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Central Michigan University College of Medicine/CMU Medical Education Partners Program Family Medicine Residency

Family Medicine residency program in Saginaw, Michigan, sponsored by Central Michigan University College of Medicine/CMU Medical Education Partners.

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About Central Michigan University College of Medicine/CMU Medical Education Partners Program

ACGME code
1202531174
Program director
Amandeep Dhaliwal
Location
Saginaw, Michigan
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
9
First-year spots
Applicants
1,636
Latest cycle
Interview rate
8.6%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
66%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

Central Michigan University College of Medicine/CMU Medical Education Partners Program is a community-based university affiliated Family Medicine residency program in Saginaw, Michigan, sponsored by Central Michigan University College of Medicine/CMU Medical Education Partners. It offers 9 first-year positions, higher than the typical Family Medicine program (7).

In the latest application cycle the program received 1,636 applications and invited about 8.6% of applicants to interview. That makes it more selective than most Family Medicine programs, which interview about 21.6% of applicants.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 66% of current residents, compared with a median of 22% across Family Medicine programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 60 hours a week in their first year. The program offers hospitalist, primary care and rural tracks.

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
  • US clinical experience required
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
9
Interview rate
8.6%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates15%
  • US DO graduates19%
  • US IMGs31%
  • Non-US IMGs35%

Demographics

  • Women46%
  • Men54%
  • White38%
  • Asian38%
  • Black or African American15%
  • Other8%

Contact and location

Program director
Amandeep Dhaliwal
Program coordinator
Cindy Letzkus
Coordinator phone
(989) 583-7918
Program phone
(989) 746-7833
Sponsoring institution
Central Michigan University College of Medicine/CMU Medical Education Partners

1000 Houghton Avenue Saginaw, MI 48602 Open in Google Maps

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Central Michigan University College of Medicine/CMU Medical Education Partners Program: frequently asked questions

Does Central Michigan University College of Medicine/CMU Medical Education Partners Program sponsor visas?

Yes. Central Michigan University College of Medicine/CMU Medical Education Partners Program sponsors J-1 visas for residents. Visa policies can change between cycles, so confirm with the program coordinator before you apply.

Is Central Michigan University College of Medicine/CMU Medical Education Partners Program IMG-friendly?

About 66% of residents at Central Michigan University College of Medicine/CMU Medical Education Partners Program are international medical graduates, so the program is considered IMG-friendly. For comparison, the median Family Medicine program has 22% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 visas.

How many residency positions does Central Michigan University College of Medicine/CMU Medical Education Partners Program offer?

Central Michigan University College of Medicine/CMU Medical Education Partners Program offers 9 first-year Family Medicine positions, and 7 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is Central Michigan University College of Medicine/CMU Medical Education Partners Program?

Central Michigan University College of Medicine/CMU Medical Education Partners Program received 1,636 applications and interviewed about 8.6% of applicants. The typical Family Medicine program interviews about 21.6%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Central Michigan University College of Medicine/CMU Medical Education Partners Program?

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has Central Michigan University College of Medicine/CMU Medical Education Partners Program's Step 2 CK minimum and score range of interviewed applicants. Unlock the screening details above to see them. Across Family Medicine programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 237.

Where is Central Michigan University College of Medicine/CMU Medical Education Partners Program located?

Central Michigan University College of Medicine/CMU Medical Education Partners Program is located at 1000 Houghton Avenue Saginaw, MI 48602. Its sponsoring institution is Central Michigan University College of Medicine/CMU Medical Education Partners.

Who is the program director of Central Michigan University College of Medicine/CMU Medical Education Partners Program?

The program director is Amandeep Dhaliwal. The program coordinator, Cindy Letzkus, is the usual contact for application questions.