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University of Illinois College of Medicine at Rockford Program

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

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About University of Illinois College of Medicine at Rockford Program

ACGME code
1201631115
Program director
Rhonda Verzal
Location
Rockford, Illinois
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
9
First-year spots
Applicants
996
Latest cycle
Interview rate
12.6%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
50%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

University of Illinois College of Medicine at Rockford Program is a community-based university affiliated Family Medicine residency program in Rockford, Illinois, sponsored by University of Illinois College of Medicine at Rockford. It offers 9 first-year positions, higher than the typical Family Medicine program (7).

In the latest application cycle the program received 996 applications and invited about 12.6% 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 50% of current residents, compared with a median of 22% across Family Medicine programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 65 hours a week in their first year. The program offers women's health 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
12.6%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates38%
  • US DO graduates13%
  • US IMGs17%
  • Non-US IMGs33%

Demographics

  • Women75%
  • Men25%
  • White42%
  • Asian33%
  • Hispanic or Latino4%

Contact and location

Program director
Rhonda Verzal
Program coordinator
Betheny Kopera
Coordinator phone
(815) 972-1037
Program phone
(815) 972-1000
Sponsoring institution
University of Illinois College of Medicine at Rockford

1221 East State Street Rockford, IL 61104 Open in Google Maps

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

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

Yes. University of Illinois College of Medicine at Rockford 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 Illinois College of Medicine at Rockford Program IMG-friendly?

About 50% of residents at University of Illinois College of Medicine at Rockford 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 Illinois College of Medicine at Rockford Program offer?

University of Illinois College of Medicine at Rockford Program offers 9 first-year Family Medicine positions, and 9 were filled in the latest Match.

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

University of Illinois College of Medicine at Rockford Program received 996 applications and interviewed about 12.6% 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 Rockford 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 Rockford 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 Rockford Program located?

University of Illinois College of Medicine at Rockford Program is located at 1221 East State Street Rockford, IL 61104. Its sponsoring institution is University of Illinois College of Medicine at Rockford.

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

The program director is Rhonda Verzal. The program coordinator, Betheny Kopera, is the usual contact for application questions.