PediatricsCommunity-based university affiliatedSponsors J-1

University of Nevada Reno School of Medicine Program

Pediatrics residency program in Reno, Nevada, sponsored by University of Nevada Reno School of Medicine.

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About University of Nevada Reno School of Medicine Program

ACGME code
3203100001
Program director
Caroline Barangan
Location
Reno, Nevada
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
4
First-year spots
Applicants
496
Latest cycle
Interview rate
23.8%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
33%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

University of Nevada Reno School of Medicine Program is a community-based university affiliated Pediatrics residency program in Reno, Nevada, sponsored by University of Nevada Reno School of Medicine. It offers 4 first-year positions, lower than the typical Pediatrics program (12).

In the latest application cycle the program received 496 applications and invited about 23.8% of applicants to interview. That is close to the typical Pediatrics interview rate of 27.6%.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 33% 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.

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
4
Interview rate
23.8%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates25%
  • US DO graduates42%
  • US IMGs0%
  • Non-US IMGs33%

Demographics

  • Women67%
  • Men33%
  • White58%
  • Asian33%
  • Black or African American8%
  • Hispanic or Latino8%

Contact and location

Program director
Caroline Barangan
Program coordinator
Alecia Gifford
Coordinator phone
(775) 682-6151
Program phone
(775) 982-3296
Sponsoring institution
University of Nevada Reno School of Medicine

745 W. Moana Lane Suite 300 Reno, NV 89509 Open in Google Maps

University of Nevada Reno School of Medicine Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of Nevada Reno School of Medicine Program sponsor visas?

Yes. University of Nevada Reno 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 Nevada Reno School of Medicine Program IMG-friendly?

About 33% of residents at University of Nevada Reno School 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 visas.

How many residency positions does University of Nevada Reno School of Medicine Program offer?

University of Nevada Reno School of Medicine Program offers 4 first-year Pediatrics positions, and 4 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is University of Nevada Reno School of Medicine Program?

University of Nevada Reno School of Medicine Program received 496 applications and interviewed about 23.8% of applicants. The typical Pediatrics program interviews about 27.6%.

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

University of Nevada Reno School of Medicine Program is located at 745 W. Moana Lane Suite 300 Reno, NV 89509. Its sponsoring institution is University of Nevada Reno School of Medicine.

Who is the program director of University of Nevada Reno School of Medicine Program?

The program director is Caroline Barangan. The program coordinator, Alecia Gifford, is the usual contact for application questions.

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