Transitional YearCommunity-based university affiliatedSponsors H-1B

University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine Program

Transitional Year residency program in San Juan, Puerto Rico, sponsored by University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine.

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About University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine Program

ACGME code
9994200256
Program director
Lillian Borrego Conde
Location
San Juan, Puerto Rico
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Applicants
219
Latest cycle
IMG residents
0%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
H-1B
For residents

University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine Program is a community-based university affiliated Transitional Year residency program in San Juan, Puerto Rico, sponsored by University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine.

In the latest application cycle the program received 219 applications.

None of the program's current residents are international medical graduates (IMGs), while the median Transitional Year program has 0%. The program sponsors H-1B visas.

Residents work about 40 hours a week in their first year. The program offers primary care 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
  • Application deadline

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Applications and interviews

Letters of recommendation
At least 1
Visa sponsorship
H-1B

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates100%
  • US DO graduates0%

Contact and location

Program director
Lillian Borrego Conde
Program coordinator
Kyria Echevarria
Coordinator phone
(787) 758-2000
Sponsoring institution
University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine

Auxilio Mutuo Hospital P.O. Box 191227 San Juan, PR 00919-1227 Open in Google Maps

University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine Program sponsor visas?

Yes. University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine 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 Puerto Rico School of Medicine Program IMG-friendly?

University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine Program currently has no international medical graduates among its residents. For comparison, the median Transitional Year program has 0% IMG residents. It sponsors H-1B visas.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine 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 Puerto Rico School of Medicine Program's Step 2 CK minimum. Unlock the screening details above to see it. Across Transitional Year programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 255.

Where is University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine Program located?

University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine Program is located at Auxilio Mutuo Hospital P.O. Box 191227 San Juan, PR 00919-1227. Its sponsoring institution is University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine.

Who is the program director of University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine Program?

The program director is Lillian Borrego Conde. The program coordinator, Kyria Echevarria, is the usual contact for application questions.