University of New Mexico School of Medicine Program Psychiatry Residency
Psychiatry residency program in Albuquerque, New Mexico, sponsored by University of New Mexico School of Medicine.
See how you matchAbout University of New Mexico School of Medicine Program
- ACGME code
- 4003421123
- Program director
- Kristina Sowar
- Location
- Albuquerque, New Mexico
- Data updated
- October 11, 2026
- Positions
- 16
- First-year spots
- Applicants
- 775
- Latest cycle
- Interview rate
- 14.3%
- Of applicants invited
- IMG residents
- 4%
- Share of current residents
- Visa sponsorship
- J-1
- For residents
University of New Mexico School of Medicine Program is a university Based Psychiatry residency program in Albuquerque, New Mexico, sponsored by University of New Mexico School of Medicine. It offers 16 first-year positions, higher than the typical Psychiatry program (7).
In the latest application cycle the program received 775 applications and invited about 14.3% 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 4% 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 and rural 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
- 16
- Interview rate
- 14.3%
- Letters of recommendation
- At least 3
- Visa sponsorship
- J-1
Current residents
Residents by medical school type
- US MD graduates73%
- US DO graduates24%
- US IMGs2%
- Non-US IMGs2%
Demographics
- Women49%
- Men49%
- White54%
- Asian29%
- Black or African American5%
- Hispanic or Latino25%
- American Indian or Alaska Native3%
- Other3%
Contact and location
- Program director
- Kristina Sowar
- Program coordinator
- Desirae Rosales
- Coordinator phone
- (505) 515-8772
- Program phone
- (505) 272-5002
- [email protected]
- Website
- Program website
- Sponsoring institution
- University of New Mexico School of Medicine
UNM School of Medicine, Dept. of Psychiatry MSC09 5030 Albuquerque, NM 87131 Open in Google Maps
University of New Mexico School of Medicine Program: frequently asked questions
Does University of New Mexico School of Medicine Program sponsor visas?
Yes. University of New Mexico School 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 New Mexico School of Medicine Program IMG-friendly?
About 4% of residents at University of New Mexico School 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 New Mexico School of Medicine Program offer?
University of New Mexico School of Medicine Program offers 16 first-year Psychiatry positions, and 16 were filled in the latest Match.
How competitive is University of New Mexico School of Medicine Program?
University of New Mexico School of Medicine Program received 775 applications and interviewed about 14.3% of applicants. The typical Psychiatry program interviews about 11.4%.
What Step 2 CK score do I need for University of New Mexico School 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 New Mexico School 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 New Mexico School of Medicine Program located?
University of New Mexico School of Medicine Program is located at UNM School of Medicine, Dept. of Psychiatry MSC09 5030 Albuquerque, NM 87131. Its sponsoring institution is University of New Mexico School of Medicine.
Who is the program director of University of New Mexico School of Medicine Program?
The program director is Kristina Sowar. The program coordinator, Desirae Rosales, is the usual contact for application questions.