Psychiatry is a highly sought-after specialty in Match. While competitive, numerous programs are known for being IMG-friendly, offering excellent training opportunities and diverse patient populations. This blog will present an exclusive list of IMG-friendly programs in psychiatry.
According to NRMP data, 146 positions were filled by IMGs. While matching into psychiatry as an IMG is competitive, it is also highly attainable with the right preparation and strategy. Choosing the right program that fits your academic background and offers IMG-friendly policies, such as visa sponsorship and opportunities for clinical experience, can significantly enhance your chances of success.
This curated table provides a detailed breakdown of psychiatry programs known for welcoming International Medical Graduates. The data includes key selection factors such as USMLE score requirements, the percentage of current IMG residents, and visa sponsorship policies (J-1 or H-1B), giving you the critical information needed to strategically target your ERAS application.
| Programs | States | USMLE Score | % IMGs | Visa | Program ID |
| Christiana Care Health Services Inc. Program | Wilmington, DE | Step 1 – pass Step 2 – no cut off | 25.9% | J1 | 4000900047 |
| University of Central Florida/HCA Florida Healthcare (Gainesville) Program | Gainesville, FL | Step 1 – pass Step 2 – cut off 227 | 49.3% | J1 | 4001100314 |
| HCA Florida Orange Park Hospital Program | Orange Park, FL | Step 1 – pass Step 2 – cut off 227 | 30.4% | J1 | 4001100320 |
| Medical College of Georgia Program | Augusta, GA | Step 1 – pass Step 2 – cut off 210 | 27.9% | J1 | 4001221054 |
| University of Illinois College of Medicine at Peoria Program | Peoria, IL | Step 1 – pass Step 2 – no cut off | 39.4% | J1 | 4001621305 |
| University of Kansas (Wichita) Program | Wichita, KS | Step 1 – pass Step 2 – cut off 200 | 36.7% | J1 | 4001921254 |
| Central Michigan University College of Medicine/CMU Medical Education Partners Program | Saginaw, MI | Step 1 – pass Step 2 – cut off 214 | 48.4% | J1 | 4002500308 |
| University of Minnesota Program | Minneapolis, MN | Step 1 – no cut off Step 2 – no cut off | 26.1% | J1 | 4002621106 |
| Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science (Rochester) Program | Rochester, MN | Step 1 – pass Step 2 – cut off 209 | 26.8% | H1BJ1 | 4002621107 |
| University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Medicine Program | Kansas City, MO | Step 1 – pass Step 2 – no cut off | 25.8% | J1 | 4002821110 |
| New York Medical College (Metropolitan) Program | ny, NY | Step 1 – pass Step 2 – cut off 200 | 34.6% | H1BJ1 | 4003511148 |
| SUNY Upstate Medical University Program | Syracuse, NY | Step 1 – pass Step 2 – no cut off | 25.4% | H1BJ1 | 4003521160 |
| Westchester Medical Center Program | Valhalla, NY | Step 1 – pass Step 2 – cut off 205 | 51.3% | J1 | 4003521162 |
| The MetroHealth System/Case Western Reserve University Program | Cleveland, OH | Step 1 – pass Step 2 – cut off 200 | 75.1% | H1BJ1 | 4003821240 |
| Osteopathic Medical Education Consortium of Oklahoma Inc (OMECO) Program | Norman, OK | Step 1 – pass Step 2 – cut off 214 | 56.3% | J1 | 4003921183 |
| Duke University Hospital Program | Durham, NC | Step 1 – no cut off Step 2 – no cut off | 27.1% | J1 | 4003621167 |
| ECU Health Medical Center/East Carolina University Program | Greenville, NC | Step 1 – pass Step 2 – no cut off | 42.4% | J1 | 4003621169 |
| University of North Dakota Program | Fargo, ND | Step 1 – pass Step 2 – no cut off | 42.1% | J1 | 4003721251 |
| Ocean University Medical Center Program | Brick, NJ | Step 1 – pass Step 2 – no cut off | 43.6% | J1 | 4003300302 |
| Rutgers Health/New Jersey Medical School Program | Newark, NJ | Step 1 – pass Step 2 – cut off 220 | 41.9% | J1 | 4003321119 |
| Lincoln Medical and Mental Health Center Program | Bronx, NY | Step 1 – pass Step 2 – cut off 225 | 100.0% | J1 | 4003511133 |
| Nuvance Health Program | Carmel Hamlet, NY | Step 1 – pass Step 2 – no cut off | 65.1% | J1 | 4003500319 |
| Penn State Milton S Hershey Medical Center Program | Hershey, PA | Step 1 – pass Step 2 – cut off 230 | 49.3% | J1 | 4004111187 |
| East Tennessee State University/Quillen College of Medicine Program | Johnson City, TN | Step 1 – pass Step 2 – no cut off | 60.7% | J1 | 4004721258 |
| Texas Tech University HSC El Paso Program | El Paso, TX | Step 1 – pass Step 2 – no cut off | 43.2% | J1 | 4004811217 |
| University of Texas RGV Program | Harlingen, TX | Step 1 – pass Step 2 – cut off 220 | 43.6% | J1 | 4004800300 |
| Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center at Lubbock Program | Lubbock, TX | Step 1 – pass Step 2 – no cut off | 37.4% | J1 | 4004821256 |
| Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (Permian Basin) Program | Odessa, TX | Step 1 – pass Step 2 – cut off 210 | 77.8% | J1 | 4004800301 |
| Carilion Clinic-Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine Program | Roanoke, VA | Step 1 – pass Step 2 – cut off 200 | 63.4% | J1 | 4005121267 |
| Charleston Area Medical Center/CAMC Institute for Academic Medicine Program | Charleston, WV | Step 1 – pass Step 2 – cut off 215 | 42.3% | J1 | 4005521264 |
To improve your chances, ensure that your application is well-rounded, with strong USMLE scores, relevant U.S. clinical experience, and compelling letters of recommendation.
If you are interested in psychiatry, start building connections with program directors, alumni, and mentors to guide you through the residency application process.
Contact IMGHH for any assistance with the ERAS application, selection of personalized programs, and interview preparation.
Good Luck!
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