PsychiatryUniversity BasedSponsors J-1 and H-1B

University of Chicago Program

Psychiatry residency program in Chicago, Illinois, sponsored by University of Chicago Medical Center.

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About University of Chicago Program

ACGME code
4001631062
Program director
Deborah Spitz
Location
Chicago, Illinois
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
7
First-year spots
Applicants
946
Latest cycle
Interview rate
9.6%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
0%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B
For residents

University of Chicago Program is a university Based Psychiatry residency program in Chicago, Illinois, sponsored by University of Chicago Medical Center. It offers 7 first-year positions, about the same as the typical Psychiatry program (7).

In the latest application cycle the program received 946 applications and invited about 9.6% of applicants to interview. That makes it more selective than most Psychiatry programs, which interview about 11.4% of applicants.

None of the program's current residents are international medical graduates (IMGs), while the median Psychiatry program has 8%. The program sponsors J-1 and H-1B visas.

Residents work about 55 hours a week in their first year. The program offers research 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
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
7
Interview rate
9.6%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates100%
  • US DO graduates0%
  • US IMGs0%
  • Non-US IMGs0%

Demographics

  • Women63%
  • Men33%
  • White54%
  • Asian25%
  • Black or African American21%
  • Hispanic or Latino8%
  • Other4%

Contact and location

Program director
Deborah Spitz
Program coordinator
Brandy Tyrpin
Coordinator phone
(773) 834-0373
Program phone
(773) 702-0529
Sponsoring institution
University of Chicago Medical Center

5841 S Maryland Avenue, MC 3077 Chicago, IL 60637 Open in Google Maps

University of Chicago Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of Chicago Program sponsor visas?

Yes. University of Chicago 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 University of Chicago Program IMG-friendly?

University of Chicago Program currently has no international medical graduates among its residents. For comparison, the median Psychiatry program has 8% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 and H-1B visas.

How many residency positions does University of Chicago Program offer?

University of Chicago Program offers 7 first-year Psychiatry positions, and 7 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is University of Chicago Program?

University of Chicago Program received 946 applications and interviewed about 9.6% of applicants. The typical Psychiatry program interviews about 11.4%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for University of Chicago 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 Chicago 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 Chicago Program located?

University of Chicago Program is located at 5841 S Maryland Avenue, MC 3077 Chicago, IL 60637. Its sponsoring institution is University of Chicago Medical Center.

Who is the program director of University of Chicago Program?

The program director is Deborah Spitz. The program coordinator, Brandy Tyrpin, is the usual contact for application questions.