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University of Tennessee College of Medicine (Jackson) Program

Family Medicine residency program in Jackson, Tennessee, sponsored by University of Tennessee College of Medicine.

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About University of Tennessee College of Medicine (Jackson) Program

ACGME code
1204721299
Program director
Grant Studebaker
Location
Jackson, Tennessee
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
14
First-year spots
Applicants
470
Latest cycle
Interview rate
38.1%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
31%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
None
For residents

University of Tennessee College of Medicine (Jackson) Program is a community-based university affiliated Family Medicine residency program in Jackson, Tennessee, sponsored by University of Tennessee College of Medicine. It offers 14 first-year positions, higher than the typical Family Medicine program (7).

In the latest application cycle the program received 470 applications and invited about 38.1% of applicants to interview. That is a higher interview rate than most Family Medicine programs, which interview about 21.6% of applicants.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 31% of current residents, compared with a median of 22% across Family Medicine programs. The program does not report sponsoring J-1 or H-1B visas.

Residents work about 45 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
  • Step 2 CK scores of interviewed applicants
  • Year of graduation limit
  • US clinical experience required
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
14
Interview rate
38.1%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
None

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates23%
  • US DO graduates48%
  • US IMGs28%
  • Non-US IMGs3%

Demographics

  • Women53%
  • Men48%
  • White78%
  • Asian8%
  • Black or African American10%
  • Hispanic or Latino5%
  • American Indian or Alaska Native3%

Contact and location

Program director
Grant Studebaker
Program coordinator
Heather Williams
Coordinator phone
(731) 423-1932
Program phone
(731) 541-3746
Sponsoring institution
University of Tennessee College of Medicine

700 West Forest Ave 5th floor Jackson, TN 38301 Open in Google Maps

University of Tennessee College of Medicine (Jackson) Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of Tennessee College of Medicine (Jackson) Program sponsor visas?

University of Tennessee College of Medicine (Jackson) Program does not report sponsoring J-1 or H-1B visas. International applicants who need a visa should confirm with the program before applying.

Is University of Tennessee College of Medicine (Jackson) Program IMG-friendly?

About 31% of residents at University of Tennessee College of Medicine (Jackson) Program are international medical graduates, so the program is considered IMG-friendly. For comparison, the median Family Medicine program has 22% IMG residents.

How many residency positions does University of Tennessee College of Medicine (Jackson) Program offer?

University of Tennessee College of Medicine (Jackson) Program offers 14 first-year Family Medicine positions, and 13 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is University of Tennessee College of Medicine (Jackson) Program?

University of Tennessee College of Medicine (Jackson) Program received 470 applications and interviewed about 38.1% of applicants. The typical Family Medicine program interviews about 21.6%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for University of Tennessee College of Medicine (Jackson) 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 Tennessee College of Medicine (Jackson) 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 Tennessee College of Medicine (Jackson) Program located?

University of Tennessee College of Medicine (Jackson) Program is located at 700 West Forest Ave 5th floor Jackson, TN 38301. Its sponsoring institution is University of Tennessee College of Medicine.

Who is the program director of University of Tennessee College of Medicine (Jackson) Program?

The program director is Grant Studebaker. The program coordinator, Heather Williams, is the usual contact for application questions.