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University of New Mexico School of Medicine Program

Psychiatry residency program in Albuquerque, New Mexico, sponsored by University of New Mexico School of Medicine.

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About 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
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.