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Medical University of South Carolina Program

Dermatology 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
0804521099
Program director
Richard Marchell
Location
Charleston, South Carolina
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
8
First-year spots
Applicants
452
Latest cycle
IMG residents
6%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

Medical University of South Carolina Program is a university Based Dermatology residency program in Charleston, South Carolina, sponsored by Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine. It offers 8 first-year positions, higher than the typical Dermatology program (4).

In the latest application cycle the program received 452 applications.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 6% of current residents, compared with a median of 0% across Dermatology programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 45 hours a week in their first year. The program offers primary care 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.

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
8
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates94%
  • US DO graduates0%
  • US IMGs0%
  • Non-US IMGs6%

Demographics

  • Women69%
  • Men31%
  • White75%
  • Asian25%
  • Other6%

Contact and location

Program director
Richard Marchell
Program coordinator
Mark Lynch
Coordinator phone
(843) 876-5074
Program phone
(843) 792-9784
Sponsoring institution
Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine

135 Rutledge Avenue, 11th Floor MSC 578 Charleston, SC 29425-5780 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 6% of residents at Medical University of South Carolina Program are international medical graduates, so the program accepts some IMGs. For comparison, the median Dermatology program has 0% 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 8 first-year Dermatology positions, and 8 were filled in the latest Match.

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. Medical University of South Carolina Program does not publish a Step 2 CK minimum, so compare your score with the specialty overall. Across Dermatology programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 259.

Where is Medical University of South Carolina Program located?

Medical University of South Carolina Program is located at 135 Rutledge Avenue, 11th Floor MSC 578 Charleston, SC 29425-5780. 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 Richard Marchell. The program coordinator, Mark Lynch, is the usual contact for application questions.