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University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics Program

Pediatrics residency program in Madison, Wisconsin, sponsored by University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics.

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About University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics Program

ACGME code
3205621247
Program director
Daniel Sklansky
Location
Madison, Wisconsin
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
16
First-year spots
Applicants
1,038
Latest cycle
Interview rate
30.2%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
18%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics Program is a university Based Pediatrics residency program in Madison, Wisconsin, sponsored by University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics. It offers 16 first-year positions, higher than the typical Pediatrics program (12).

In the latest application cycle the program received 1,038 applications and invited about 30.2% of applicants to interview. That is close to the typical Pediatrics interview rate of 27.6%.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 18% of current residents, compared with a median of 20% across Pediatrics programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 55 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
16
Interview rate
30.2%
Letters of recommendation
At least 2
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates63%
  • US DO graduates20%
  • US IMGs11%
  • Non-US IMGs7%

Demographics

  • Women70%
  • Men30%
  • White80%
  • Asian13%
  • Black or African American2%
  • Hispanic or Latino4%
  • American Indian or Alaska Native2%

Contact and location

Program director
Daniel Sklansky
Program coordinator
Kari Bruckner
Coordinator phone
(608) 263-8557
Program phone
(608) 262-5626
Sponsoring institution
University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics

Department of Pediatrics 600 Highland Avenue, H4/455 Madison, WI 53792-4108 Open in Google Maps

University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics Program sponsor visas?

Yes. University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics 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 Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics Program IMG-friendly?

About 18% of residents at University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics 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 Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics Program offer?

University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics Program offers 16 first-year Pediatrics positions, and 15 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics Program?

University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics Program received 1,038 applications and interviewed about 30.2% of applicants. The typical Pediatrics program interviews about 27.6%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics 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 Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics 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 Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics Program located?

University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics Program is located at Department of Pediatrics 600 Highland Avenue, H4/455 Madison, WI 53792-4108. Its sponsoring institution is University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics.

Who is the program director of University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics Program?

The program director is Daniel Sklansky. The program coordinator, Kari Bruckner, is the usual contact for application questions.

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