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University of Puerto Rico Program

Psychiatry residency program in San Juan, Puerto Rico, sponsored by University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine.

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About University of Puerto Rico Program

ACGME code
4004231201
Program director
Gloria Suau
Location
San Juan, Puerto Rico
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
6
First-year spots
Applicants
121
Latest cycle
IMG residents
19%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

University of Puerto Rico Program is a not Available Psychiatry residency program in San Juan, Puerto Rico, sponsored by University of Puerto Rico School 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 121 applications.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 19% of current residents, compared with a median of 8% across Psychiatry programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

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
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
6
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates81%
  • US DO graduates0%
  • US IMGs15%
  • Non-US IMGs4%

Demographics

  • Women69%
  • Men31%
  • White8%
  • Black or African American4%
  • Hispanic or Latino96%

Contact and location

Program director
Gloria Suau
Program coordinator
marimer colon
Coordinator phone
(787) 758-2525
Program phone
(787) 647-5878
Sponsoring institution
University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine

PO Box 365067 San Juan, PR 00936-5067 Open in Google Maps

University of Puerto Rico Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of Puerto Rico Program sponsor visas?

Yes. University of Puerto Rico 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 Puerto Rico Program IMG-friendly?

About 19% of residents at University of Puerto Rico 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 Puerto Rico Program offer?

University of Puerto Rico Program offers 6 first-year Psychiatry positions, and 6 were filled in the latest Match.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for University of Puerto Rico 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 Puerto Rico Program's Step 2 CK minimum. Unlock the screening details above to see it. Across Psychiatry programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 245.

Where is University of Puerto Rico Program located?

University of Puerto Rico Program is located at PO Box 365067 San Juan, PR 00936-5067. Its sponsoring institution is University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine.

Who is the program director of University of Puerto Rico Program?

The program director is Gloria Suau. The program coordinator, marimer colon, is the usual contact for application questions.