University of New Mexico School of Medicine (Shiprock) Program Family Medicine Residency
Family Medicine residency program in Shiprock, New Mexico, sponsored by University of New Mexico School of Medicine.
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- ACGME code
- 1203413707
- Program director
- Heather Kovich
- Location
- Shiprock, New Mexico
- Data updated
- October 11, 2026
- Positions
- 2
- First-year spots
- Applicants
- 314
- Latest cycle
- Interview rate
- 17.2%
- Of applicants invited
- Visa sponsorship
- J-1
- For residents
University of New Mexico School of Medicine (Shiprock) Program is a community-based university affiliated Family Medicine residency program in Shiprock, New Mexico, sponsored by University of New Mexico School of Medicine. It offers 2 first-year positions, lower than the typical Family Medicine program (7).
In the latest application cycle the program received 314 applications and invited about 17.2% of applicants to interview. That makes it more selective than most Family Medicine programs, which interview about 21.6% of applicants.
The program sponsors J-1 visas.
Residents work about 55 hours a week in their first year. The program offers hospitalist, 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
- Signals and geographic preference
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Applications and interviews
- Positions offered
- 2
- Interview rate
- 17.2%
- Letters of recommendation
- At least 3
- Visa sponsorship
- J-1
Current residents
Residents by medical school type
- US MD graduates100%
- US DO graduates0%
- US IMGs0%
- Non-US IMGs0%
Contact and location
- Program director
- Heather Kovich
- Program coordinator
- Dolores Garcia
- Coordinator phone
- (505) 272-8291
- Website
- Program website
- Sponsoring institution
- University of New Mexico School of Medicine
Northern Navajo Medical Center PO Box 160/HWY 491 Shiprock, NM 87420 Open in Google Maps
University of New Mexico School of Medicine (Shiprock) Program: frequently asked questions
Does University of New Mexico School of Medicine (Shiprock) Program sponsor visas?
Yes. University of New Mexico School of Medicine (Shiprock) Program sponsors J-1 visas for residents. Visa policies can change between cycles, so confirm with the program coordinator before you apply.
How many residency positions does University of New Mexico School of Medicine (Shiprock) Program offer?
University of New Mexico School of Medicine (Shiprock) Program offers 2 first-year Family Medicine positions, and 2 were filled in the latest Match.
How competitive is University of New Mexico School of Medicine (Shiprock) Program?
University of New Mexico School of Medicine (Shiprock) Program received 314 applications and interviewed about 17.2% of applicants. The typical Family Medicine program interviews about 21.6%.
What Step 2 CK score do I need for University of New Mexico School of Medicine (Shiprock) 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 New Mexico School of Medicine (Shiprock) 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 New Mexico School of Medicine (Shiprock) Program located?
University of New Mexico School of Medicine (Shiprock) Program is located at Northern Navajo Medical Center PO Box 160/HWY 491 Shiprock, NM 87420. Its sponsoring institution is University of New Mexico School of Medicine.
Who is the program director of University of New Mexico School of Medicine (Shiprock) Program?
The program director is Heather Kovich. The program coordinator, Dolores Garcia, is the usual contact for application questions.