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University of Minnesota Program

Child Neurology residency program in Minneapolis, Minnesota, sponsored by University of Minnesota.

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About University of Minnesota Program

ACGME code
1852600001
Program director
Jessica Goldstein
Location
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
2
First-year spots
Applicants
162
Latest cycle
Interview rate
30.2%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
0%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

University of Minnesota Program is a university Based Child Neurology residency program in Minneapolis, Minnesota, sponsored by University of Minnesota. It offers 2 first-year positions, about the same as the typical Child Neurology program (2).

In the latest application cycle the program received 162 applications and invited about 30.2% of applicants to interview. That is close to the typical Child Neurology interview rate of 33.7%.

None of the program's current residents are international medical graduates (IMGs), while the median Child Neurology program has 17.8%. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 60 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
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
2
Interview rate
30.2%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates83%
  • US DO graduates17%
  • US IMGs0%
  • Non-US IMGs0%

Contact and location

Program director
Jessica Goldstein
Program coordinator
Rossi Cannon
Coordinator phone
(612) 625-0914
Program phone
(612) 301-1454
Sponsoring institution
University of Minnesota

320 Delaware Street Minneapolis, MN 55445 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?

University of Minnesota Program currently has no international medical graduates among its residents. For comparison, the median Child Neurology program has 17.8% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 visas.

How many residency positions does University of Minnesota Program offer?

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

How competitive is University of Minnesota Program?

University of Minnesota Program received 162 applications and interviewed about 30.2% of applicants. The typical Child Neurology program interviews about 33.7%.

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 Child Neurology programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 246.

Where is University of Minnesota Program located?

University of Minnesota Program is located at 320 Delaware Street Minneapolis, MN 55445. Its sponsoring institution is University of Minnesota.

Who is the program director of University of Minnesota Program?

The program director is Jessica Goldstein. The program coordinator, Rossi Cannon, is the usual contact for application questions.

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