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University of Alabama-Tuscaloosa Program

Family Medicine residency program in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, sponsored by University of Alabama-Tuscaloosa.

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About University of Alabama-Tuscaloosa Program

ACGME code
1200121027
Program director
Tamer Elsayed
Location
Tuscaloosa, Alabama
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
17
First-year spots
Applicants
1,123
Latest cycle
Interview rate
15.2%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
34%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

University of Alabama-Tuscaloosa Program is a community-based university affiliated Family Medicine residency program in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, sponsored by University of Alabama-Tuscaloosa. It offers 17 first-year positions, higher than the typical Family Medicine program (7).

In the latest application cycle the program received 1,123 applications and invited about 15.2% 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 34% 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 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
17
Interview rate
15.2%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates38%
  • US DO graduates28%
  • US IMGs19%
  • Non-US IMGs15%

Demographics

  • Women53%
  • Men45%
  • White53%
  • Asian23%
  • Black or African American15%
  • Hispanic or Latino4%
  • Other6%

Contact and location

Program director
Tamer Elsayed
Program coordinator
Alison Adams
Coordinator phone
(205) 348-1370
Program phone
(205) 348-1373
Sponsoring institution
University of Alabama-Tuscaloosa

850 Peter Bryce Blvd. Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 Open in Google Maps

University of Alabama-Tuscaloosa Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of Alabama-Tuscaloosa Program sponsor visas?

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

Is University of Alabama-Tuscaloosa Program IMG-friendly?

About 34% of residents at University of Alabama-Tuscaloosa 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 University of Alabama-Tuscaloosa Program offer?

University of Alabama-Tuscaloosa Program offers 17 first-year Family Medicine positions, and 16 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is University of Alabama-Tuscaloosa Program?

University of Alabama-Tuscaloosa Program received 1,123 applications and interviewed about 15.2% of applicants. The typical Family Medicine program interviews about 21.6%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for University of Alabama-Tuscaloosa Program?

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has University of Alabama-Tuscaloosa 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 University of Alabama-Tuscaloosa Program located?

University of Alabama-Tuscaloosa Program is located at 850 Peter Bryce Blvd. Tuscaloosa, AL 35401. Its sponsoring institution is University of Alabama-Tuscaloosa.

Who is the program director of University of Alabama-Tuscaloosa Program?

The program director is Tamer Elsayed. The program coordinator, Alison Adams, is the usual contact for application questions.