PsychiatryUniversity BasedSponsors J-1 and H-1B

Emory University School of Medicine Program

Psychiatry residency program in Atlanta, Georgia, sponsored by Emory University School of Medicine.

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About Emory University School of Medicine Program

ACGME code
4001221053
Program director
Ann Schwartz
Location
Atlanta, Georgia
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
13
First-year spots
Applicants
1,226
Latest cycle
IMG residents
6%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B
For residents

Emory University School of Medicine Program is a university Based Psychiatry residency program in Atlanta, Georgia, sponsored by Emory University School of Medicine. It offers 13 first-year positions, higher than the typical Psychiatry program (7).

In the latest application cycle the program received 1,226 applications.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 6% of current residents, compared with a median of 8% across Psychiatry programs. The program sponsors J-1 and H-1B visas.

Residents work about 45 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
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

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

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates90%
  • US DO graduates4%
  • US IMGs2%
  • Non-US IMGs4%

Demographics

  • Women67%
  • Men33%
  • White41%
  • Asian20%
  • Black or African American29%
  • Hispanic or Latino6%
  • American Indian or Alaska Native2%
  • Other6%

Contact and location

Program director
Ann Schwartz
Program coordinator
Anita Hendricks
Coordinator phone
(404) 778-4038
Program phone
(404) 727-5157
Sponsoring institution
Emory University School of Medicine

Department of Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences 12 Executive Park Drive, Suite 142 Atlanta, GA 30329 Open in Google Maps

Emory University School of Medicine Program: frequently asked questions

Does Emory University School of Medicine Program sponsor visas?

Yes. Emory University School of Medicine 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 Emory University School of Medicine Program IMG-friendly?

About 6% of residents at Emory University School of Medicine 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 Emory University School of Medicine Program offer?

Emory University School of Medicine Program offers 13 first-year Psychiatry positions, and 13 were filled in the latest Match.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Emory University School of Medicine Program?

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has Emory University School of Medicine 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 Emory University School of Medicine Program located?

Emory University School of Medicine Program is located at Department of Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences 12 Executive Park Drive, Suite 142 Atlanta, GA 30329. Its sponsoring institution is Emory University School of Medicine.

Who is the program director of Emory University School of Medicine Program?

The program director is Ann Schwartz. The program coordinator, Anita Hendricks, is the usual contact for application questions.