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University of Kentucky College of Medicine Program

Psychiatry residency program in Lexington, Kentucky, sponsored by University of Kentucky College of Medicine.

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About University of Kentucky College of Medicine Program

ACGME code
4002021074
Program director
Rachele Yadon
Location
Lexington, Kentucky
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
6
First-year spots
Applicants
663
Latest cycle
Interview rate
10.6%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
8%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

University of Kentucky College of Medicine Program is a university Based Psychiatry residency program in Lexington, Kentucky, sponsored by University of Kentucky College of Medicine. It offers 6 first-year positions, about the same as the typical Psychiatry program (7).

In the latest application cycle the program received 663 applications and invited about 10.6% of applicants to interview. That is close to the typical Psychiatry interview rate of 11.4%.

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

Residents work about 52 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
  • Year of graduation limit
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
6
Interview rate
10.6%
Letters of recommendation
At least 2
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates65%
  • US DO graduates26%
  • US IMGs4%
  • Non-US IMGs4%

Demographics

  • Women70%
  • Men30%
  • White91%
  • Asian13%
  • Hispanic or Latino4%
  • Other4%

Contact and location

Program director
Rachele Yadon
Program coordinator
Natalie Messner
Coordinator phone
(859) 323-1001
Program phone
(859) 323-6861
Sponsoring institution
University of Kentucky College of Medicine

University of Kentucky, Department of Psychiatry 245 Fountain Court Lexington, KY 40509 Open in Google Maps

University of Kentucky College of Medicine Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of Kentucky College of Medicine Program sponsor visas?

Yes. University of Kentucky College of Medicine 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 Kentucky College of Medicine Program IMG-friendly?

About 8% of residents at University of Kentucky College of Medicine 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 Kentucky College of Medicine Program offer?

University of Kentucky College of Medicine Program offers 6 first-year Psychiatry positions, and 6 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is University of Kentucky College of Medicine Program?

University of Kentucky College of Medicine Program received 663 applications and interviewed about 10.6% of applicants. The typical Psychiatry program interviews about 11.4%.

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

University of Kentucky College of Medicine Program is located at University of Kentucky, Department of Psychiatry 245 Fountain Court Lexington, KY 40509. Its sponsoring institution is University of Kentucky College of Medicine.

Who is the program director of University of Kentucky College of Medicine Program?

The program director is Rachele Yadon. The program coordinator, Natalie Messner, is the usual contact for application questions.