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Jefferson Health New Jersey Program

Family Medicine residency program in Stratford, New Jersey, sponsored by Jefferson Health New Jersey.

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About Jefferson Health New Jersey Program

ACGME code
1203300004
Program director
Alexander Kowalski
Location
Stratford, New Jersey
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
3
First-year spots
Applicants
2,034
Latest cycle
Interview rate
3.3%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
40%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

Jefferson Health New Jersey Program is a community-based university affiliated Family Medicine residency program in Stratford, New Jersey, sponsored by Jefferson Health New Jersey. It offers 3 first-year positions, lower than the typical Family Medicine program (7).

In the latest application cycle the program received 2,034 applications and invited about 3.3% 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 40% 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 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.

  • Step 2 CK minimum score
  • Step 2 CK scores of interviewed applicants
  • Year of graduation limit
  • Application deadline
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
3
Interview rate
3.3%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates0%
  • US DO graduates60%
  • US IMGs40%
  • Non-US IMGs0%

Contact and location

Program director
Alexander Kowalski
Program coordinator
Shauna Goetz
Coordinator phone
(856) 239-0392
Sponsoring institution
Jefferson Health New Jersey

101 East Laurel Rd Suite B Stratford, NJ 08084 Open in Google Maps

Jefferson Health New Jersey Program: frequently asked questions

Does Jefferson Health New Jersey Program sponsor visas?

Yes. Jefferson Health New Jersey Program sponsors J-1 visas for residents. Visa policies can change between cycles, so confirm with the program coordinator before you apply.

Is Jefferson Health New Jersey Program IMG-friendly?

About 40% of residents at Jefferson Health New Jersey 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 Jefferson Health New Jersey Program offer?

Jefferson Health New Jersey Program offers 3 first-year Family Medicine positions, and 1 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is Jefferson Health New Jersey Program?

Jefferson Health New Jersey Program received 2,034 applications and interviewed about 3.3% of applicants. The typical Family Medicine program interviews about 21.6%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Jefferson Health New Jersey Program?

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has Jefferson Health New Jersey 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 Jefferson Health New Jersey Program located?

Jefferson Health New Jersey Program is located at 101 East Laurel Rd Suite B Stratford, NJ 08084. Its sponsoring institution is Jefferson Health New Jersey.

Who is the program director of Jefferson Health New Jersey Program?

The program director is Alexander Kowalski. The program coordinator, Shauna Goetz, is the usual contact for application questions.