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University of Louisville School of Medicine (Owensboro) Program

Family Medicine residency program in Owensboro, Kentucky, sponsored by University of Louisville School of Medicine.

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About University of Louisville School of Medicine (Owensboro) Program

ACGME code
1202000669
Program director
Darby Cole
Location
Owensboro, Kentucky
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
6
First-year spots
Applicants
244
Latest cycle
Interview rate
42.2%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
35%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
None
For residents

University of Louisville School of Medicine (Owensboro) Program is a community-based university affiliated Family Medicine residency program in Owensboro, Kentucky, sponsored by University of Louisville School of Medicine. It offers 6 first-year positions, lower than the typical Family Medicine program (7).

In the latest application cycle the program received 244 applications and invited about 42.2% 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 35% 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 56 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
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
6
Interview rate
42.2%
Letters of recommendation
At least 2
Visa sponsorship
None

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates35%
  • US DO graduates29%
  • US IMGs35%
  • Non-US IMGs0%

Demographics

  • Women47%
  • Men53%
  • White76%
  • Asian18%
  • Black or African American6%
  • Other12%

Contact and location

Program director
Darby Cole
Program coordinator
Michelle Hayden
Coordinator phone
(270) 688-1228
Program phone
(270) 688-2077
Sponsoring institution
University of Louisville School of Medicine

811 E. Parrish Avenue, Suite 102 Owensboro, KY 42303 Open in Google Maps

University of Louisville School of Medicine (Owensboro) Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of Louisville School of Medicine (Owensboro) Program sponsor visas?

University of Louisville School of Medicine (Owensboro) 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 Louisville School of Medicine (Owensboro) Program IMG-friendly?

About 35% of residents at University of Louisville School of Medicine (Owensboro) 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 Louisville School of Medicine (Owensboro) Program offer?

University of Louisville School of Medicine (Owensboro) Program offers 6 first-year Family Medicine positions, and 3 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is University of Louisville School of Medicine (Owensboro) Program?

University of Louisville School of Medicine (Owensboro) Program received 244 applications and interviewed about 42.2% of applicants. The typical Family Medicine program interviews about 21.6%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for University of Louisville School of Medicine (Owensboro) 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 Louisville School of Medicine (Owensboro) 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 Louisville School of Medicine (Owensboro) Program located?

University of Louisville School of Medicine (Owensboro) Program is located at 811 E. Parrish Avenue, Suite 102 Owensboro, KY 42303. Its sponsoring institution is University of Louisville School of Medicine.

Who is the program director of University of Louisville School of Medicine (Owensboro) Program?

The program director is Darby Cole. The program coordinator, Michelle Hayden, is the usual contact for application questions.