UrologyUniversity BasedSponsors J-1 and H-1B

University of Pennsylvania Health System Program

Urology residency program in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, sponsored by University of Pennsylvania Health System.

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About University of Pennsylvania Health System Program

ACGME code
4804121134
Program director
Robert Kovell
Location
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Data updated
October 3, 2026
Applicants
224
Latest cycle
IMG residents
5%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B
For residents

University of Pennsylvania Health System Program is a university Based Urology residency program in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, sponsored by University of Pennsylvania Health System.

In the latest application cycle the program received 224 applications.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 5% of current residents, compared with a median of 0% across Urology programs. The program sponsors J-1 and H-1B visas.

Residents work about 60 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
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries

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Applications and interviews

Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates95%
  • US DO graduates0%
  • US IMGs0%
  • Non-US IMGs5%

Demographics

  • Women50%
  • Men50%
  • White41%
  • Asian36%
  • Black or African American14%
  • Hispanic or Latino9%

Contact and location

Program director
Robert Kovell
Program coordinator
Gretchen Harz
Coordinator phone
(215) 349-5042
Program phone
–
Sponsoring institution
University of Pennsylvania Health System

3400 Civic Center Blvd 3rd Floor, Perelman Center, West Philadelphia, PA 19104 Open in Google Maps

University of Pennsylvania Health System Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of Pennsylvania Health System Program sponsor visas?

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

Is University of Pennsylvania Health System Program IMG-friendly?

About 5% of residents at University of Pennsylvania Health System Program are international medical graduates, so the program accepts some IMGs. For comparison, the median Urology program has 0% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 and H-1B visas.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for University of Pennsylvania Health System 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 Pennsylvania Health System Program's Step 2 CK minimum. Unlock the screening details above to see it. Across Urology programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 256.

Where is University of Pennsylvania Health System Program located?

University of Pennsylvania Health System Program is located at 3400 Civic Center Blvd 3rd Floor, Perelman Center, West Philadelphia, PA 19104. Its sponsoring institution is University of Pennsylvania Health System.

Who is the program director of University of Pennsylvania Health System Program?

The program director is Robert Kovell. The program coordinator, Gretchen Harz, is the usual contact for application questions.

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