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University of Minnesota/Methodist Hospital Program

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

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About University of Minnesota/Methodist Hospital Program

ACGME code
1202621617
Program director
Amy Bonifas
Location
St. Louis Park, Minnesota
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
6
First-year spots
Applicants
338
Latest cycle
Interview rate
33.7%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
6%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

University of Minnesota/Methodist Hospital Program is a community-based university affiliated Family Medicine residency program in St. Louis Park, 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 338 applications and invited about 33.7% 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 6% of current residents, compared with a median of 22% across Family Medicine programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 54 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
  • 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
33.7%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates89%
  • US DO graduates6%
  • US IMGs6%
  • Non-US IMGs0%

Demographics

  • Women56%
  • Men44%
  • White83%
  • Asian11%
  • Black or African American6%

Contact and location

Program director
Amy Bonifas
Program coordinator
Harriet Sands
Coordinator phone
(612) 626-4490
Program phone
(952) 993-4920
Sponsoring institution
University of Minnesota

6600 Excelsior Blvd Ste. 160 St. Louis Park, MN 55426 Open in Google Maps

University of Minnesota/Methodist Hospital Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of Minnesota/Methodist Hospital Program sponsor visas?

Yes. University of Minnesota/Methodist Hospital 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 Minnesota/Methodist Hospital Program IMG-friendly?

About 6% of residents at University of Minnesota/Methodist Hospital Program are international medical graduates, so the program accepts some IMGs. For comparison, the median Family Medicine program has 22% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 visas.

How many residency positions does University of Minnesota/Methodist Hospital Program offer?

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

How competitive is University of Minnesota/Methodist Hospital Program?

University of Minnesota/Methodist Hospital Program received 338 applications and interviewed about 33.7% of applicants. The typical Family Medicine program interviews about 21.6%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for University of Minnesota/Methodist 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/Methodist 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/Methodist Hospital Program located?

University of Minnesota/Methodist Hospital Program is located at 6600 Excelsior Blvd Ste. 160 St. Louis Park, MN 55426. Its sponsoring institution is University of Minnesota.

Who is the program director of University of Minnesota/Methodist Hospital Program?

The program director is Amy Bonifas. The program coordinator, Harriet Sands, is the usual contact for application questions.