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University of New Mexico School of Medicine (Shiprock) Program

Family Medicine residency program in Shiprock, New Mexico, sponsored by University of New Mexico School of Medicine.

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About University of New Mexico School of Medicine (Shiprock) Program

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
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.