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Southern Illinois University Program

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

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About Southern Illinois University Program

ACGME code
1201621117
Program director
Nichole Mirocha
Location
Springfield, Illinois
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
10
First-year spots
Applicants
1,246
Latest cycle
Interview rate
9.3%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
57%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

Southern Illinois University Program is a community-based university affiliated Family Medicine residency program in Springfield, Illinois, sponsored by Southern Illinois University School of Medicine. It offers 10 first-year positions, higher than the typical Family Medicine program (7).

In the latest application cycle the program received 1,246 applications and invited about 9.3% 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 57% 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 hospitalist, 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
  • 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
9.3%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates29%
  • US DO graduates14%
  • US IMGs18%
  • Non-US IMGs39%

Demographics

  • Women57%
  • Men43%
  • White39%
  • Asian43%
  • Black or African American4%
  • Hispanic or Latino11%
  • Other11%

Contact and location

Program director
Nichole Mirocha
Program coordinator
Michelle Banfield
Coordinator phone
(217) 757-8197
Program phone
(217) 757-8137
Sponsoring institution
Southern Illinois University School of Medicine

520 N 4th Street PO Box 19670 Springfield, IL 62794 Open in Google Maps

Southern Illinois University Program: frequently asked questions

Does Southern Illinois University Program sponsor visas?

Yes. Southern Illinois University 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 Program IMG-friendly?

About 57% of residents at Southern Illinois University 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 Program offer?

Southern Illinois University Program offers 10 first-year Family Medicine positions, and 10 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is Southern Illinois University Program?

Southern Illinois University Program received 1,246 applications and interviewed about 9.3% of applicants. The typical Family Medicine program interviews about 21.6%.

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

Southern Illinois University Program is located at 520 N 4th Street PO Box 19670 Springfield, IL 62794. Its sponsoring institution is Southern Illinois University School of Medicine.

Who is the program director of Southern Illinois University Program?

The program director is Nichole Mirocha. The program coordinator, Michelle Banfield, is the usual contact for application questions.