University of Tennessee Graduate School of Medicine Transitional Year Residency

Knoxville, TennesseeUniversityTrains at University Health System

Top 50%

of 192 transitional year residency programs

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How it scores

  • Clinical training55Top half in transitional year
  • Faculty depth71Top half in transitional year
  • Research42Bottom half in transitional year
  • Pay and cost of living60Top half in transitional year

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At a glance

ProgramUniversity of Tennessee Graduate School of Medicine Transitional Year Residency
LocationKnoxville, Tennessee
Main training hospitalUniversity Health System
SettingUniversity
PGY-1 salary$62,381 (2026-27)
Typical one-bedroom rent nearby$951 a month
Pay against rentMonthly pay covers rent 5.5 times
Visa sponsorshipJ-1
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Pay, size and visa policy come from what the program publishes. Confirm them with the program before you apply.

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Questions

Where is the University of Tennessee Graduate School of Medicine transitional year residency?

The program trains residents in Knoxville, Tennessee. Its main training hospital is University Health System.

How much do transitional year residents earn at University of Tennessee Graduate School of Medicine?

PGY-1 residents earn $62,381 a year (2026-27), as published by the program. A typical one-bedroom nearby rents for about $951 a month.

Does University of Tennessee Graduate School of Medicine sponsor visas for transitional year residents?

The program says it sponsors J-1 visas. Confirm the current policy with the program.

How is University of Tennessee Graduate School of Medicine ranked for transitional year?

It is in the top 50% of 192 transitional year programs. Rankings weigh the hospitals where residents train, faculty depth, research and pay against local rent. No reputation surveys are used.

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