Wayne State University School of Medicine Program Family Medicine Residency
Family Medicine residency program in Rochester, Michigan, sponsored by Wayne State University School of Medicine.
See how you matchAbout Wayne State University School of Medicine Program
- ACGME code
- 1202521694
- Program director
- Eleanor King
- Location
- Rochester, Michigan
- Data updated
- October 11, 2026
- Positions
- 9
- First-year spots
- Applicants
- 1,072
- Latest cycle
- Interview rate
- 11.9%
- Of applicants invited
- IMG residents
- 72%
- Share of current residents
- Visa sponsorship
- J-1
- For residents
Wayne State University School of Medicine Program is a community-based university affiliated Family Medicine residency program in Rochester, Michigan, sponsored by Wayne State University School of Medicine. It offers 9 first-year positions, higher than the typical Family Medicine program (7).
In the latest application cycle the program received 1,072 applications and invited about 11.9% of applicants to interview. That makes it more selective than most Family Medicine programs, which interview about 21.6% of applicants.
International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 72% of current residents, compared with a median of 22% across Family Medicine programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.
Residents work about 58 hours a week in their first year. The program offers primary care 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
- Residents' medical schools and countries
- Signals and geographic preference
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Applications and interviews
- Positions offered
- 9
- Interview rate
- 11.9%
- Letters of recommendation
- At least 3
- Visa sponsorship
- J-1
Current residents
Residents by medical school type
- US MD graduates10%
- US DO graduates17%
- US IMGs31%
- Non-US IMGs41%
Demographics
- Women48%
- Men52%
- White38%
- Asian38%
- Black or African American14%
- Hispanic or Latino3%
- American Indian or Alaska Native3%
- Other7%
Contact and location
- Program director
- Eleanor King
- Program coordinator
- Dawn Bolles
- Coordinator phone
- (248) 601-6955
- Program phone
- (313) 784-0977
- [email protected]
- Website
- Program website
- Sponsoring institution
- Wayne State University School of Medicine
Henry Ford Rochester Hospital 1135 W. University Drive Suite 250 Rochester, MI 48307 Open in Google Maps
Wayne State University School of Medicine Program: frequently asked questions
Does Wayne State University School of Medicine Program sponsor visas?
Yes. Wayne State University School of Medicine Program sponsors J-1 visas for residents. Visa policies can change between cycles, so confirm with the program coordinator before you apply.
Is Wayne State University School of Medicine Program IMG-friendly?
About 72% of residents at Wayne State University School of Medicine 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 Wayne State University School of Medicine Program offer?
Wayne State University School of Medicine Program offers 9 first-year Family Medicine positions, and 8 were filled in the latest Match.
How competitive is Wayne State University School of Medicine Program?
Wayne State University School of Medicine Program received 1,072 applications and interviewed about 11.9% of applicants. The typical Family Medicine program interviews about 21.6%.
What Step 2 CK score do I need for Wayne State University School of Medicine Program?
USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has Wayne State University School of Medicine 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 Wayne State University School of Medicine Program located?
Wayne State University School of Medicine Program is located at Henry Ford Rochester Hospital 1135 W. University Drive Suite 250 Rochester, MI 48307. Its sponsoring institution is Wayne State University School of Medicine.
Who is the program director of Wayne State University School of Medicine Program?
The program director is Eleanor King. The program coordinator, Dawn Bolles, is the usual contact for application questions.