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University of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences (Hettinger) Program

Family Medicine residency program in Bismarck, North Dakota, sponsored by Univ of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences.

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About University of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences (Hettinger) Program

ACGME code
1203700681
Program director
Shannon Sauter
Location
Bismarck, North Dakota
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
2
First-year spots
Applicants
516
Latest cycle
IMG residents
100%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

University of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences (Hettinger) Program is a community-based university affiliated Family Medicine residency program in Bismarck, North Dakota, sponsored by Univ of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences. It offers 2 first-year positions, lower than the typical Family Medicine program (7).

In the latest application cycle the program received 516 applications.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 100% of current residents, compared with a median of 22% across Family Medicine programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 50 hours a week in their first year. The program offers primary care and rural 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
  • Year of graduation limit
  • Application deadline

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
2
Letters of recommendation
At least 1
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates0%
  • US DO graduates0%
  • US IMGs80%
  • Non-US IMGs20%

Contact and location

Program director
Shannon Sauter
Program coordinator
Kesha Bauer
Coordinator phone
(701) 751-9506
Sponsoring institution
Univ of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences

701 E ROSSER AVE Bismarck, ND 58503 Open in Google Maps

University of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences (Hettinger) Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences (Hettinger) Program sponsor visas?

Yes. University of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences (Hettinger) 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 North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences (Hettinger) Program IMG-friendly?

About 100% of residents at University of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences (Hettinger) 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 North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences (Hettinger) Program offer?

University of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences (Hettinger) Program offers 2 first-year Family Medicine positions, and 2 were filled in the latest Match.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for University of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences (Hettinger) 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 North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences (Hettinger) 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 North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences (Hettinger) Program located?

University of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences (Hettinger) Program is located at 701 E ROSSER AVE Bismarck, ND 58503. Its sponsoring institution is Univ of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences.

Who is the program director of University of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences (Hettinger) Program?

The program director is Shannon Sauter. The program coordinator, Kesha Bauer, is the usual contact for application questions.