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University of Colorado Program

Psychiatry residency program in Aurora, Colorado, sponsored by University of Colorado School of Medicine.

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About University of Colorado Program

ACGME code
4000721038
Program director
Kimberly Kelsay
Location
Aurora, Colorado
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
15
First-year spots
Applicants
987
Latest cycle
Interview rate
13.8%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
2%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

University of Colorado Program is a university Based Psychiatry residency program in Aurora, Colorado, sponsored by University of Colorado School of Medicine. It offers 15 first-year positions, higher than the typical Psychiatry program (7).

In the latest application cycle the program received 987 applications and invited about 13.8% 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 62 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
15
Interview rate
13.8%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates91%
  • US DO graduates7%
  • US IMGs2%
  • Non-US IMGs0%

Demographics

  • Women45%
  • Men55%
  • White64%
  • Asian25%
  • Black or African American2%
  • Hispanic or Latino9%
  • American Indian or Alaska Native4%
  • Other11%

Contact and location

Program director
Kimberly Kelsay
Program coordinator
Sara Dillard
Coordinator phone
(303) 724-6019
Program phone
(720) 777-4057
Sponsoring institution
University of Colorado School of Medicine

1890 N Revere Court, F546 ABHS, 4th Floor, Suite 4100, Room 4102 Aurora, CO 80045 Open in Google Maps

University of Colorado Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of Colorado Program sponsor visas?

Yes. University of Colorado 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 Colorado Program IMG-friendly?

About 2% of residents at University of Colorado 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 Colorado Program offer?

University of Colorado Program offers 15 first-year Psychiatry positions, and 15 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is University of Colorado Program?

University of Colorado Program received 987 applications and interviewed about 13.8% of applicants. The typical Psychiatry program interviews about 11.4%.

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

University of Colorado Program is located at 1890 N Revere Court, F546 ABHS, 4th Floor, Suite 4100, Room 4102 Aurora, CO 80045. Its sponsoring institution is University of Colorado School of Medicine.

Who is the program director of University of Colorado Program?

The program director is Kimberly Kelsay. The program coordinator, Sara Dillard, is the usual contact for application questions.