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University of Puerto Rico Program

Pediatrics residency program in San Juan, Puerto Rico, sponsored by University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine.

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About University of Puerto Rico Program

ACGME code
3204211217
Program director
Ana Garcia-Puebla
Location
San Juan, Puerto Rico
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
13
First-year spots
Applicants
103
Latest cycle
Interview rate
29.1%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
0%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

University of Puerto Rico Program is a university Based Pediatrics residency program in San Juan, Puerto Rico, sponsored by University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine. It offers 13 first-year positions, about the same as the typical Pediatrics program (12).

In the latest application cycle the program received 103 applications and invited about 29.1% of applicants to interview. That is close to the typical Pediatrics interview rate of 27.6%.

None of the program's current residents are international medical graduates (IMGs), while the median Pediatrics program has 20%. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 60 hours a week in their first year. The program offers hospitalist, 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
13
Interview rate
29.1%
Letters of recommendation
At least 2
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates100%
  • US DO graduates0%
  • US IMGs0%
  • Non-US IMGs0%

Demographics

  • Women86%
  • Men14%
  • White7%
  • Hispanic or Latino100%
  • American Indian or Alaska Native4%

Contact and location

Program director
Ana Garcia-Puebla
Program coordinator
Yarilyz Santiago
Coordinator phone
(787) 474-0333
Sponsoring institution
University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine

Department of Pediatrics PO Box 365067 San Juan, PR 00936 Open in Google Maps

University of Puerto Rico Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of Puerto Rico Program sponsor visas?

Yes. University of Puerto Rico 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 Puerto Rico Program IMG-friendly?

University of Puerto Rico Program currently has no international medical graduates among its residents. For comparison, the median Pediatrics program has 20% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 visas.

How many residency positions does University of Puerto Rico Program offer?

University of Puerto Rico Program offers 13 first-year Pediatrics positions, and 13 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is University of Puerto Rico Program?

University of Puerto Rico Program received 103 applications and interviewed about 29.1% of applicants. The typical Pediatrics program interviews about 27.6%.

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

University of Puerto Rico Program is located at Department of Pediatrics PO Box 365067 San Juan, PR 00936. Its sponsoring institution is University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine.

Who is the program director of University of Puerto Rico Program?

The program director is Ana Garcia-Puebla. The program coordinator, Yarilyz Santiago, is the usual contact for application questions.

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