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Medical College of Georgia Program

Family Medicine residency program in Augusta, Georgia, sponsored by Medical College of Georgia.

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About Medical College of Georgia Program

ACGME code
1201221091
Program director
Jason Lanham
Location
Augusta, Georgia
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
10
First-year spots
Applicants
1,306
Latest cycle
Interview rate
11.9%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
54%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

Medical College of Georgia Program is a university Based Family Medicine residency program in Augusta, Georgia, sponsored by Medical College of Georgia. It offers 10 first-year positions, higher than the typical Family Medicine program (7).

In the latest application cycle the program received 1,306 applications and invited about 11.9% 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 54% of current residents, compared with a median of 22% across Family Medicine programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 62 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
10
Interview rate
11.9%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates26%
  • US DO graduates20%
  • US IMGs14%
  • Non-US IMGs40%

Demographics

  • Women60%
  • Men40%
  • White17%
  • Asian51%
  • Black or African American20%
  • Hispanic or Latino6%
  • Other3%

Contact and location

Program director
Jason Lanham
Program coordinator
Mary Beth Welch
Coordinator phone
(706) 721-0937
Sponsoring institution
Medical College of Georgia

Department of Family Medicine 1120 15th Street, HB3020 Augusta, GA 30912-3500 Open in Google Maps

Medical College of Georgia Program: frequently asked questions

Does Medical College of Georgia Program sponsor visas?

Yes. Medical College of Georgia Program sponsors J-1 visas for residents. Visa policies can change between cycles, so confirm with the program coordinator before you apply.

Is Medical College of Georgia Program IMG-friendly?

About 54% of residents at Medical College of Georgia 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 Medical College of Georgia Program offer?

Medical College of Georgia Program offers 10 first-year Family Medicine positions, and 4 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is Medical College of Georgia Program?

Medical College of Georgia Program received 1,306 applications and interviewed about 11.9% of applicants. The typical Family Medicine program interviews about 21.6%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Medical College of Georgia Program?

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has Medical College of Georgia 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 Medical College of Georgia Program located?

Medical College of Georgia Program is located at Department of Family Medicine 1120 15th Street, HB3020 Augusta, GA 30912-3500. Its sponsoring institution is Medical College of Georgia.

Who is the program director of Medical College of Georgia Program?

The program director is Jason Lanham. The program coordinator, Mary Beth Welch, is the usual contact for application questions.