Radiation OncologyUniversity BasedSponsors H-1B

University of Washington Program

Radiation Oncology residency program in Seattle, Washington, sponsored by University of Washington School of Medicine.

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About University of Washington Program

ACGME code
4305421107
Program director
Lia Halasz
Location
Seattle, Washington
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
2
First-year spots
Applicants
170
Latest cycle
Interview rate
25.3%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
20%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
H-1B
For residents

University of Washington Program is a university Based Radiation Oncology residency program in Seattle, Washington, sponsored by University of Washington School of Medicine. It offers 2 first-year positions, about the same as the typical Radiation Oncology program (2).

In the latest application cycle the program received 170 applications and invited about 25.3% of applicants to interview. That is close to the typical Radiation Oncology interview rate of 29.4%.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 20% of current residents, compared with a median of 7% across Radiation Oncology programs. The program sponsors H-1B visas.

Residents work about 56 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
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
2
Interview rate
25.3%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
H-1B

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates80%
  • US DO graduates0%
  • US IMGs10%
  • Non-US IMGs10%

Demographics

  • Women70%
  • Men30%
  • White40%
  • Asian50%
  • Black or African American10%
  • Hispanic or Latino10%

Contact and location

Program director
Lia Halasz
Program coordinator
Belinda Swift
Coordinator phone
(206) 598-4121
Program phone
(206) 598-4100
Sponsoring institution
University of Washington School of Medicine

1959 NE Pacific Street Campus Box 356043 Seattle, WA 98195-6043 Open in Google Maps

University of Washington Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of Washington Program sponsor visas?

Yes. University of Washington Program sponsors 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 20% of residents at University of Washington Program are international medical graduates, so the program accepts some IMGs. For comparison, the median Radiation Oncology program has 7% IMG residents. It sponsors H-1B visas.

How many residency positions does University of Washington Program offer?

University of Washington Program offers 2 first-year Radiation Oncology positions, and 2 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is University of Washington Program?

University of Washington Program received 170 applications and interviewed about 25.3% of applicants. The typical Radiation Oncology program interviews about 29.4%.

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. This page has University of Washington Program's Step 2 CK minimum and score range of interviewed applicants. Unlock the screening details above to see them. Across Radiation Oncology programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 250.

Where is University of Washington Program located?

University of Washington Program is located at 1959 NE Pacific Street Campus Box 356043 Seattle, WA 98195-6043. Its sponsoring institution is University of Washington School of Medicine.

Who is the program director of University of Washington Program?

The program director is Lia Halasz. The program coordinator, Belinda Swift, is the usual contact for application questions.