PediatricsCommunity-based university affiliatedSponsors J-1 and H-1B

University of Washington Program

Pediatrics residency program in Seattle, Washington, sponsored by University of Washington School of Medicine.

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About University of Washington Program

ACGME code
3205421358
Program director
Alissa Darden
Location
Seattle, Washington
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
42
First-year spots
Applicants
1,182
Latest cycle
Interview rate
49.1%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
7%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B
For residents

University of Washington Program is a community-based university affiliated Pediatrics residency program in Seattle, Washington, sponsored by University of Washington School of Medicine. It offers 42 first-year positions, higher than the typical Pediatrics program (12).

In the latest application cycle the program received 1,182 applications and invited about 49.1% 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 7% of current residents, compared with a median of 20% across Pediatrics programs. The program sponsors J-1 and H-1B visas.

Residents work about 50 hours a week in their first year. The program offers primary care, research and rural 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
42
Interview rate
49.1%
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 graduates4%
  • US IMGs4%
  • Non-US IMGs3%

Demographics

  • Women77%
  • Men21%
  • White53%
  • Asian34%
  • Black or African American7%
  • Hispanic or Latino15%
  • American Indian or Alaska Native2%
  • Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander1%
  • Other2%

Contact and location

Program director
Alissa Darden
Program coordinator
Laureen Herrmann
Coordinator phone
(206) 987-2007
Program phone
(206) 987-2150
Sponsoring institution
University of Washington School of Medicine

Seattle Children's Hospital 4800 Sand Point Way NE, OC.7.830 Seattle, WA 98105 Open in Google Maps

University of Washington Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of Washington Program sponsor visas?

Yes. University of Washington 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 Washington Program IMG-friendly?

About 7% of residents at University of Washington 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 Washington Program offer?

University of Washington Program offers 42 first-year Pediatrics positions, and 42 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is University of Washington Program?

University of Washington Program received 1,182 applications and interviewed about 49.1% of applicants. The typical Pediatrics program interviews about 27.6%.

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

University of Washington Program is located at Seattle Children's Hospital 4800 Sand Point Way NE, OC.7.830 Seattle, WA 98105. Its sponsoring institution is University of Washington School of Medicine.

Who is the program director of University of Washington Program?

The program director is Alissa Darden. The program coordinator, Laureen Herrmann, is the usual contact for application questions.

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