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University of Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson Program Psychiatry Residency

Psychiatry residency program in Tucson, Arizona, sponsored by University of Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson.

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About University of Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson Program

ACGME code
4000321012
Program director
Jason Curry
Location
Tucson, Arizona
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
12
First-year spots
Applicants
758
Latest cycle
Interview rate
13.7%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
2%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

University of Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson Program is a university Based Psychiatry residency program in Tucson, Arizona, sponsored by University of Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson. It offers 12 first-year positions, higher than the typical Psychiatry program (7).

In the latest application cycle the program received 758 applications and invited about 13.7% of applicants to interview. That is a higher interview rate than most Psychiatry programs, which interview about 11.4% of applicants.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 2% of current residents, compared with a median of 8% across Psychiatry programs. The program sponsors J-1 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
  • Year of graduation limit
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
12
Interview rate
13.7%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates75%
  • US DO graduates23%
  • US IMGs2%
  • Non-US IMGs0%

Demographics

  • Women52%
  • Men48%
  • White71%
  • Asian17%
  • Black or African American8%
  • Hispanic or Latino13%
  • Other8%

Contact and location

Program director
Jason Curry
Program coordinator
Jenna Summerfield
Coordinator phone
(520) 874-4501
Program phone
(520) 874-4199
Sponsoring institution
University of Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson

University of Arizona Affiliated Hospitals 1501 North Campbell Avenue PO Box 245002 Tucson, AZ 85724 Open in Google Maps

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University of Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson Program sponsor visas?

Yes. University of Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson 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 Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson Program IMG-friendly?

About 2% of residents at University of Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson 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 visas.

How many residency positions does University of Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson Program offer?

University of Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson Program offers 12 first-year Psychiatry positions, and 12 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is University of Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson Program?

University of Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson Program received 758 applications and interviewed about 13.7% of applicants. The typical Psychiatry program interviews about 11.4%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for University of Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson 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 Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson 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 University of Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson Program located?

University of Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson Program is located at University of Arizona Affiliated Hospitals 1501 North Campbell Avenue PO Box 245002 Tucson, AZ 85724. Its sponsoring institution is University of Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson.

Who is the program director of University of Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson Program?

The program director is Jason Curry. The program coordinator, Jenna Summerfield, is the usual contact for application questions.