PediatricsUniversity BasedSponsors J-1 and H-1B

UPMC Medical Education Program

Pediatrics residency program in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, sponsored by UPMC Medical Education.

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About UPMC Medical Education Program

ACGME code
3204121211
Program director
Andrew Nowalk
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
29
First-year spots
Applicants
1,350
Latest cycle
IMG residents
14%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B
For residents

UPMC Medical Education Program is a university Based Pediatrics residency program in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, sponsored by UPMC Medical Education. It offers 29 first-year positions, higher than the typical Pediatrics program (12).

In the latest application cycle the program received 1,350 applications.

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 and H-1B visas.

Residents work about 60 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
  • US clinical experience required
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
29
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates71%
  • US DO graduates16%
  • US IMGs1%
  • Non-US IMGs13%

Demographics

  • Women79%
  • Men21%
  • White74%
  • Asian13%
  • Black or African American7%
  • Hispanic or Latino3%
  • American Indian or Alaska Native1%
  • Other4%

Contact and location

Program director
Andrew Nowalk
Program coordinator
Katherine Watson
Coordinator phone
–
Program phone
(412) 692-9459
Sponsoring institution
UPMC Medical Education

Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh of UPMC 4401 Penn Avenue, AOB, Suite 5400 Pittsburgh, PA 15224 Open in Google Maps

UPMC Medical Education Program: frequently asked questions

Does UPMC Medical Education Program sponsor visas?

Yes. UPMC Medical Education 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 UPMC Medical Education Program IMG-friendly?

About 14% of residents at UPMC Medical Education 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 UPMC Medical Education Program offer?

UPMC Medical Education Program offers 29 first-year Pediatrics positions, and 29 were filled in the latest Match.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for UPMC Medical Education Program?

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has UPMC Medical Education 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 UPMC Medical Education Program located?

UPMC Medical Education Program is located at Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh of UPMC 4401 Penn Avenue, AOB, Suite 5400 Pittsburgh, PA 15224. Its sponsoring institution is UPMC Medical Education.

Who is the program director of UPMC Medical Education Program?

The program director is Andrew Nowalk. The program coordinator, Katherine Watson, is the usual contact for application questions.

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