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University of Minnesota/Grand Itasca Clinic and Hospital Program

Family Medicine residency program in Grand Rapids, Minnesota, sponsored by University of Minnesota.

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About University of Minnesota/Grand Itasca Clinic and Hospital Program

ACGME code
1202600002
Program director
Timothy Pehl
Location
Grand Rapids, Minnesota
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
2
First-year spots
Applicants
278
Latest cycle
IMG residents
0%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
None
For residents

University of Minnesota/Grand Itasca Clinic and Hospital Program is a community-based university affiliated Family Medicine residency program in Grand Rapids, Minnesota, sponsored by University of Minnesota. It offers 2 first-year positions, lower than the typical Family Medicine program (7).

In the latest application cycle the program received 278 applications.

None of the program's current residents are international medical graduates (IMGs), while the median Family Medicine program has 22%. 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 and rural 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
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
2
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
None

Contact and location

Program director
Timothy Pehl
Program coordinator
Melissa Stevens
Coordinator phone
(612) 625-8352
Program phone
(218) 999-1139
Sponsoring institution
University of Minnesota

1601 Golf Course Rd. Grand Rapids, MN 55744 Open in Google Maps

University of Minnesota/Grand Itasca Clinic and Hospital Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of Minnesota/Grand Itasca Clinic and Hospital Program sponsor visas?

University of Minnesota/Grand Itasca Clinic and Hospital 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/Grand Itasca Clinic and Hospital Program IMG-friendly?

University of Minnesota/Grand Itasca Clinic and Hospital Program currently has no international medical graduates among its residents. For comparison, the median Family Medicine program has 22% IMG residents.

How many residency positions does University of Minnesota/Grand Itasca Clinic and Hospital Program offer?

University of Minnesota/Grand Itasca Clinic and Hospital Program offers 2 first-year Family Medicine positions.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for University of Minnesota/Grand Itasca Clinic and Hospital 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/Grand Itasca Clinic and Hospital 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/Grand Itasca Clinic and Hospital Program located?

University of Minnesota/Grand Itasca Clinic and Hospital Program is located at 1601 Golf Course Rd. Grand Rapids, MN 55744. Its sponsoring institution is University of Minnesota.

Who is the program director of University of Minnesota/Grand Itasca Clinic and Hospital Program?

The program director is Timothy Pehl. The program coordinator, Melissa Stevens, is the usual contact for application questions.