PsychiatryCommunity-based university affiliatedSponsors J-1

WellSpan Health/York Hospital Program

Psychiatry residency program in York, Pennsylvania, sponsored by Wellspan Health.

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About WellSpan Health/York Hospital Program

ACGME code
4004100005
Program director
Arya Soman
Location
York, Pennsylvania
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
6
First-year spots
Applicants
897
Latest cycle
Interview rate
9.8%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
25%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

WellSpan Health/York Hospital Program is a community-based university affiliated Psychiatry residency program in York, Pennsylvania, sponsored by Wellspan Health. It offers 6 first-year positions, about the same as the typical Psychiatry program (7).

In the latest application cycle the program received 897 applications and invited about 9.8% of applicants to interview. That is close to the typical Psychiatry interview rate of 11.4%.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 25% of current residents, compared with a median of 8% across Psychiatry programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 50 hours a week in their first year.

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
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
6
Interview rate
9.8%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates8%
  • US DO graduates67%
  • US IMGs0%
  • Non-US IMGs25%

Contact and location

Program director
Arya Soman
Program coordinator
Christine Roelke
Coordinator phone
(717) 356-6090
Program phone
(717) 356-6092
Sponsoring institution
Wellspan Health

York Hospital, Catherine Dale Building, 4th Floor, Rm 4011 1001 S. George Street York, PA 17403 Open in Google Maps

WellSpan Health/York Hospital Program: frequently asked questions

Does WellSpan Health/York Hospital Program sponsor visas?

Yes. WellSpan Health/York Hospital Program sponsors J-1 visas for residents. Visa policies can change between cycles, so confirm with the program coordinator before you apply.

Is WellSpan Health/York Hospital Program IMG-friendly?

About 25% of residents at WellSpan Health/York Hospital 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 WellSpan Health/York Hospital Program offer?

WellSpan Health/York Hospital Program offers 6 first-year Psychiatry positions, and 6 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is WellSpan Health/York Hospital Program?

WellSpan Health/York Hospital Program received 897 applications and interviewed about 9.8% of applicants. The typical Psychiatry program interviews about 11.4%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for WellSpan Health/York Hospital Program?

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has WellSpan Health/York Hospital 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 WellSpan Health/York Hospital Program located?

WellSpan Health/York Hospital Program is located at York Hospital, Catherine Dale Building, 4th Floor, Rm 4011 1001 S. George Street York, PA 17403. Its sponsoring institution is Wellspan Health.

Who is the program director of WellSpan Health/York Hospital Program?

The program director is Arya Soman. The program coordinator, Christine Roelke, is the usual contact for application questions.