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University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Regional Centers (South Central) Program

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

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About University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Regional Centers (South Central) Program

ACGME code
1200411037
Program director
Toni Middleton Rasberry
Location
Pine Bluff, Arkansas
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
9
First-year spots
Applicants
498
Latest cycle
Interview rate
18.5%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
92%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
None
For residents

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Regional Centers (South Central) Program is a community-based university affiliated Family Medicine residency program in Pine Bluff, Arkansas, sponsored by University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Regional Centers. It offers 9 first-year positions, higher than the typical Family Medicine program (7).

In the latest application cycle the program received 498 applications and invited about 18.5% of applicants to interview. That is close to the typical Family Medicine interview rate of 21.6%.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 92% 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 55 hours a week in their first year. The program offers primary care track.

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
9
Interview rate
18.5%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
None

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates8%
  • US DO graduates0%
  • US IMGs77%
  • Non-US IMGs15%

Demographics

  • Women54%
  • Men46%
  • White19%
  • Asian12%
  • Black or African American54%
  • Other12%

Contact and location

Program director
Toni Middleton Rasberry
Program coordinator
Summer Jamison
Coordinator phone
(870) 541-6010
Program phone
(879) 541-6010
Sponsoring institution
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Regional Centers

UAMS South Central Family Medicine Residency 1601 West 40th Ave Pine Bluff, AR 71603 Open in Google Maps

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Regional Centers (South Central) Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Regional Centers (South Central) Program sponsor visas?

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Regional Centers (South Central) 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 (South Central) Program IMG-friendly?

About 92% of residents at University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Regional Centers (South Central) 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 (South Central) Program offer?

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Regional Centers (South Central) Program offers 9 first-year Family Medicine positions, and 9 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Regional Centers (South Central) Program?

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Regional Centers (South Central) Program received 498 applications and interviewed about 18.5% 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 (South Central) 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 (South Central) 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 Arkansas for Medical Sciences Regional Centers (South Central) Program located?

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Regional Centers (South Central) Program is located at UAMS South Central Family Medicine Residency 1601 West 40th Ave Pine Bluff, AR 71603. 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 (South Central) Program?

The program director is Toni Middleton Rasberry. The program coordinator, Summer Jamison, is the usual contact for application questions.