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University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Regional Centers (Texarkana) Program

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

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

ACGME code
1200421527
Program director
Matthew Nix
Location
Texarkana, Arkansas
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
8
First-year spots
Applicants
459
Latest cycle
Interview rate
26.6%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
48%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
None
For residents

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Regional Centers (Texarkana) Program is a community-based university affiliated Family Medicine residency program in Texarkana, Arkansas, sponsored by University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Regional Centers. It offers 8 first-year positions, higher than the typical Family Medicine program (7).

In the latest application cycle the program received 459 applications and invited about 26.6% of applicants to interview. That is a higher interview rate than most Family Medicine programs, which interview about 21.6% of applicants.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 48% 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.

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
8
Interview rate
26.6%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
None

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates13%
  • US DO graduates39%
  • US IMGs48%
  • Non-US IMGs0%

Demographics

  • Women35%
  • Men65%
  • White52%
  • Asian35%
  • Black or African American22%
  • Hispanic or Latino4%

Contact and location

Program director
Matthew Nix
Program coordinator
Robin Dempsey
Coordinator phone
(870) 779-6064
Program phone
(870) 779-6092
Sponsoring institution
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Regional Centers

UAMS Southwest Family Medicine Residency 3417 U of A Way Texarkana, AR 71854 Open in Google Maps

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

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

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

About 48% of residents at University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Regional Centers (Texarkana) 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 (Texarkana) Program offer?

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Regional Centers (Texarkana) Program offers 8 first-year Family Medicine positions, and 7 were filled in the latest Match.

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

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Regional Centers (Texarkana) Program received 459 applications and interviewed about 26.6% 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 (Texarkana) 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 (Texarkana) 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 (Texarkana) Program located?

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Regional Centers (Texarkana) Program is located at UAMS Southwest Family Medicine Residency 3417 U of A Way Texarkana, AR 71854. 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 (Texarkana) Program?

The program director is Matthew Nix. The program coordinator, Robin Dempsey, is the usual contact for application questions.