Family MedicineCommunity-based university affiliatedSponsors J-1

Novant Health Program

Family Medicine residency program in Cornelius, North Carolina, sponsored by Novant Health.

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About Novant Health Program

ACGME code
1203600666
Program director
Mark Higdon
Location
Cornelius, North Carolina
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
6
First-year spots
Applicants
304
Latest cycle
Interview rate
36.5%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
6%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

Novant Health Program is a community-based university affiliated Family Medicine residency program in Cornelius, North Carolina, sponsored by Novant Health. It offers 6 first-year positions, lower than the typical Family Medicine program (7).

In the latest application cycle the program received 304 applications and invited about 36.5% of applicants to interview. That is a higher interview rate than most Family Medicine programs, which interview about 21.6% of applicants.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 6% 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 and women's health 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
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
6
Interview rate
36.5%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates22%
  • US DO graduates72%
  • US IMGs6%
  • Non-US IMGs0%

Demographics

  • Women67%
  • Men33%
  • White50%
  • Asian28%
  • Black or African American11%
  • Hispanic or Latino17%

Contact and location

Program director
Mark Higdon
Program coordinator
Cynthia Profera
Coordinator phone
(704) 316-1847
Program phone
(704) 316-5136
Sponsoring institution
Novant Health

19475 Old Jetton Road Suite 200 Cornelius, NC 28031 Open in Google Maps

Novant Health Program: frequently asked questions

Does Novant Health Program sponsor visas?

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

Is Novant Health Program IMG-friendly?

About 6% of residents at Novant Health Program are international medical graduates, so the program accepts some IMGs. For comparison, the median Family Medicine program has 22% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 visas.

How many residency positions does Novant Health Program offer?

Novant Health Program offers 6 first-year Family Medicine positions, and 6 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is Novant Health Program?

Novant Health Program received 304 applications and interviewed about 36.5% of applicants. The typical Family Medicine program interviews about 21.6%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Novant Health Program?

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

Novant Health Program is located at 19475 Old Jetton Road Suite 200 Cornelius, NC 28031. Its sponsoring institution is Novant Health.

Who is the program director of Novant Health Program?

The program director is Mark Higdon. The program coordinator, Cynthia Profera, is the usual contact for application questions.