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Corewell Health – Grand Rapids/Michigan State University Program

Child Neurology residency program in Grand Rapids, Michigan, sponsored by Corewell Health – Grand Rapids/Michigan State University.

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About Corewell Health – Grand Rapids/Michigan State University Program

ACGME code
1852500053
Program director
Steven DeRoos
Location
Grand Rapids, Michigan
Data updated
October 3, 2026
Positions
2
First-year spots
Applicants
139
Latest cycle
Interview rate
38.8%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
66.7%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

Corewell Health – Grand Rapids/Michigan State University Program is a community-based university affiliated Child Neurology residency program in Grand Rapids, Michigan, sponsored by Corewell Health – Grand Rapids/Michigan State University. It offers 2 first-year positions, about the same as the typical Child Neurology program (2).

In the latest application cycle the program received 139 applications and invited about 38.8% of applicants to interview. That is a higher interview rate than most Child Neurology programs, which interview about 33.7% of applicants.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 66.7% of current residents, compared with a median of 17.8% across Child Neurology programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 60 hours a week in their first year.

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
  • Year of graduation limit
  • Application deadline
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
2
Interview rate
38.8%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates33%
  • US DO graduates0%
  • US IMGs33%
  • Non-US IMGs33%

Contact and location

Program director
Steven DeRoos
Program coordinator
Andrea Prins
Coordinator phone
(616) 267-1719
Program phone
(616) 267-2807
Sponsoring institution
Corewell Health – Grand Rapids/Michigan State University

100 Michigan St NE BW A Level A601 MC188 Grand Rapids, MI 49503 Open in Google Maps

Corewell Health – Grand Rapids/Michigan State University Program: frequently asked questions

Does Corewell Health – Grand Rapids/Michigan State University Program sponsor visas?

Yes. Corewell Health – Grand Rapids/Michigan State University Program sponsors J-1 visas for residents. Visa policies can change between cycles, so confirm with the program coordinator before you apply.

Is Corewell Health – Grand Rapids/Michigan State University Program IMG-friendly?

About 66.7% of residents at Corewell Health – Grand Rapids/Michigan State University Program are international medical graduates, so the program is considered IMG-friendly. For comparison, the median Child Neurology program has 17.8% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 visas.

How many residency positions does Corewell Health – Grand Rapids/Michigan State University Program offer?

Corewell Health – Grand Rapids/Michigan State University Program offers 2 first-year Child Neurology positions, and 2 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is Corewell Health – Grand Rapids/Michigan State University Program?

Corewell Health – Grand Rapids/Michigan State University Program received 139 applications and interviewed about 38.8% of applicants. The typical Child Neurology program interviews about 33.7%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Corewell Health – Grand Rapids/Michigan State University Program?

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has Corewell Health – Grand Rapids/Michigan State University Program's Step 2 CK minimum and score range of interviewed applicants. Unlock the screening details above to see them. Across Child Neurology programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 246.

Where is Corewell Health – Grand Rapids/Michigan State University Program located?

Corewell Health – Grand Rapids/Michigan State University Program is located at 100 Michigan St NE BW A Level A601 MC188 Grand Rapids, MI 49503. Its sponsoring institution is Corewell Health – Grand Rapids/Michigan State University.

Who is the program director of Corewell Health – Grand Rapids/Michigan State University Program?

The program director is Steven DeRoos. The program coordinator, Andrea Prins, is the usual contact for application questions.

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