PediatricsCommunity-based university affiliatedSponsors J-1

University of Oklahoma School of Community Medicine (Tulsa) Program

Pediatrics residency program in Tulsa, Oklahoma, sponsored by University of Oklahoma School of Community Medicine, at Tulsa.

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About University of Oklahoma School of Community Medicine (Tulsa) Program

ACGME code
3203921197
Program director
Michelle Escala
Location
Tulsa, Oklahoma
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
8
First-year spots
Applicants
488
Latest cycle
Interview rate
27.5%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
13%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

University of Oklahoma School of Community Medicine (Tulsa) Program is a community-based university affiliated Pediatrics residency program in Tulsa, Oklahoma, sponsored by University of Oklahoma School of Community Medicine, at Tulsa. It offers 8 first-year positions, lower than the typical Pediatrics program (12).

In the latest application cycle the program received 488 applications and invited about 27.5% of applicants to interview. That is close to the typical Pediatrics interview rate of 27.6%.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 13% of current residents, compared with a median of 20% across Pediatrics programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 65 hours a week in their first year. The program offers hospitalist and primary care 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
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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
8
Interview rate
27.5%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates25%
  • US DO graduates63%
  • US IMGs0%
  • Non-US IMGs13%

Demographics

  • Women83%
  • Men17%
  • White75%
  • Asian21%
  • Black or African American4%
  • Hispanic or Latino17%
  • American Indian or Alaska Native8%

Contact and location

Program director
Michelle Escala
Program coordinator
Jenna Tow
Coordinator phone
(918) 660-3416
Program phone
(918) 660-3400
Sponsoring institution
University of Oklahoma School of Community Medicine, at Tulsa

Department of Pediatrics 4502 E 41st Street Tulsa, OK 74135 Open in Google Maps

University of Oklahoma School of Community Medicine (Tulsa) Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of Oklahoma School of Community Medicine (Tulsa) Program sponsor visas?

Yes. University of Oklahoma School of Community Medicine (Tulsa) 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 Oklahoma School of Community Medicine (Tulsa) Program IMG-friendly?

About 13% of residents at University of Oklahoma School of Community Medicine (Tulsa) 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 Oklahoma School of Community Medicine (Tulsa) Program offer?

University of Oklahoma School of Community Medicine (Tulsa) Program offers 8 first-year Pediatrics positions, and 5 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is University of Oklahoma School of Community Medicine (Tulsa) Program?

University of Oklahoma School of Community Medicine (Tulsa) Program received 488 applications and interviewed about 27.5% of applicants. The typical Pediatrics program interviews about 27.6%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for University of Oklahoma School of Community Medicine (Tulsa) 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 Oklahoma School of Community Medicine (Tulsa) 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 Oklahoma School of Community Medicine (Tulsa) Program located?

University of Oklahoma School of Community Medicine (Tulsa) Program is located at Department of Pediatrics 4502 E 41st Street Tulsa, OK 74135. Its sponsoring institution is University of Oklahoma School of Community Medicine, at Tulsa.

Who is the program director of University of Oklahoma School of Community Medicine (Tulsa) Program?

The program director is Michelle Escala. The program coordinator, Jenna Tow, is the usual contact for application questions.