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University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program

Psychiatry residency program in Houston, Texas, sponsored by University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston.

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About University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program

ACGME code
4004831215
Program director
Vineeth John
Location
Houston, Texas
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
20
First-year spots
Applicants
1,160
Latest cycle
Interview rate
11.3%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
22%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program is a university Based Psychiatry residency program in Houston, Texas, sponsored by University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston. It offers 20 first-year positions, higher than the typical Psychiatry program (7).

In the latest application cycle the program received 1,160 applications and invited about 11.3% of applicants to interview. That is close to the typical Psychiatry interview rate of 11.4%.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 22% 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
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
20
Interview rate
11.3%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates72%
  • US DO graduates6%
  • US IMGs4%
  • Non-US IMGs18%

Demographics

  • Women54%
  • Men44%
  • White35%
  • Asian44%
  • Black or African American10%
  • Hispanic or Latino11%
  • Other7%

Contact and location

Program director
Vineeth John
Program coordinator
Jennifer Nandlal
Coordinator phone
(713) 486-2571
Program phone
(713) 486-2570
Sponsoring institution
University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston

UTHealth Houston, McGovern Medical School 1941 East Rd., Room 3236 Houston, TX 77054 Open in Google Maps

University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program sponsor visas?

Yes. University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston 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 Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program IMG-friendly?

About 22% of residents at University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston 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 Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program offer?

University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program offers 20 first-year Psychiatry positions, and 20 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program?

University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program received 1,160 applications and interviewed about 11.3% of applicants. The typical Psychiatry program interviews about 11.4%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston 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 Texas Health Science Center at Houston 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 Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program located?

University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program is located at UTHealth Houston, McGovern Medical School 1941 East Rd., Room 3236 Houston, TX 77054. Its sponsoring institution is University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston.

Who is the program director of University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program?

The program director is Vineeth John. The program coordinator, Jennifer Nandlal, is the usual contact for application questions.