room N5W70 Dept of Pediatrics-Div of Peds Education Baltimore, MD 21201 Open in Google Maps

University of Maryland Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of Maryland Program sponsor visas?

Yes. University of Maryland 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 Maryland Program IMG-friendly?

About 16% of residents at University of Maryland 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 Maryland Program offer?

University of Maryland Program offers 15 first-year Pediatrics positions, and 15 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is University of Maryland Program?

University of Maryland Program received 1,147 applications and interviewed about 31.7% of applicants. The typical Pediatrics program interviews about 27.6%.

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

University of Maryland Program is located at 22 S Greene Street, Room N5W70 Dept of Pediatrics-Div of Peds Education Baltimore, MD 21201.

Who is the program director of University of Maryland Program?

The program director is Vandana Racherla. The program coordinator, Cherlyn Travis, is the usual contact for application questions.

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