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University of Minnesota Program

Anesthesiology residency program in Minneapolis, Minnesota, sponsored by University of Minnesota.

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About University of Minnesota Program

ACGME code
0402631075
Program director
Mojca Remskar
Location
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Data updated
October 3, 2026
Positions
9
First-year spots
Applicants
753
Latest cycle
Interview rate
16.9%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
10%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

University of Minnesota Program is a university Based Anesthesiology residency program in Minneapolis, Minnesota, sponsored by University of Minnesota. It offers 9 first-year positions, about the same as the typical Anesthesiology program (10).

In the latest application cycle the program received 753 applications and invited about 16.9% of applicants to interview. That is close to the typical Anesthesiology interview rate of 16.4%.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 10% of current residents, compared with a median of 4% across Anesthesiology programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 65 hours a week in their first year. The program offers research track.

Requirements and screening

USMLE Step 1 is pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the score programs screen on. These are the details IMGs most often need before deciding whether to apply.

  • Step 2 CK minimum score
  • Step 2 CK scores of interviewed applicants
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
9
Interview rate
16.9%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates82%
  • US DO graduates8%
  • US IMGs5%
  • Non-US IMGs5%

Demographics

  • Women44%
  • Men56%
  • White59%
  • Asian18%
  • Black or African American13%
  • Hispanic or Latino8%
  • American Indian or Alaska Native3%
  • Other3%

Contact and location

Program director
Mojca Remskar
Program coordinator
Chrissy Reding
Coordinator phone
(612) 624-7149
Program phone
(612) 624-9990
Sponsoring institution
University of Minnesota

420 Delaware St SE MMC 294 Minneapolis, MN 55455 Open in Google Maps

University of Minnesota Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of Minnesota Program sponsor visas?

Yes. University of Minnesota Program sponsors J-1 visas for residents. Visa policies can change between cycles, so confirm with the program coordinator before you apply.

Is University of Minnesota Program IMG-friendly?

About 10% of residents at University of Minnesota Program are international medical graduates, so the program accepts some IMGs. For comparison, the median Anesthesiology program has 4% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 visas.

How many residency positions does University of Minnesota Program offer?

University of Minnesota Program offers 9 first-year Anesthesiology positions, and 9 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is University of Minnesota Program?

University of Minnesota Program received 753 applications and interviewed about 16.9% of applicants. The typical Anesthesiology program interviews about 16.4%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for University of Minnesota Program?

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has University of Minnesota Program's Step 2 CK minimum and score range of interviewed applicants. Unlock the screening details above to see them. Across Anesthesiology programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 253.

Where is University of Minnesota Program located?

University of Minnesota Program is located at 420 Delaware St SE MMC 294 Minneapolis, MN 55455. Its sponsoring institution is University of Minnesota.

Who is the program director of University of Minnesota Program?

The program director is Mojca Remskar. The program coordinator, Chrissy Reding, is the usual contact for application questions.

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