UMass Chan - Baystate Program
Pathology-anatomic and clinicalCommunity-based university affiliatedIMG: HIGH
Springfield, MA(Springfield, MA Metropolitan Area Metro)
13
Positions
#127
Specialty Rank
$72,100
PGY1 Salary
92.3%
IMG %
#127
Pathology-anatomic and clinical Ranking
11th Percentile
Top 89% of programs
Program Overview
Program Details
- ACGME Code:
- 3002421413
- NRMP Code:
- 1286300C0STEP
- Program Type:
- Community-based university affiliated
- Total Positions:
- 13
- Interviews:
- 55
Contact Information
Admission Requirements
- Min Step 2 Score:
- 199
- Visa Sponsorship:
- H1B, J1
Training Details
Training Structure
- Avg Hours/Week:
- 60
- Max Hours on Duty:
- 12
- Avg 24hr Off Duty:
- 2
- Lecture/Conference Hours:
- 10/week
- Night Float:
- No
- Vacation Days:
- 20
- Sick Days:
- 5
- Faculty Ratio:
- 1.40
Faculty & Teaching Environment
- Total Physicians:
- 18
- Non-Physician Staff:
- 2
- Female Faculty:
- 44.4%
Special Features & Unique Opportunities
Baystate Medical Center is a major teaching, clinical, and research facility and the regional campus of UMass Chan Medical School. The Baystate Pathology residency training program provides integrated training in anatomic and clinical pathology. Our faculty and residents create a cooperative and friendly environment in which you acquire the skills and knowledge needed to become a successful pathologist. We rely heavily on your feedback to make improvements that maximize the educational benefits.
Program Offers & Benefits
- Free parking
- On-call meal allowance
- iPads, tablets, etc., or technology allowance
- Placement assistance upon completion of program into practice, fellowship or academia
Educational Opportunities
- Curriculum to develop health systems leadership skills (e.g., QI project leadership, community/organizational advocacy)
- Formal program to foster interprofessional teamwork
- Instruction in medical Spanish or other non-English language
- Economics of health care systems curriculum
- Debt management/financial counseling
- Academic support for USMLE Step 3 preparation
- International experience/global health
- Resident/fellow retreats
- Off-campus electives
Research Opportunities
Research Rotation
Optional
Salary Progression
$72,100
PGY-1
$75,200
PGY-2
$78,400
PGY-3
$81,800
PGY-4
Benefits Package Details
Dental Coverage:Institution & Resident Share Cost
Disability Insurance:Fully Paid by Institution
Group Life Insurance:Fully Paid by Institution
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
Cost of Living & Housing
- Cost of Living Index
- 116(US avg: 100)
- Median Home Price
- $644K
- Median Monthly Rent
- $2.3K/mo
- Median Household Income
- $73K
- Rent as % of Resident Salary
- 38.0%(FREIDA)
Demographics & Community
- Population
- 123K
- Median Age
- 51 years
- Bachelor's Degree or Higher
- 0.32
- Poverty Rate
- 21.0%
- Unemployment Rate
- 14.0%
Climate & Weather
Summer
71°F
Winter
36°F
Sunny Days
277 days
Precipitation
62"
Humidity
76%
Local Cost of Goods & Services
Coffee
$4.41
Restaurant Meal
14.7
Gas (per gallon)
$4.02
Gym Membership
44
Purchasing Power AnalysisEnhanced Data
Cost data updated: 6/12/2025
Application Information
Program Details
- ACGME Code:
- 3002421413
- NRMP Code:
- 1286300C0STEP
- Total Positions:
- 13
- Interviews:
- 55
- Program Type:
- Community-based university affiliated
Contact Information
- Program Director:
- James D Mueller
- Program Website:
- Visit Website
- More Information:
- More Information
Application Timeline
- Application Period:
- 9/15/2026 - 1/1/2027
- Interview Period:
- 11/9/2026 - 1/22/2027
- Video Interviews:
- Not Available
Application Requirements
- Required Letters:
- 3
- Moonlighting Allowed:
- Yes
Examination Requirements
USMLE Requirements
- Step 1 Required:
- No
- Step 2 Required:
- No
- Min Step 1 Score:
- 195
- Min Step 2 Score:
- 199
COMLEX Requirements
- COMLEX Level 1:
- Yes
- COMLEX Level 2:
- Yes
Program Start Dates & Match Information
Start Dates
- Available Start Dates:
- June, July
- July Start Date:
- July
Match Information
- NRMP Main Match:
- Yes
- NRMP Codes:
- 1286300C0
Institution & Program Size Details
Institution Information
- Institution:
- UMass Chan-Baystate
- Primary Teaching Site:
- UMass Chan-Baystate
- Contact Person:
- Kerry Hayes
- Contact Email:
- kerry.hayes@baystatehealth.org
Program Size by Year
- First Year Positions:
- 3
- Positions by Year:
- PGY-1:3PGY-2:3PGY-3:4PGY-4:3
Program Policies & Additional Information
- Smoking Policy:
- Smoking Allowed
- Salary Tax Status:
- Yes
IMG/DO Friendliness
International Medical Graduates (IMG)
- Min Step 2 Score
- 199
- Years of Graduation Cutoff
- 10 years
- Visa Sponsorship
- J-1 through ECFMG, H-1B
- IMG Percentage
- 92.3%
- IMG Classification
- HIGH
- IMG Specialty Percentile
- 97th percentile
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)
- DO Percentage
- 7.7%
- DO Classification
- MODERATE
Rankings & Reputation
Program Rankings
This section is currently being developed with comprehensive ranking data and analysis.
Resources & Tools
Advanced Matching Tools
Maximize your match potential with our AI-powered analysis tools