PediatricsUniversity BasedSponsors J-1 and H-1B

University of Virginia Medical Center Program

Pediatrics residency program in Charlottesville, Virginia, sponsored by University of Virginia Medical Center.

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About University of Virginia Medical Center Program

ACGME code
3205111239
Program director
Lisa Hainstock
Location
Charlottesville, Virginia
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
13
First-year spots
Applicants
879
Latest cycle
Interview rate
47.1%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
3%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B
For residents

University of Virginia Medical Center Program is a university Based Pediatrics residency program in Charlottesville, Virginia, sponsored by University of Virginia Medical Center. It offers 13 first-year positions, about the same as the typical Pediatrics program (12).

In the latest application cycle the program received 879 applications and invited about 47.1% 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 3% of current residents, compared with a median of 20% across Pediatrics programs. The program sponsors J-1 and H-1B visas.

Residents work about 47 hours a week in their first year. The program offers 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
  • US clinical experience required
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
13
Interview rate
47.1%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates89%
  • US DO graduates9%
  • US IMGs0%
  • Non-US IMGs3%

Demographics

  • Women74%
  • Men26%
  • White77%
  • Asian14%
  • Hispanic or Latino11%
  • Other6%

Contact and location

Program director
Lisa Hainstock
Program coordinator
Penny Guy
Coordinator phone
(434) 243-0785
Program phone
(434) 924-3111
Sponsoring institution
University of Virginia Medical Center

Box 800386 Charlottesville, VA 22908 Open in Google Maps

University of Virginia Medical Center Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of Virginia Medical Center Program sponsor visas?

Yes. University of Virginia Medical Center Program sponsors J-1 and H-1B visas for residents. Visa policies can change between cycles, so confirm with the program coordinator before you apply.

Is University of Virginia Medical Center Program IMG-friendly?

About 3% of residents at University of Virginia 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 and H-1B visas.

How many residency positions does University of Virginia Medical Center Program offer?

University of Virginia Medical Center Program offers 13 first-year Pediatrics positions, and 13 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is University of Virginia Medical Center Program?

University of Virginia Medical Center Program received 879 applications and interviewed about 47.1% of applicants. The typical Pediatrics program interviews about 27.6%.

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

University of Virginia Medical Center Program is located at Box 800386 Charlottesville, VA 22908. Its sponsoring institution is University of Virginia Medical Center.

Who is the program director of University of Virginia Medical Center Program?

The program director is Lisa Hainstock. The program coordinator, Penny Guy, is the usual contact for application questions.

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