University of North Carolina Hospitals Program
About This Program
At UNC Pediatrics, you'll train in a high-volume, nationally recognized children's hospital while benefiting from diverse clinical experiences. Our program offers strong general pediatrics exposure alongside robust subspecialty training, preparing you for any career path. You'll be part of a supportive, close-knit community with a strong culture of mentorship, wellness, and advocacy for children and trainees alike. Residents gain meaningful leadership opportunities within a curriculum focused on
Program Statistics
Types of Graduates
Resident Gender
Contact Information
Program Director
Margaret Jackson Kihlstrom, MD
Univ of North Carolina Hosps
Primary Program Contact
Kelly Lear
Univ of North Carolina Hosps
Locations
Univ of North Carolina Hosps
Pediatric Education Office
CB# 7593
Chapel Hill, NC 27599-7593
101 Manning Dr
Chapel Hill, NC 27514-7600
1200 N Elm St
Greensboro, NC 27401-1020
3000 New Bern Ave
Raleigh, NC 27610
Application Information
Participates In
Doesn't Participate In
- San Francisco Match
- Military Match (i.e., Joint Service Graduate Medical Education Selection Board, Military Selection Board)
- SAU/AU Match (i.e., Urology Match)
- None
Open House
Second Look
U.S. MD Applicants
IMG Applicants
DO Applicants
Total required letters of recommendation (excludes MSPE and Deans letter)
Required Letter Writers
- Letter(s) from someone within the specialty (e.g., faculty, attending)
Medical School Graduation Timeline
Graduation from medical school must have occurred within the past 5 year(s).
Gap Experience Requirement
PGY-1 applicants to this program with a gap of 1 year or more between medical school graduation and entry to residency must have the following experience occur during the gap: Clinical experience in the US or outside the US
Resident / Fellow Characteristics
Three year averages. Medical school type does not include graduates of Canadian schools.
Types of Graduates
Resident Gender
Program Faculty
Faculty Distribution
Work Environment
NA = Not Applicable
NGO = Negotiable
OTH = Other
Visa Status
This program will consider an appropriately qualified applicant with the following visa or visa status. Contact the program for additional information.
Program Size
PGY-1 Position Type(s) Offered:
PGY-2 Positions Not Offered
Key Dates & Timelines
2026 - 2027
Program Starts Reviewing Applications
Application service release date
Interview Offer Dates
Specialty Universal Dates
Average PGY-1 Educational Environment
Employment Policies & Benefits
Educational Benefits
Tracks & Educational Features
Evaluations
Medical Insurance Coverage
- Major medical for residents
- Outpatient mental health
- Inpatient mental health
- Group life insurance
- Disability insurance
- Disability insurance for occupationally-acquired HIV
Salary Compensation
Year 1 through Year 3
Salary paid by a non-profit institution.
Vacation & Sick Days
Residents receive 21 Vacation Days and 12 Sick Days annually to support work-life balance and personal well-being.
For more information, view the program's leave policy on their website.