University of Chicago Program

Obstetrics and gynecologyUniversity-basedIMG: CHALLENGING
Chicago, IL(Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN-WI MSA Metro)
32
Positions
#38
Specialty Rank
$75,205
PGY1 Salary
3.3%
IMG %
#38
Obstetrics and gynecology Ranking
87th Percentile
Top 13% of programs

Program Overview

Program Details

ACGME Code:
2201611092
NRMP Code:
1160220C0YOG
Program Type:
University-based
Total Positions:
32
Interviews:
81

Contact Information

Admission Requirements

Years of Graduation Cutoff:
2 years
Visa Sponsorship:
J1, F1

Training Details

Training Structure

Avg Hours/Week:
60
Max Hours on Duty:
14
Avg 24hr Off Duty:
1
Lecture/Conference Hours:
4/week
Night Float:
Yes
Vacation Days:
20
Sick Days:
5
Faculty Ratio:
2.00

Faculty & Teaching Environment

Total Physicians:
66
Non-Physician Staff:
17
Part-Time Physicians:
1
Female Faculty:
75.4%
Outpatient Clinic Hours:
100%
0

Special Features & Unique Opportunities

Our goal is to educate, develop, and nurture outstanding resident physicians. We align with our institutional mission to promote the highest quality healthcare to our patients, surrounded by an atmosphere of academic excellence. The multi-faceted academic program offered by the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology prepares medical students, residents and fellows to be outstanding clinicians and physician leaders. Our program promotes excellence at all levels of participation.

Program Offers & Benefits

  • On-site child care
  • On-call meal allowance
  • iPads, tablets, etc., or technology allowance

Educational Opportunities

  • Curriculum to develop health systems leadership skills (e.g., QI project leadership, community/organizational advocacy)
  • Formal program to foster interprofessional teamwork
  • Economics of health care systems curriculum
  • Debt management/financial counseling
  • Resident/fellow retreats
  • Off-campus electives

Research Opportunities

Research Rotation

Optional

0

Salary Progression

$75,205
PGY-1
$79,551
PGY-2
$82,295
PGY-3
$86,036
PGY-4
0

Benefits Package Details

Dental Coverage:Institution & Resident Share Cost
Disability Insurance:Institution & Resident Share Cost
Group Life Insurance:Institution & Resident Share Cost
Major Medical Coverage:Institution & Resident Share Cost
Inpatient Mental Health:Institution & Resident Share Cost
Outpatient Mental Health:Institution & Resident Share Cost
Major Medical (Residents):Institution & Resident Share Cost
Major Medical (Dependents):Institution & Resident Share Cost

Location & Lifestyle

Location Overview

City & State
Chicago, IL
Metropolitan Area
Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN-WI MSA
Geographic Region
East North Central
Metropolitan Population
12,757,634

Cost of Living & Housing

Cost of Living Index
107(US avg: 100)
Median Home Price
$282K
Median Monthly Rent
$1.3K/mo
Median Household Income
$55K
Rent as % of Resident Salary
20.9%(FREIDA)

Demographics & Community

Metropolitan Population
12,757,634
Median Age
47 years
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
0.28
Poverty Rate
22.0%
Unemployment Rate
7.0%

Climate & Weather

Summer
77°F
Winter
47°F
Sunny Days
290 days
Precipitation
53"
Humidity
72%

Local Cost of Goods & Services

Coffee
$4.50
Restaurant Meal
12
Gas (per gallon)
$3.90
Gym Membership
45

Purchasing Power AnalysisEnhanced Data

Nominal Salary
$75,205
Cost-Adjusted Salary
$70,285
Value Rating
Average
Cost data updated: 6/12/2025

Application Information

Program Details

ACGME Code:
2201611092
NRMP Code:
1160220C0YOG
Total Positions:
32
Interviews:
81
Program Type:
University-based

Contact Information

Program Director:
Julia Simon
Program Website:
Visit Website
More Information:
More Information

Application Timeline

Application Period:
9/3/2026 - 9/25/2026
Video Interviews:
Not Available

Application Requirements

Required Letters:
4
Moonlighting Allowed:
No

Examination Requirements

USMLE Requirements

Step 1 Required:
No
Step 2 Required:
No

COMLEX Requirements

COMLEX Level 1:
No, require USMLE scores for all applicants
COMLEX Level 2:
No, require USMLE scores for all applicants

Program Start Dates & Match Information

Start Dates

Available Start Dates:
June, July
June Start Date:
June 24
July Start Date:
July

Match Information

NRMP Main Match:
Yes
NRMP Codes:
1160220C0

Institution & Program Size Details

Institution Information

Institution:
University of Chicago Medical Center
Primary Teaching Site:
University of Chicago Medical Center
Contact Person:
Shanaya Walton

Program Size by Year

First Year Positions:
8
Positions by Year:
PGY-1:8
PGY-2:8
PGY-3:8
PGY-4:8

Program Policies & Additional Information

Smoking Policy:
Smoking Allowed
Salary Tax Status:
Yes
Paid Leave Days:
30
Unpaid Leave Days:
30

IMG/DO Friendliness

International Medical Graduates (IMG)

Years of Graduation Cutoff
2 years
Visa Sponsorship
J-1 through ECFMG, F-1
IMG Percentage
3.3%
IMG Classification
CHALLENGING
0

Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)

DO Percentage
0.0%
DO Classification
CHALLENGING

Rankings & Reputation

Program Rankings

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Medical Education

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