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Medical University of South Carolina Program

Child Neurology residency program in Charleston, South Carolina, sponsored by Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine.

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About Medical University of South Carolina Program

ACGME code
1854518107
Program director
Kathryn Taylor
Location
Charleston, South Carolina
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
2
First-year spots
Applicants
129
Latest cycle
Interview rate
41.9%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
16.7%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

Medical University of South Carolina Program is a university Based Child Neurology residency program in Charleston, South Carolina, sponsored by Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine. It offers 2 first-year positions, about the same as the typical Child Neurology program (2).

In the latest application cycle the program received 129 applications and invited about 41.9% 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 16.7% 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
  • US clinical experience required
  • Application deadline
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
2
Interview rate
41.9%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates0%
  • US DO graduates83%
  • US IMGs17%
  • Non-US IMGs0%

Contact and location

Program director
Kathryn Taylor
Program coordinator
Rebecca Strickland
Coordinator phone
(843) 792-6004
Program phone
(843) 792-3307
Sponsoring institution
Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine

125 Doughty Street Suite 550, MSC 561 Charleston, SC 29425 Open in Google Maps

Medical University of South Carolina Program: frequently asked questions

Does Medical University of South Carolina Program sponsor visas?

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

Is Medical University of South Carolina Program IMG-friendly?

About 16.7% of residents at Medical University of South Carolina Program are international medical graduates, so the program accepts some IMGs. For comparison, the median Child Neurology program has 17.8% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 visas.

How many residency positions does Medical University of South Carolina Program offer?

Medical University of South Carolina Program offers 2 first-year Child Neurology positions, and 2 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is Medical University of South Carolina Program?

Medical University of South Carolina Program received 129 applications and interviewed about 41.9% of applicants. The typical Child Neurology program interviews about 33.7%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Medical University of South Carolina Program?

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has Medical University of South Carolina 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 Medical University of South Carolina Program located?

Medical University of South Carolina Program is located at 125 Doughty Street Suite 550, MSC 561 Charleston, SC 29425. Its sponsoring institution is Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine.

Who is the program director of Medical University of South Carolina Program?

The program director is Kathryn Taylor. The program coordinator, Rebecca Strickland, is the usual contact for application questions.

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