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University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Medicine Rural Program

Family Medicine residency program in Omaha, Nebraska, sponsored by University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Medicine.

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About University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Medicine Rural Program

ACGME code
1203021517
Program director
Aaron Lanik
Location
Omaha, Nebraska
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
5
First-year spots
Applicants
498
Latest cycle
IMG residents
44%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Medicine Rural Program is a university Based Family Medicine residency program in Omaha, Nebraska, sponsored by University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Medicine. It offers 5 first-year positions, lower than the typical Family Medicine program (7).

In the latest application cycle the program received 498 applications.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 44% of current residents, compared with a median of 22% across Family Medicine programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 70 hours a week in their first year. The program offers rural 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
  • Year of graduation limit
  • US clinical experience required
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
5
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates44%
  • US DO graduates11%
  • US IMGs11%
  • Non-US IMGs33%

Demographics

  • Women44%
  • Men56%
  • White67%
  • Asian22%
  • Hispanic or Latino6%
  • Other6%

Contact and location

Program director
Aaron Lanik
Program coordinator
Marlene Hawver
Coordinator phone
(402) 559-5641
Sponsoring institution
University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Medicine

Department of Family Medicine 983075 Nebraska Medical Center Omaha, NE 68198-3075 Open in Google Maps

University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Medicine Rural Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Medicine Rural Program sponsor visas?

Yes. University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Medicine Rural 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 Nebraska Medical Center College of Medicine Rural Program IMG-friendly?

About 44% of residents at University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Medicine Rural 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 Nebraska Medical Center College of Medicine Rural Program offer?

University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Medicine Rural Program offers 5 first-year Family Medicine positions, and 4 were filled in the latest Match.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Medicine Rural 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 Nebraska Medical Center College of Medicine Rural 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 Nebraska Medical Center College of Medicine Rural Program located?

University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Medicine Rural Program is located at Department of Family Medicine 983075 Nebraska Medical Center Omaha, NE 68198-3075. Its sponsoring institution is University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Medicine.

Who is the program director of University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Medicine Rural Program?

The program director is Aaron Lanik. The program coordinator, Marlene Hawver, is the usual contact for application questions.