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Southern Illinois University (Alton) Program

Family Medicine residency program in Alton, Illinois, sponsored by Southern Illinois University School of Medicine.

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About Southern Illinois University (Alton) Program

ACGME code
1201600712
Program director
Mary Hoffman
Location
Alton, Illinois
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
6
First-year spots
Applicants
1,289
Latest cycle
Interview rate
10.3%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
78%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

Southern Illinois University (Alton) Program is a community-based university affiliated Family Medicine residency program in Alton, Illinois, sponsored by Southern Illinois University School of Medicine. It offers 6 first-year positions, lower than the typical Family Medicine program (7).

In the latest application cycle the program received 1,289 applications and invited about 10.3% 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 78% of current residents, compared with a median of 22% across Family Medicine programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 50 hours a week in their first year. The program offers women's health 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
  • Residents' medical schools and countries
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
6
Interview rate
10.3%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates17%
  • US DO graduates6%
  • US IMGs39%
  • Non-US IMGs39%

Demographics

  • Women56%
  • Men44%
  • White6%
  • Asian33%
  • Black or African American39%
  • Hispanic or Latino11%
  • Other6%

Contact and location

Program director
Mary Hoffman
Program coordinator
Cathy Jung
Coordinator phone
(618) 468-1555
Sponsoring institution
Southern Illinois University School of Medicine

4 Memorial Drive Bldg. B, Suite 115 Alton, IL 62002 Open in Google Maps

Southern Illinois University (Alton) Program: frequently asked questions

Does Southern Illinois University (Alton) Program sponsor visas?

Yes. Southern Illinois University (Alton) 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 (Alton) Program IMG-friendly?

About 78% of residents at Southern Illinois University (Alton) 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 Southern Illinois University (Alton) Program offer?

Southern Illinois University (Alton) Program offers 6 first-year Family Medicine positions, and 6 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is Southern Illinois University (Alton) Program?

Southern Illinois University (Alton) Program received 1,289 applications and interviewed about 10.3% of applicants. The typical Family Medicine program interviews about 21.6%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Southern Illinois University (Alton) 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 (Alton) 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 Southern Illinois University (Alton) Program located?

Southern Illinois University (Alton) Program is located at 4 Memorial Drive Bldg. B, Suite 115 Alton, IL 62002. Its sponsoring institution is Southern Illinois University School of Medicine.

Who is the program director of Southern Illinois University (Alton) Program?

The program director is Mary Hoffman. The program coordinator, Cathy Jung, is the usual contact for application questions.