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University of Texas Health Science Center at Tyler Program

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

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About University of Texas Health Science Center at Tyler Program

ACGME code
4004800302
Program director
Yasin Ibrahim
Location
Tyler, Texas
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
6
First-year spots
Applicants
594
Latest cycle
IMG residents
26%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

University of Texas Health Science Center at Tyler Program is a community-based university affiliated Psychiatry residency program in Tyler, Texas, sponsored by University of Texas Health Science Center at Tyler. It offers 6 first-year positions, about the same as the typical Psychiatry program (7).

In the latest application cycle the program received 594 applications.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 26% of current residents, compared with a median of 8% across Psychiatry programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 60 hours a week in their first year. The program offers rural 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
  • Year of graduation limit
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
6
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates42%
  • US DO graduates33%
  • US IMGs13%
  • Non-US IMGs13%

Demographics

  • Women38%
  • Men63%
  • White50%
  • Asian50%
  • Black or African American13%
  • Hispanic or Latino8%
  • American Indian or Alaska Native8%
  • Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander4%

Contact and location

Program director
Yasin Ibrahim
Program coordinator
Kelly Leevey
Coordinator phone
(903) 877-8243
Program phone
(903) 877-7253
Sponsoring institution
University of Texas Health Science Center at Tyler

11937 US Hwy 271 Tyler, TX 75708-3154 Open in Google Maps

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

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

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

About 26% of residents at University of Texas Health Science Center at Tyler Program are international medical graduates, so the program is considered IMG-friendly. 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 Tyler Program offer?

University of Texas Health Science Center at Tyler 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 Texas Health Science Center at Tyler 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 Tyler 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 Texas Health Science Center at Tyler Program located?

University of Texas Health Science Center at Tyler Program is located at 11937 US Hwy 271 Tyler, TX 75708-3154. Its sponsoring institution is University of Texas Health Science Center at Tyler.

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

The program director is Yasin Ibrahim. The program coordinator, Kelly Leevey, is the usual contact for application questions.