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Arkansas College of Osteopathic Medicine/Mercy Program

Internal Medicine residency program in Fort Smith, Arkansas, sponsored by Arkansas College of Osteopathic Medicine.

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About Arkansas College of Osteopathic Medicine/Mercy Program

ACGME code
1400400002
Program director
Delilah Easom
Location
Fort Smith, Arkansas
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
13
First-year spots
Applicants
3,702
Latest cycle
Interview rate
3.5%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
89%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

Arkansas College of Osteopathic Medicine/Mercy Program is a community-based Internal Medicine residency program in Fort Smith, Arkansas, sponsored by Arkansas College of Osteopathic Medicine. It offers 13 first-year positions, about the same as the typical Internal Medicine program (14).

In the latest application cycle the program received 3,702 applications and invited about 3.5% of applicants to interview. That makes it more selective than most Internal Medicine programs, which interview about 10.1% of applicants.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 89% of current residents, compared with a median of 46.5% across Internal Medicine programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 65 hours a week in their first year. The program offers hospitalist and primary care 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
  • Residents' medical schools and countries
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
13
Interview rate
3.5%
Letters of recommendation
At least 2
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates0%
  • US DO graduates11%
  • US IMGs5%
  • Non-US IMGs84%

Demographics

  • Women53%
  • Men47%
  • White16%
  • Asian58%
  • Black or African American18%
  • Hispanic or Latino3%
  • Other5%

Contact and location

Program director
Delilah Easom
Program coordinator
Martha Pendleton
Coordinator phone
(479) 314-1153
Program phone
(479) 314-6000
Sponsoring institution
Arkansas College of Osteopathic Medicine

7301 Rogers Ave Fort Smith, AR 72903 Open in Google Maps

Arkansas College of Osteopathic Medicine/Mercy Program: frequently asked questions

Does Arkansas College of Osteopathic Medicine/Mercy Program sponsor visas?

Yes. Arkansas College of Osteopathic Medicine/Mercy Program sponsors J-1 visas for residents. Visa policies can change between cycles, so confirm with the program coordinator before you apply.

Is Arkansas College of Osteopathic Medicine/Mercy Program IMG-friendly?

About 89% of residents at Arkansas College of Osteopathic Medicine/Mercy Program are international medical graduates, so the program is considered IMG-friendly. For comparison, the median Internal Medicine program has 46.5% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 visas.

How many residency positions does Arkansas College of Osteopathic Medicine/Mercy Program offer?

Arkansas College of Osteopathic Medicine/Mercy Program offers 13 first-year Internal Medicine positions, and 13 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is Arkansas College of Osteopathic Medicine/Mercy Program?

Arkansas College of Osteopathic Medicine/Mercy Program received 3,702 applications and interviewed about 3.5% of applicants. The typical Internal Medicine program interviews about 10.1%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Arkansas College of Osteopathic Medicine/Mercy Program?

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has Arkansas College of Osteopathic Medicine/Mercy Program's Step 2 CK minimum and score range of interviewed applicants. Unlock the screening details above to see them. Across Internal Medicine programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 246.

Where is Arkansas College of Osteopathic Medicine/Mercy Program located?

Arkansas College of Osteopathic Medicine/Mercy Program is located at 7301 Rogers Ave Fort Smith, AR 72903. Its sponsoring institution is Arkansas College of Osteopathic Medicine.

Who is the program director of Arkansas College of Osteopathic Medicine/Mercy Program?

The program director is Delilah Easom. The program coordinator, Martha Pendleton, is the usual contact for application questions.

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