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Howard University Program

Surgery residency program in Washington, District of Columbia, sponsored by Howard University Hospital.

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About Howard University Program

ACGME code
4401021070
Program director
May Tee
Location
Washington, District of Columbia
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
5
First-year spots
Applicants
1,276
Latest cycle
Interview rate
8.7%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
30%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

Howard University Program is a university Based Surgery residency program in Washington, District of Columbia, sponsored by Howard University Hospital. It offers 5 first-year positions, about the same as the typical Surgery program (5).

In the latest application cycle the program received 1,276 applications and invited about 8.7% of applicants to interview. That is close to the typical Surgery interview rate of 9.1%.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 30% of current residents, compared with a median of 9.1% across Surgery programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 75 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
5
Interview rate
8.7%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates68%
  • US DO graduates3%
  • US IMGs9%
  • Non-US IMGs21%

Demographics

  • Women53%
  • Men47%
  • White9%
  • Asian15%
  • Black or African American74%
  • Hispanic or Latino9%
  • American Indian or Alaska Native3%
  • Other6%

Contact and location

Program director
May Tee
Program coordinator
Michelle Lee
Coordinator phone
(202) 865-1642
Program phone
(202) 865-4232
Sponsoring institution
Howard University Hospital

Department of Surgery 2041 Georgia Avenue NW, 4B17 Washington, DC 20060 Open in Google Maps

Howard University Program: frequently asked questions

Does Howard University Program sponsor visas?

Yes. Howard University Program sponsors J-1 visas for residents. Visa policies can change between cycles, so confirm with the program coordinator before you apply.

Is Howard University Program IMG-friendly?

About 30% of residents at Howard University Program are international medical graduates, so the program is considered IMG-friendly. For comparison, the median Surgery program has 9.1% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 visas.

How many residency positions does Howard University Program offer?

Howard University Program offers 5 first-year Surgery positions, and 5 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is Howard University Program?

Howard University Program received 1,276 applications and interviewed about 8.7% of applicants. The typical Surgery program interviews about 9.1%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Howard University Program?

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has Howard University Program's Step 2 CK minimum and score range of interviewed applicants. Unlock the screening details above to see them. Across Surgery programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 253.

Where is Howard University Program located?

Howard University Program is located at Department of Surgery 2041 Georgia Avenue NW, 4B17 Washington, DC 20060. Its sponsoring institution is Howard University Hospital.

Who is the program director of Howard University Program?

The program director is May Tee. The program coordinator, Michelle Lee, is the usual contact for application questions.

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