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SUNY Upstate Medical University Program

Psychiatry residency program in Syracuse, New York, sponsored by SUNY Upstate Medical University.

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About SUNY Upstate Medical University Program

ACGME code
4003521160
Program director
Justin Meyer
Location
Syracuse, New York
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
12
First-year spots
Applicants
1,210
Latest cycle
Interview rate
9.2%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
46%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

SUNY Upstate Medical University Program is a university Based Psychiatry residency program in Syracuse, New York, sponsored by SUNY Upstate Medical University. It offers 12 first-year positions, higher than the typical Psychiatry program (7).

In the latest application cycle the program received 1,210 applications and invited about 9.2% 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 46% of current residents, compared with a median of 8% across Psychiatry programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 50 hours a week in their first year. The program offers rural track.

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
12
Interview rate
9.2%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates40%
  • US DO graduates15%
  • US IMGs23%
  • Non-US IMGs23%

Demographics

  • Women58%
  • Men43%
  • White40%
  • Asian15%
  • Black or African American15%
  • Hispanic or Latino8%
  • American Indian or Alaska Native3%
  • Other5%

Contact and location

Program director
Justin Meyer
Program coordinator
Nicole Miller
Coordinator phone
(315) 464-3443
Program phone
(315) 464-5625
Sponsoring institution
SUNY Upstate Medical University

750 East Adams Street Syracuse, NY 13210 Open in Google Maps

SUNY Upstate Medical University Program: frequently asked questions

Does SUNY Upstate Medical University Program sponsor visas?

Yes. SUNY Upstate Medical University Program sponsors J-1 visas for residents. Visa policies can change between cycles, so confirm with the program coordinator before you apply.

Is SUNY Upstate Medical University Program IMG-friendly?

About 46% of residents at SUNY Upstate Medical University Program are international medical graduates, so the program is considered IMG-friendly. For comparison, the median Psychiatry program has 8% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 visas.

How many residency positions does SUNY Upstate Medical University Program offer?

SUNY Upstate Medical University Program offers 12 first-year Psychiatry positions, and 12 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is SUNY Upstate Medical University Program?

SUNY Upstate Medical University Program received 1,210 applications and interviewed about 9.2% of applicants. The typical Psychiatry program interviews about 11.4%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for SUNY Upstate Medical University Program?

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

SUNY Upstate Medical University Program is located at 750 East Adams Street Syracuse, NY 13210. Its sponsoring institution is SUNY Upstate Medical University.

Who is the program director of SUNY Upstate Medical University Program?

The program director is Justin Meyer. The program coordinator, Nicole Miller, is the usual contact for application questions.