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University of Kansas (Wichita) Program

Psychiatry residency program in Wichita, Kansas, sponsored by University of Kansas School of Medicine (Wichita).

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About University of Kansas (Wichita) Program

ACGME code
4001921254
Program director
Jana Lincoln
Location
Wichita, Kansas
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
6
First-year spots
Applicants
670
Latest cycle
Interview rate
11.6%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
50%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

University of Kansas (Wichita) Program is a community-based university affiliated Psychiatry residency program in Wichita, Kansas, sponsored by University of Kansas School of Medicine (Wichita). It offers 6 first-year positions, about the same as the typical Psychiatry program (7).

In the latest application cycle the program received 670 applications and invited about 11.6% of applicants to interview. That is close to the typical Psychiatry interview rate of 11.4%.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 50% of current residents, compared with a median of 8% across Psychiatry programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 60 hours a week in their first year.

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
  • US clinical experience required
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
6
Interview rate
11.6%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates17%
  • US DO graduates33%
  • US IMGs8%
  • Non-US IMGs42%

Demographics

  • Women54%
  • Men46%
  • White50%
  • Asian33%
  • Black or African American4%
  • Hispanic or Latino13%
  • Other4%

Contact and location

Program director
Jana Lincoln
Program coordinator
Mike Parmley
Coordinator phone
(316) 293-2680
Program phone
(316) 293-2647
Sponsoring institution
University of Kansas School of Medicine (Wichita)

1010 North Kansas Wichita, KS 67214 Open in Google Maps

University of Kansas (Wichita) Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of Kansas (Wichita) Program sponsor visas?

Yes. University of Kansas (Wichita) 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 Kansas (Wichita) Program IMG-friendly?

About 50% of residents at University of Kansas (Wichita) 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 University of Kansas (Wichita) Program offer?

University of Kansas (Wichita) Program offers 6 first-year Psychiatry positions, and 6 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is University of Kansas (Wichita) Program?

University of Kansas (Wichita) Program received 670 applications and interviewed about 11.6% of applicants. The typical Psychiatry program interviews about 11.4%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for University of Kansas (Wichita) 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 Kansas (Wichita) 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 Kansas (Wichita) Program located?

University of Kansas (Wichita) Program is located at 1010 North Kansas Wichita, KS 67214. Its sponsoring institution is University of Kansas School of Medicine (Wichita).

Who is the program director of University of Kansas (Wichita) Program?

The program director is Jana Lincoln. The program coordinator, Mike Parmley, is the usual contact for application questions.