University of Washington Program Psychiatry Residency
Psychiatry residency program in Seattle, Washington, sponsored by University of Washington School of Medicine.
See how you matchAbout University of Washington Program
- ACGME code
- 4005421225
- Program director
- Jacqueline Hobbs
- Location
- Seattle, Washington
- Data updated
- October 11, 2026
- Positions
- 19
- First-year spots
- Applicants
- 1,124
- Latest cycle
- IMG residents
- 1%
- Share of current residents
- Visa sponsorship
- J-1 and H-1B
- For residents
University of Washington Program is a university Based Psychiatry residency program in Seattle, Washington, sponsored by University of Washington School of Medicine. It offers 19 first-year positions, higher than the typical Psychiatry program (7).
In the latest application cycle the program received 1,124 applications.
International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 1% of current residents, compared with a median of 8% across Psychiatry programs. The program sponsors J-1 and H-1B visas.
Residents work about 60 hours a week in their first year. The program offers research and women's health 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.
- US clinical experience required
- Application deadline
- Residents' medical schools and countries
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Applications and interviews
- Positions offered
- 19
- Letters of recommendation
- At least 3
- Visa sponsorship
- J-1 and H-1B
Current residents
Residents by medical school type
- US MD graduates94%
- US DO graduates5%
- US IMGs0%
- Non-US IMGs1%
Demographics
- Women59%
- Men40%
- White55%
- Asian30%
- Black or African American6%
- Hispanic or Latino13%
- American Indian or Alaska Native4%
- Other4%
Contact and location
- Program director
- Jacqueline Hobbs
- Program coordinator
- Athena Wong
- Coordinator phone
- (206) 543-6577
- Program phone
- (206) 543-3750
- [email protected]
- Website
- Program website
- Sponsoring institution
- University of Washington School of Medicine
1550 N 115th St Box 358828 Seattle, WA 98133-9733 Open in Google Maps
University of Washington Program: frequently asked questions
Does University of Washington Program sponsor visas?
Yes. University of Washington Program sponsors J-1 and H-1B visas for residents. Visa policies can change between cycles, so confirm with the program coordinator before you apply.
Is University of Washington Program IMG-friendly?
About 1% of residents at University of Washington 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 and H-1B visas.
How many residency positions does University of Washington Program offer?
University of Washington Program offers 19 first-year Psychiatry positions, and 19 were filled in the latest Match.
What Step 2 CK score do I need for University of Washington Program?
USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. University of Washington Program does not publish a Step 2 CK minimum, so compare your score with the specialty overall. Across Psychiatry programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 245.
Where is University of Washington Program located?
University of Washington Program is located at 1550 N 115th St Box 358828 Seattle, WA 98133-9733. Its sponsoring institution is University of Washington School of Medicine.
Who is the program director of University of Washington Program?
The program director is Jacqueline Hobbs. The program coordinator, Athena Wong, is the usual contact for application questions.