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University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center Program

Pediatrics residency program in Dallas, Texas, sponsored by University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center.

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About University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center Program

ACGME code
3204821230
Program director
Andrew Yu
Location
Dallas, Texas
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
34
First-year spots
Applicants
1,081
Latest cycle
Interview rate
35%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
14%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center Program is a university Based Pediatrics residency program in Dallas, Texas, sponsored by University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center. It offers 34 first-year positions, higher than the typical Pediatrics program (12).

In the latest application cycle the program received 1,081 applications and invited about 35% of applicants to interview. That is a higher interview rate than most Pediatrics programs, which interview about 27.6% of applicants.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 14% of current residents, compared with a median of 20% across Pediatrics programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 56 hours a week in their first year. The program offers research 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
  • Residents' medical schools and countries
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
34
Interview rate
35%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates86%
  • US DO graduates0%
  • US IMGs3%
  • Non-US IMGs11%

Demographics

  • Women79%
  • Men21%
  • White47%
  • Asian28%
  • Black or African American6%
  • Hispanic or Latino14%
  • Other1%

Contact and location

Program director
Andrew Yu
Program coordinator
Melissa Nader
Coordinator phone
(214) 456-1040
Program phone
(936) 777-0853
Sponsoring institution
University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center

Department of Pediatrics 5323 Harry Hines Blvd Dallas, TX 75390-9063 Open in Google Maps

University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center Program sponsor visas?

Yes. University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center 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 Southwestern Medical Center Program IMG-friendly?

About 14% of residents at University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center 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 Southwestern Medical Center Program offer?

University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center Program offers 34 first-year Pediatrics positions, and 34 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center Program?

University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center Program received 1,081 applications and interviewed about 35% of applicants. The typical Pediatrics program interviews about 27.6%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center 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 Southwestern Medical Center 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 Southwestern Medical Center Program located?

University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center Program is located at Department of Pediatrics 5323 Harry Hines Blvd Dallas, TX 75390-9063. Its sponsoring institution is University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center.

Who is the program director of University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center Program?

The program director is Andrew Yu. The program coordinator, Melissa Nader, is the usual contact for application questions.

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