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University of Washington Program

Urology residency program in Seattle, Washington, sponsored by University of Washington School of Medicine.

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About University of Washington Program

ACGME code
4805421155
Program director
Claire Yang
Location
Seattle, Washington
Data updated
October 3, 2026
Applicants
207
Latest cycle
IMG residents
5%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B
For residents

University of Washington Program is a university Based Urology residency program in Seattle, Washington, sponsored by University of Washington School of Medicine.

In the latest application cycle the program received 207 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 62 hours a week in their first year. The program offers research, rural and women's health tracks.

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.

  • 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

  • Women57%
  • Men43%
  • White43%
  • Asian24%
  • Black or African American24%
  • Hispanic or Latino5%
  • Other5%

Contact and location

Program director
Claire Yang
Program coordinator
Dani Townsend
Coordinator phone
(206) 685-1982
Program phone
(206) 598-2827
Sponsoring institution
University of Washington School of Medicine

1959 NE Pacific Street Box 356510 Seattle, WA 98195-8047 Open in Google Maps

University of Washington Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of Washington Program sponsor visas?

Yes. University of Washington 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 Washington Program IMG-friendly?

About 5% of residents at University of Washington 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 Washington Program?

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. University of Washington Program does not publish a Step 2 CK minimum, so compare your score with the specialty overall. Across Urology programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 256.

Where is University of Washington Program located?

University of Washington Program is located at 1959 NE Pacific Street Box 356510 Seattle, WA 98195-8047. Its sponsoring institution is University of Washington School of Medicine.

Who is the program director of University of Washington Program?

The program director is Claire Yang. The program coordinator, Dani Townsend, is the usual contact for application questions.

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