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University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program

Pediatrics residency program in Houston, Texas, sponsored by University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston.

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About University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program

ACGME code
3204821233
Program director
Emma Omoruyi
Location
Houston, Texas
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
27
First-year spots
Applicants
1,077
Latest cycle
Interview rate
27.4%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
10%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program is a university Based Pediatrics residency program in Houston, Texas, sponsored by University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston. It offers 27 first-year positions, higher than the typical Pediatrics program (12).

In the latest application cycle the program received 1,077 applications and invited about 27.4% of applicants to interview. That is close to the typical Pediatrics interview rate of 27.6%.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 10% 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 primary care track.

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
27
Interview rate
27.4%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates70%
  • US DO graduates19%
  • US IMGs4%
  • Non-US IMGs6%

Demographics

  • Women82%
  • Men18%
  • White30%
  • Asian39%
  • Black or African American17%
  • Hispanic or Latino18%
  • Other3%

Contact and location

Program director
Emma Omoruyi
Program coordinator
Kimberly Cooper
Coordinator phone
(713) 500-5730
Program phone
(713) 500-5800
Sponsoring institution
University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston

McGovern Medical School at UTHealth Department of Pediatrics-MSB 3.020 6431 Fannin Street Houston, TX 77030 Open in Google Maps

University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program sponsor visas?

Yes. University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston 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 Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program IMG-friendly?

About 10% of residents at University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston 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 Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program offer?

University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program offers 27 first-year Pediatrics positions, and 27 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program?

University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program received 1,077 applications and interviewed about 27.4% of applicants. The typical Pediatrics program interviews about 27.6%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston 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 Texas Health Science Center at Houston 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 Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program located?

University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program is located at McGovern Medical School at UTHealth Department of Pediatrics-MSB 3.020 6431 Fannin Street Houston, TX 77030. Its sponsoring institution is University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston.

Who is the program director of University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program?

The program director is Emma Omoruyi. The program coordinator, Kimberly Cooper, is the usual contact for application questions.

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