PsychiatryUniversity BasedSponsors J-1 and H-1B

Boston University Medical Center Program

Psychiatry residency program in Boston, Massachusetts, sponsored by Boston University Medical Center.

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About Boston University Medical Center Program

ACGME code
4002421089
Program director
Nkechi Conteh
Location
Boston, Massachusetts
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
8
First-year spots
Applicants
1,290
Latest cycle
Interview rate
7.2%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
10%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B
For residents

Boston University Medical Center Program is a university Based Psychiatry residency program in Boston, Massachusetts, sponsored by Boston University Medical Center. It offers 8 first-year positions, higher than the typical Psychiatry program (7).

In the latest application cycle the program received 1,290 applications and invited about 7.2% of applicants to interview. That makes it more selective than most Psychiatry programs, which interview about 11.4% of applicants.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 10% of current residents, compared with a median of 8% across Psychiatry programs. The program sponsors J-1 and H-1B visas.

Residents work about 55 hours a week in their first year. The program offers research and women's health 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
8
Interview rate
7.2%
Letters of recommendation
At least 4
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates77%
  • US DO graduates13%
  • US IMGs0%
  • Non-US IMGs10%

Demographics

  • Women71%
  • Men29%
  • White35%
  • Asian29%
  • Black or African American23%
  • Hispanic or Latino13%
  • Other13%

Contact and location

Program director
Nkechi Conteh
Program coordinator
Krystyna Maxwell
Coordinator phone
(617) 638-8543
Program phone
(617) 638-8450
Sponsoring institution
Boston University Medical Center

801 Massachusetts Ave Boston, MA 02118 Open in Google Maps

Boston University Medical Center Program: frequently asked questions

Does Boston University Medical Center Program sponsor visas?

Yes. Boston University 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 Boston University Medical Center Program IMG-friendly?

About 10% of residents at Boston University Medical Center Program are international medical graduates, so the program accepts some IMGs. For comparison, the median Psychiatry program has 8% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 and H-1B visas.

How many residency positions does Boston University Medical Center Program offer?

Boston University Medical Center Program offers 8 first-year Psychiatry positions, and 8 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is Boston University Medical Center Program?

Boston University Medical Center Program received 1,290 applications and interviewed about 7.2% of applicants. The typical Psychiatry program interviews about 11.4%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Boston University 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 Boston University Medical Center Program's Step 2 CK minimum and score range of interviewed applicants. Unlock the screening details above to see them. Across Psychiatry programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 245.

Where is Boston University Medical Center Program located?

Boston University Medical Center Program is located at 801 Massachusetts Ave Boston, MA 02118. Its sponsoring institution is Boston University Medical Center.

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

The program director is Nkechi Conteh. The program coordinator, Krystyna Maxwell, is the usual contact for application questions.