Emergency MedicineCommunity-based university affiliatedSponsors J-1

Southern Illinois University School of Medicine Program

Emergency Medicine residency program in Springfield, Illinois, sponsored by Southern Illinois University School of Medicine.

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About Southern Illinois University School of Medicine Program

ACGME code
1101613204
Program director
Robert Tennill
Location
Springfield, Illinois
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
8
First-year spots
IMG residents
13%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

Southern Illinois University School of Medicine Program is a community-based university affiliated Emergency Medicine residency program in Springfield, Illinois, sponsored by Southern Illinois University School of Medicine. It offers 8 first-year positions, lower than the typical Emergency Medicine program (11).

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 13% of current residents, compared with a median of 8% across Emergency Medicine programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 65 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
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries

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Applications and interviews

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

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates52%
  • US DO graduates35%
  • US IMGs9%
  • Non-US IMGs4%

Demographics

  • Women65%
  • Men35%
  • White83%
  • Asian13%
  • Hispanic or Latino4%
  • Other4%

Contact and location

Program director
Robert Tennill
Program coordinator
Tara South
Coordinator phone
(217) 545-3518
Program phone
(217) 545-7409
Sponsoring institution
Southern Illinois University School of Medicine

701 North First Street, Room D220 PO Box 19679 Springfield, IL 62794-9679 Open in Google Maps

Southern Illinois University School of Medicine Program: frequently asked questions

Does Southern Illinois University School of Medicine Program sponsor visas?

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

Is Southern Illinois University School of Medicine Program IMG-friendly?

About 13% of residents at Southern Illinois University School of Medicine Program are international medical graduates, so the program accepts some IMGs. For comparison, the median Emergency Medicine program has 8% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 visas.

How many residency positions does Southern Illinois University School of Medicine Program offer?

Southern Illinois University School of Medicine Program offers 8 first-year Emergency Medicine positions, and 8 were filled in the latest Match.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Southern Illinois University School of Medicine Program?

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has Southern Illinois University School of Medicine Program's Step 2 CK minimum. Unlock the screening details above to see it.

Where is Southern Illinois University School of Medicine Program located?

Southern Illinois University School of Medicine Program is located at 701 North First Street, Room D220 PO Box 19679 Springfield, IL 62794-9679. Its sponsoring institution is Southern Illinois University School of Medicine.

Who is the program director of Southern Illinois University School of Medicine Program?

The program director is Robert Tennill. The program coordinator, Tara South, is the usual contact for application questions.