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University of Minnesota/CentraCare St. Cloud Program

Family Medicine residency program in St Cloud, Minnesota, sponsored by University of Minnesota.

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About University of Minnesota/CentraCare St. Cloud Program

ACGME code
1202621586
Program director
Thomas Satre
Location
St Cloud, Minnesota
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
6
First-year spots
Applicants
462
Latest cycle
Interview rate
28.8%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
45%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
None
For residents

University of Minnesota/CentraCare St. Cloud Program is a community-based university affiliated Family Medicine residency program in St Cloud, Minnesota, sponsored by University of Minnesota. It offers 6 first-year positions, lower than the typical Family Medicine program (7).

In the latest application cycle the program received 462 applications and invited about 28.8% 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 45% 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. The program offers primary care, rural 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
  • US clinical experience required
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
6
Interview rate
28.8%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
None

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates39%
  • US DO graduates17%
  • US IMGs39%
  • Non-US IMGs6%

Demographics

  • Women67%
  • Men33%
  • White72%
  • Asian17%
  • Black or African American6%
  • Hispanic or Latino6%
  • American Indian or Alaska Native6%

Contact and location

Program director
Thomas Satre
Program coordinator
Harriet Sands
Coordinator phone
(612) 626-4490
Program phone
(320) 240-3112
Sponsoring institution
University of Minnesota

CentraCare Family Health Clinic 1555 Northway Dr, Suite 200 St Cloud, MN 56303 Open in Google Maps

University of Minnesota/CentraCare St. Cloud Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of Minnesota/CentraCare St. Cloud Program sponsor visas?

University of Minnesota/CentraCare St. Cloud 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 Minnesota/CentraCare St. Cloud Program IMG-friendly?

About 45% of residents at University of Minnesota/CentraCare St. Cloud 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 Minnesota/CentraCare St. Cloud Program offer?

University of Minnesota/CentraCare St. Cloud Program offers 6 first-year Family Medicine positions, and 6 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is University of Minnesota/CentraCare St. Cloud Program?

University of Minnesota/CentraCare St. Cloud Program received 462 applications and interviewed about 28.8% of applicants. The typical Family Medicine program interviews about 21.6%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for University of Minnesota/CentraCare St. Cloud 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 Minnesota/CentraCare St. Cloud 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 Minnesota/CentraCare St. Cloud Program located?

University of Minnesota/CentraCare St. Cloud Program is located at CentraCare Family Health Clinic 1555 Northway Dr, Suite 200 St Cloud, MN 56303. Its sponsoring institution is University of Minnesota.

Who is the program director of University of Minnesota/CentraCare St. Cloud Program?

The program director is Thomas Satre. The program coordinator, Harriet Sands, is the usual contact for application questions.