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Univ of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences Rural Program

Family Medicine residency program in Minot, North Dakota, sponsored by Univ of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences.

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About Univ of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences Rural Program

ACGME code
1203700682
Program director
Peter Sandroni
Location
Minot, North Dakota
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
2
First-year spots
Applicants
471
Latest cycle
IMG residents
100%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

Univ of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences Rural Program is a community-based university affiliated Family Medicine residency program in Minot, North Dakota, sponsored by Univ of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences. It offers 2 first-year positions, lower than the typical Family Medicine program (7).

In the latest application cycle the program received 471 applications.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 100% 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.

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

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
2
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Contact and location

Program director
Peter Sandroni
Program coordinator
Karen Rude
Coordinator phone
(701) 858-6750
Program phone
(701) 858-6700
Sponsoring institution
Univ of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences

Center for Family Medicine - Minot 1201 11th Ave SW Minot, ND 58701 Open in Google Maps

Univ of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences Rural Program: frequently asked questions

Does Univ of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences Rural Program sponsor visas?

Yes. Univ of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences Rural Program sponsors J-1 visas for residents. Visa policies can change between cycles, so confirm with the program coordinator before you apply.

Is Univ of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences Rural Program IMG-friendly?

About 100% of residents at Univ of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences Rural 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 Univ of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences Rural Program offer?

Univ of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences Rural Program offers 2 first-year Family Medicine positions, and 1 were filled in the latest Match.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Univ of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences Rural Program?

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has Univ of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences Rural 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 Univ of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences Rural Program located?

Univ of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences Rural Program is located at Center for Family Medicine - Minot 1201 11th Ave SW Minot, ND 58701. Its sponsoring institution is Univ of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences.

Who is the program director of Univ of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences Rural Program?

The program director is Peter Sandroni. The program coordinator, Karen Rude, is the usual contact for application questions.