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University of Connecticut Program

Surgery residency program in Farmington, Connecticut, sponsored by University of Connecticut School of Medicine.

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About University of Connecticut Program

ACGME code
4400821390
Program director
Eric Girard
Location
Farmington, Connecticut
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
8
First-year spots
Applicants
1,360
Latest cycle
IMG residents
24%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

University of Connecticut Program is a university Based Surgery residency program in Farmington, Connecticut, sponsored by University of Connecticut School of Medicine. It offers 8 first-year positions, higher than the typical Surgery program (5).

In the latest application cycle the program received 1,360 applications.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 24% of current residents, compared with a median of 9.1% across Surgery programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 80 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
  • Year of graduation limit
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
8
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates59%
  • US DO graduates17%
  • US IMGs7%
  • Non-US IMGs17%

Demographics

  • Women64%
  • Men36%
  • White50%
  • Asian24%
  • Black or African American5%
  • Hispanic or Latino21%
  • Other5%

Contact and location

Program director
Eric Girard
Program coordinator
Janice Hutchison
Coordinator phone
(860) 679-3467
Email
[email protected]
Website
Program website
Sponsoring institution
University of Connecticut School of Medicine

Department of Surgery 263 Farmington Avenue Farmington, CT 06030-8073 Open in Google Maps

University of Connecticut Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of Connecticut Program sponsor visas?

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

Is University of Connecticut Program IMG-friendly?

About 24% of residents at University of Connecticut Program are international medical graduates, so the program accepts some IMGs. For comparison, the median Surgery program has 9.1% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 visas.

How many residency positions does University of Connecticut Program offer?

University of Connecticut Program offers 8 first-year Surgery positions, and 8 were filled in the latest Match.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for University of Connecticut 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 Connecticut Program's Step 2 CK minimum. Unlock the screening details above to see it. Across Surgery programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 253.

Where is University of Connecticut Program located?

University of Connecticut Program is located at Department of Surgery 263 Farmington Avenue Farmington, CT 06030-8073. Its sponsoring institution is University of Connecticut School of Medicine.

Who is the program director of University of Connecticut Program?

The program director is Eric Girard. The program coordinator, Janice Hutchison, is the usual contact for application questions.

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