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University of Illinois College of Medicine at Peoria Program

Family Medicine residency program in Peoria, Illinois, sponsored by University of Illinois College of Medicine at Peoria.

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About University of Illinois College of Medicine at Peoria Program

ACGME code
1201611113
Program director
Laura Smith
Location
Peoria, Illinois
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
10
First-year spots
Applicants
526
Latest cycle
Interview rate
36.9%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
30%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
None
For residents

University of Illinois College of Medicine at Peoria Program is a community-based university affiliated Family Medicine residency program in Peoria, Illinois, sponsored by University of Illinois College of Medicine at Peoria. It offers 10 first-year positions, higher than the typical Family Medicine program (7).

In the latest application cycle the program received 526 applications and invited about 36.9% 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 30% 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 70 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
10
Interview rate
36.9%
Letters of recommendation
At least 2
Visa sponsorship
None

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates30%
  • US DO graduates40%
  • US IMGs30%
  • Non-US IMGs0%

Demographics

  • Women63%
  • Men37%
  • White57%
  • Asian27%
  • Black or African American7%
  • Hispanic or Latino10%
  • Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander3%

Contact and location

Program director
Laura Smith
Program coordinator
Kimmi Walker
Coordinator phone
(309) 672-4986
Sponsoring institution
University of Illinois College of Medicine at Peoria

Methodist Medical Center of Illinois Family Medical Center 815 Main Street, Suite C Peoria, IL 61602 Open in Google Maps

University of Illinois College of Medicine at Peoria Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of Illinois College of Medicine at Peoria Program sponsor visas?

University of Illinois College of Medicine at Peoria 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 Illinois College of Medicine at Peoria Program IMG-friendly?

About 30% of residents at University of Illinois College of Medicine at Peoria 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 Illinois College of Medicine at Peoria Program offer?

University of Illinois College of Medicine at Peoria Program offers 10 first-year Family Medicine positions, and 10 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is University of Illinois College of Medicine at Peoria Program?

University of Illinois College of Medicine at Peoria Program received 526 applications and interviewed about 36.9% of applicants. The typical Family Medicine program interviews about 21.6%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for University of Illinois College of Medicine at Peoria 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 Illinois College of Medicine at Peoria 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 Illinois College of Medicine at Peoria Program located?

University of Illinois College of Medicine at Peoria Program is located at Methodist Medical Center of Illinois Family Medical Center 815 Main Street, Suite C Peoria, IL 61602. Its sponsoring institution is University of Illinois College of Medicine at Peoria.

Who is the program director of University of Illinois College of Medicine at Peoria Program?

The program director is Laura Smith. The program coordinator, Kimmi Walker, is the usual contact for application questions.