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Southern Illinois University (Carbondale) Program

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

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About Southern Illinois University (Carbondale) Program

ACGME code
1201611099
Program director
Andrew Yochum
Location
Carbondale, Illinois
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
6
First-year spots
Applicants
904
Latest cycle
IMG residents
78%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

Southern Illinois University (Carbondale) Program is a community-based university affiliated Family Medicine residency program in Carbondale, 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 904 applications.

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 65 hours a week in their first year.

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
  • Year of graduation limit
  • US clinical experience required
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
6
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates17%
  • US DO graduates6%
  • US IMGs50%
  • Non-US IMGs28%

Demographics

  • Women44%
  • Men56%
  • White33%
  • Asian33%
  • Black or African American28%
  • Hispanic or Latino6%
  • Other6%

Contact and location

Program director
Andrew Yochum
Program coordinator
Elizabeth Miller
Coordinator phone
(618) 536-0221
Program phone
(618) 536-6621
Sponsoring institution
Southern Illinois University School of Medicine

SIU Family Medicine 300 West Oak, Suite 200 Carbondale, IL 62901 Open in Google Maps

Southern Illinois University (Carbondale) Program: frequently asked questions

Does Southern Illinois University (Carbondale) Program sponsor visas?

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

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

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

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Southern Illinois University (Carbondale) 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 (Carbondale) Program's Step 2 CK minimum. Unlock the screening details above to see it. Across Family Medicine programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 237.

Where is Southern Illinois University (Carbondale) Program located?

Southern Illinois University (Carbondale) Program is located at SIU Family Medicine 300 West Oak, Suite 200 Carbondale, IL 62901. Its sponsoring institution is Southern Illinois University School of Medicine.

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

The program director is Andrew Yochum. The program coordinator, Elizabeth Miller, is the usual contact for application questions.