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Rush University Medical Center Program

Surgery residency program in Chicago, Illinois, sponsored by Rush University Medical Center.

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About Rush University Medical Center Program

ACGME code
4401621092
Program director
Scott Schimpke
Location
Chicago, Illinois
Data updated
October 3, 2026
Positions
9
First-year spots
Applicants
1,461
Latest cycle
Interview rate
11.1%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
3%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
None
For residents

Rush University Medical Center Program is a university Based Surgery residency program in Chicago, Illinois, sponsored by Rush University Medical Center. It offers 9 first-year positions, higher than the typical Surgery program (5).

In the latest application cycle the program received 1,461 applications and invited about 11.1% of applicants to interview. That is a higher interview rate than most Surgery programs, which interview about 9.1% of applicants.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 3% of current residents, compared with a median of 9.1% across Surgery programs. The program does not report sponsoring J-1 or H-1B visas.

Residents work about 80 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
  • Step 2 CK scores of interviewed applicants
  • Year of graduation limit
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
9
Interview rate
11.1%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
None

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates90%
  • US DO graduates6%
  • US IMGs0%
  • Non-US IMGs3%

Demographics

  • Women56%
  • Men44%
  • White59%
  • Asian25%
  • Black or African American8%
  • Hispanic or Latino10%
  • Other2%

Contact and location

Program director
Scott Schimpke
Program coordinator
Alba Isaj
Coordinator phone
(312) 942-7462
Program phone
(312) 942-5000
Sponsoring institution
Rush University Medical Center

1653 W Congress Pkwy 791 Jelke Chicago, IL 60612 Open in Google Maps

Rush University Medical Center Program: frequently asked questions

Does Rush University Medical Center Program sponsor visas?

Rush University Medical Center Program does not report sponsoring J-1 or H-1B visas. International applicants who need a visa should confirm with the program before applying.

Is Rush University Medical Center Program IMG-friendly?

About 3% of residents at Rush University Medical Center Program are international medical graduates, so the program accepts some IMGs. For comparison, the median Surgery program has 9.1% IMG residents.

How many residency positions does Rush University Medical Center Program offer?

Rush University Medical Center Program offers 9 first-year Surgery positions, and 9 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is Rush University Medical Center Program?

Rush University Medical Center Program received 1,461 applications and interviewed about 11.1% of applicants. The typical Surgery program interviews about 9.1%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Rush University Medical Center Program?

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has Rush University Medical Center 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 Rush University Medical Center Program located?

Rush University Medical Center Program is located at 1653 W Congress Pkwy 791 Jelke Chicago, IL 60612. Its sponsoring institution is Rush University Medical Center.

Who is the program director of Rush University Medical Center Program?

The program director is Scott Schimpke. The program coordinator, Alba Isaj, is the usual contact for application questions.

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