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University of Missouri-Columbia School of Medicine/Capital Region Medical Center Program

Family Medicine residency program in JEFFERSON CITY, Missouri, sponsored by University of Missouri-Columbia School of Medicine.

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About University of Missouri-Columbia School of Medicine/Capital Region Medical Center Program

ACGME code
1202800709
Program director
Morgan Schiermeier
Location
JEFFERSON CITY, Missouri
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
3
First-year spots
Applicants
504
Latest cycle
IMG residents
50%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

University of Missouri-Columbia School of Medicine/Capital Region Medical Center Program is a community-based university affiliated Family Medicine residency program in JEFFERSON CITY, Missouri, sponsored by University of Missouri-Columbia School of Medicine. It offers 3 first-year positions, lower than the typical Family Medicine program (7).

In the latest application cycle the program received 504 applications.

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 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
  • Application deadline

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
3
Letters of recommendation
At least 1
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates10%
  • US DO graduates40%
  • US IMGs0%
  • Non-US IMGs50%

Contact and location

Program director
Morgan Schiermeier
Program coordinator
Charlie Dowell
Coordinator phone
(573) 632-5013
Program phone
(573) 632-5301
Sponsoring institution
University of Missouri-Columbia School of Medicine

1125 Madison JEFFERSON CITY, MO 65101 Open in Google Maps

University of Missouri-Columbia School of Medicine/Capital Region Medical Center Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of Missouri-Columbia School of Medicine/Capital Region Medical Center Program sponsor visas?

Yes. University of Missouri-Columbia School of Medicine/Capital Region Medical Center 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 Missouri-Columbia School of Medicine/Capital Region Medical Center Program IMG-friendly?

About 50% of residents at University of Missouri-Columbia School of Medicine/Capital Region Medical Center 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 Missouri-Columbia School of Medicine/Capital Region Medical Center Program offer?

University of Missouri-Columbia School of Medicine/Capital Region Medical Center Program offers 3 first-year Family Medicine positions, and 3 were filled in the latest Match.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for University of Missouri-Columbia School of Medicine/Capital Region Medical Center 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 Missouri-Columbia School of Medicine/Capital Region Medical Center Program's Step 2 CK minimum. Unlock the screening details above to see it. Across Family Medicine programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 237.

Where is University of Missouri-Columbia School of Medicine/Capital Region Medical Center Program located?

University of Missouri-Columbia School of Medicine/Capital Region Medical Center Program is located at 1125 Madison JEFFERSON CITY, MO 65101. Its sponsoring institution is University of Missouri-Columbia School of Medicine.

Who is the program director of University of Missouri-Columbia School of Medicine/Capital Region Medical Center Program?

The program director is Morgan Schiermeier. The program coordinator, Charlie Dowell, is the usual contact for application questions.