Internal MedicineCommunity-based university affiliatedSponsors J-1

University of Georgia School of Medicine Program

Internal Medicine residency program in Athens, Georgia, sponsored by University of Georgia School of Medicine.

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About University of Georgia School of Medicine Program

ACGME code
1401200926
Program director
lela Ward
Location
Athens, Georgia
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
12
First-year spots
Applicants
2,108
Latest cycle
Interview rate
14.5%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
31%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

University of Georgia School of Medicine Program is a community-based university affiliated Internal Medicine residency program in Athens, Georgia, sponsored by University of Georgia School of Medicine. It offers 12 first-year positions, lower than the typical Internal Medicine program (14).

In the latest application cycle the program received 2,108 applications and invited about 14.5% of applicants to interview. That is a higher interview rate than most Internal Medicine programs, which interview about 10.1% of applicants.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 31% 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.

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
12
Interview rate
14.5%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates14%
  • US DO graduates54%
  • US IMGs31%
  • Non-US IMGs0%

Demographics

  • Women54%
  • Men46%
  • White37%
  • Asian37%
  • Black or African American14%
  • Hispanic or Latino9%

Contact and location

Program director
lela Ward
Program coordinator
Abby Ward
Coordinator phone
(706) 389-3860
Sponsoring institution
University of Georgia School of Medicine

UGA Health Sciences Campus Winnie Davis Hall 108 Spear Road Athens, GA 30602 Open in Google Maps

University of Georgia School of Medicine Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of Georgia School of Medicine Program sponsor visas?

Yes. University of Georgia 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 University of Georgia School of Medicine Program IMG-friendly?

About 31% of residents at University of Georgia School of Medicine 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 University of Georgia School of Medicine Program offer?

University of Georgia School of Medicine Program offers 12 first-year Internal Medicine positions, and 12 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is University of Georgia School of Medicine Program?

University of Georgia School of Medicine Program received 2,108 applications and interviewed about 14.5% of applicants. The typical Internal Medicine program interviews about 10.1%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for University of Georgia 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 University of Georgia School of Medicine 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 University of Georgia School of Medicine Program located?

University of Georgia School of Medicine Program is located at UGA Health Sciences Campus Winnie Davis Hall 108 Spear Road Athens, GA 30602. Its sponsoring institution is University of Georgia School of Medicine.

Who is the program director of University of Georgia School of Medicine Program?

The program director is lela Ward. The program coordinator, Abby Ward, is the usual contact for application questions.

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