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University of Colorado Program

Radiation oncologyUniversity-basedIMG: CHALLENGING
Aurora, CO(Aurora, CO Metropolitan Area Metro)
8
Positions
#39
Specialty Rank
$81,019
PGY1 Salary
0.0%
IMG %
#39
Radiation oncology Ranking
56th Percentile
Top 44% of programs

Program Overview

Program Details

ACGME Code:
4300713130
NRMP Code:
1076430A0
Program Type:
University-based
Total Positions:
8
Interviews:
33

Contact Information

Admission Requirements

Min Step 2 Score:
200
Visa Sponsorship:
H1B, J1, F1

Training Details

Training Structure

Avg Hours/Week:
50
Max Hours on Duty:
12
Avg 24hr Off Duty:
2
Lecture/Conference Hours:
10/week
Night Float:
No
Faculty Ratio:
2.20

Faculty & Teaching Environment

Total Physicians:
18
Non-Physician Staff:
14
0
Female Faculty:
61.1%
Outpatient Clinic Hours:
100%
0

Special Features & Unique Opportunities

Our program is a four-year journey that emphasizes trainee development into an independently practicing radiation oncologist through learning all facets of oncology. We strive to expose our learners to diverse educational experiences to best support their early career development. We have graduated physician-scientists that contribute meaningful research, expert clinical physicians that provide impactful care to their communities, and educators and leaders who support the future of our field.

Program Offers & Benefits

  • Free parking
  • 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)
  • Instruction in medical Spanish or other non-English language
  • International experience/global health
  • Resident/fellow retreats
  • Off-campus electives
  • MPH, MBA, PhD or other advanced degree training

Research Opportunities

Research Rotation

Optional

0

Salary Progression

$81,019
PGY-1
$81,019
PGY-2
$83,747
PGY-3
$88,742
PGY-4
$92,282
PGY-5

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
Aurora, CO
Metropolitan Area
Aurora, CO Metropolitan Area
Geographic Region
Mountain
Metropolitan Population
5,770,790

Cost of Living & Housing

Cost of Living Index
65(US avg: 100)
Median Home Price
$320K
Median Monthly Rent
$1.4K/mo
Median Household Income
$81K
Rent as % of Resident Salary
20.3%

Demographics & Community

Metropolitan Population
5,770,790
Median Age
35 years
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
0.18
Poverty Rate
25.0%
Unemployment Rate
15.0%

Climate & Weather

Summer
65°F
Winter
35°F
Sunny Days
243 days
Precipitation
43"
Humidity
60%

Local Cost of Goods & Services

Coffee
$4.77
Restaurant Meal
12.72
Gas (per gallon)
$3.92
Gym Membership
47

Purchasing Power AnalysisEnhanced Data

Nominal Salary
$81,019
Cost-Adjusted Salary
$124,645
Value Rating
Excellent
Cost data updated: 6/12/2025

Application Information

Program Details

ACGME Code:
4300713130
NRMP Code:
1076430A0
Total Positions:
8
Interviews:
33
Program Type:
University-based

Contact Information

Program Director:
Tim Waxweiler
Program Website:
Visit Website
More Information:
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Application Timeline

Application Period:
9/3/2025 - 11/1/2025
Interview Period:
11/3/2025 - 1/5/2026
Video Interviews:
Not Available

Application Requirements

Required Letters:
3
Previous GME Required:
Moonlighting Allowed:
No

Examination Requirements

USMLE Requirements

Step 1 Required:
No
Step 2 Required:
No
Min Step 1 Score:
200
Min Step 2 Score:
200

COMLEX Requirements

COMLEX Level 1:
No
COMLEX Level 2:
No

Program Start Dates & Match Information

Start Dates

Available Start Dates:
July
July Start Date:
July

Match Information

NRMP Main Match:
No
NRMP Codes:
1076430A0

Institution & Program Size Details

Institution Information

Institution:
University of Colorado Hospital
Primary Teaching Site:
University of Colorado Hospital
Contact Person:
Darlene Macias

Program Size by Year

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

Program Policies & Additional Information

Smoking Policy:
Smoking Allowed
Salary Tax Status:
Yes
Paid Leave Days:
84
0

IMG/DO Friendliness

International Medical Graduates (IMG)

Min Step 2 Score
200
Visa Sponsorship
J-1 through ECFMG, H-1B, F-1
IMG Percentage
0.0%
IMG Classification
CHALLENGING
0

Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)

DO Percentage
14.3%
DO Classification
MODERATE

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