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University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Regional Centers Program

Family Medicine residency program in EL DORADO, Arkansas, sponsored by University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Regional Centers.

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About University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Regional Centers Program

ACGME code
1200400006
Program director
Donya Watson
Location
EL DORADO, Arkansas
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
4
First-year spots
Applicants
342
Latest cycle
Interview rate
14%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
75%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
None
For residents

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Regional Centers Program is a community-based university affiliated Family Medicine residency program in EL DORADO, Arkansas, sponsored by University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Regional Centers. It offers 4 first-year positions, lower than the typical Family Medicine program (7).

In the latest application cycle the program received 342 applications and invited about 14% 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 75% of current residents, compared with a median of 22% across Family Medicine programs. The program does not report sponsoring J-1 or H-1B visas.

Residents work about 50 hours a week in their first year. The program offers primary care, rural 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 scores of interviewed applicants
  • Year of graduation limit
  • US clinical experience required
  • Application deadline
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
4
Interview rate
14%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
None

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates25%
  • US DO graduates0%
  • US IMGs75%
  • Non-US IMGs0%

Contact and location

Program director
Donya Watson
Program coordinator
Janie Ward
Coordinator phone
(870) 639-9939
Sponsoring institution
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Regional Centers

620 W Grove Street Suite 202 EL DORADO, AR 71730 Open in Google Maps

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Regional Centers Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Regional Centers Program sponsor visas?

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Regional Centers Program does not report sponsoring J-1 or H-1B visas. International applicants who need a visa should confirm with the program before applying.

Is University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Regional Centers Program IMG-friendly?

About 75% of residents at University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Regional Centers Program are international medical graduates, so the program is considered IMG-friendly. For comparison, the median Family Medicine program has 22% IMG residents.

How many residency positions does University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Regional Centers Program offer?

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Regional Centers Program offers 4 first-year Family Medicine positions, and 1 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Regional Centers Program?

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Regional Centers Program received 342 applications and interviewed about 14% of applicants. The typical Family Medicine program interviews about 21.6%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Regional Centers 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 Arkansas for Medical Sciences Regional Centers Program's Step 2 CK score range of interviewed applicants. 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 University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Regional Centers Program located?

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Regional Centers Program is located at 620 W Grove Street Suite 202 EL DORADO, AR 71730. Its sponsoring institution is University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Regional Centers.

Who is the program director of University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Regional Centers Program?

The program director is Donya Watson. The program coordinator, Janie Ward, is the usual contact for application questions.