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Wayne State University School of Medicine Program

Family Medicine residency program in Rochester, Michigan, sponsored by Wayne State University School of Medicine.

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About 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
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.