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Southern Illinois University Program

Internal Medicine residency program in Springfield, Illinois, sponsored by Southern Illinois University School of Medicine.

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About Southern Illinois University Program

ACGME code
1401621132
Program director
Schuyler Stone
Location
Springfield, Illinois
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
17
First-year spots
Applicants
4,040
Latest cycle
Interview rate
6.4%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
68%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

Southern Illinois University Program is a community-based university affiliated Internal Medicine residency program in Springfield, Illinois, sponsored by Southern Illinois University School of Medicine. It offers 17 first-year positions, higher than the typical Internal Medicine program (14).

In the latest application cycle the program received 4,040 applications and invited about 6.4% 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 68% of current residents, compared with a median of 46.5% across Internal Medicine programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 60 hours a week in their first year.

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
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
17
Interview rate
6.4%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates29%
  • US DO graduates3%
  • US IMGs19%
  • Non-US IMGs49%

Demographics

  • Women37%
  • Men63%
  • White32%
  • Asian41%
  • Black or African American3%
  • Hispanic or Latino3%
  • Other7%

Contact and location

Program director
Schuyler Stone
Program coordinator
Catherine Brower
Coordinator phone
(217) 545-0193
Sponsoring institution
Southern Illinois University School of Medicine

701 N First Street, Room D442 Department of Medicine Springfield, IL 62794-9636 Open in Google Maps

Southern Illinois University Program: frequently asked questions

Does Southern Illinois University Program sponsor visas?

Yes. Southern Illinois University Program sponsors J-1 visas for residents. Visa policies can change between cycles, so confirm with the program coordinator before you apply.

Is Southern Illinois University Program IMG-friendly?

About 68% of residents at Southern Illinois University 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 Southern Illinois University Program offer?

Southern Illinois University Program offers 17 first-year Internal Medicine positions, and 17 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is Southern Illinois University Program?

Southern Illinois University Program received 4,040 applications and interviewed about 6.4% of applicants. The typical Internal Medicine program interviews about 10.1%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Southern Illinois University Program?

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has Southern Illinois University 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 Southern Illinois University Program located?

Southern Illinois University Program is located at 701 N First Street, Room D442 Department of Medicine Springfield, IL 62794-9636. Its sponsoring institution is Southern Illinois University School of Medicine.

Who is the program director of Southern Illinois University Program?

The program director is Schuyler Stone. The program coordinator, Catherine Brower, is the usual contact for application questions.

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